DOOR COUNTY NEWSWIRE
“Family Funk Phenomenon” 23 Skidoo & The Secret Agency Returns to DCA to Perform with Door County Students
Fish Creek, Wis. (March 24, 2025) – On Friday, April 4, at 6:30 p.m., Door Community Auditorium (DCA) presents family-friendly band 23 Skidoo & The Secret Agency in a “rhyme residency” performance with Door County students. After charming kids and their […]
Read MoreCelebrate Midsummer at Stabbur Beer Garden with Live Music, Festive Foods, Traditional Fun
Sister Bay, Wis. (March 24, 2025) – Stabbur Beer Garden invites you to welcome the magic of summer at its annual Midsummer Party on Saturday, June 21. Located next door to Al Johnson’s Swedish Restaurant, experience an unforgettable day filled […]
Read MoreKatie Dahl Joined by Cape Cod Songwriter Grace Morrison at Kress Pavilion April 3
Egg Harbor, Wis. (March 20, 2025) – Popular Door County musician Katie Dahl will be joined by acclaimed Cape Cod, MA, songwriter Grace Morrison for a concert of original songs at the Kress Pavilion in Egg Harbor on Thursday, April […]
Read MoreDan Egan & Daniel Slager to Keynote Writing On The Door Conference
Enjoy a Spring Weekend Filled with Words, Workshops, Writers, and a Celebration of Mother Earth! Juddville, Wis. (March 19, 2025) – This Mother’s Day weekend (May 9-10), celebrate Mother Earth with two days focused on writing about nature and the environment […]
Read MoreJim Maronek Recognized for Service to Peninsula Players Theatre
Maronek Company Member Since 1950 Fish Creek, Wis. (March 19, 2025) – The Board of Directors of Peninsula Players Theatre, Wisconsin’s oldest professional theatre, recently honored artist and scenic designer Jim Maronek for his 29 years of service. While a student at […]
Read MoreA Bridge Eye View: Stories from 40 Years of Tending Sturgeon Bay’s Bridges
Sturgeon Bay, Wis. (March 17, 2025) – The final presentation of the 2024-2025 Door County Medical Center Maritime Speaker Series will be held both in person and online on Thursday, April 3 at 7pm,featuring A Bridge Eye View: Stories from 40 Years of Tending […]
Read MoreSupport Threatened And Endangered Species Recovery With The Endangered Resources Tax Checkoff
All Donations Matched On Your Wisconsin Income Tax Form Wisconsin (March 17, 2025) – Show your love for nature by donating to the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR)’s Endangered Resources Fund. All donations made through your Wisconsin income tax […]
Read MoreDoor County YMCA Youth in Government Delegation Shines at Madison Conference
Sturgeon Bay, Wis. (March 17, 2025) – The Door County YMCA’s Youth in Government (YIG) delegation showcased their leadership and legislative skills at the statewide Youth in Government Conference in Madison this past weekend. Several students from the delegation achieved remarkable […]
Read MoreTickets on sale for Tales of Our Lives Story Slam
Door County, Wis. (March 17, 2025) – As of March 10, tickets are officially on sale for the 12th annual Tales of Our Lives Story Slam presented by Women’s Fund of Door County in collaboration with Northern Sky Theater. Six storytellers […]
Read MoreOpen Door Pride Accepting Nominations for The Sandy Brown Award
Deadline for Nominations is May 15, 2025 Sturgeon Bay, Wis. (March 14, 2025) – Open Door Pride is accepting nominations through May 15 for the annual Sandy Brown Award. The award celebrates people and organizations who have made Door County a more […]
Read MoreChildren First, Door Community Child Development Center Merge to become Doorway to Learning
Sturgeon Bay, Wis. (March 13, 2025) – As of January 20th, 2025, Children First and Door Community Child Development Center merged to become Doorway to Learning. Doorway to Learning is providing care to 132 children ages 6 weeks – 4 […]
Read MoreDoor County YMCA Extends Gratitude for Day of Giving
Sturgeon Bay, Wis. (March 10, 2025) – The Door County YMCA extends its heartfelt gratitude to the community for supporting the YMCA Day of Giving on March 4th, 2025. This special day was filled with generosity, appreciation, and support for […]
Read MoreGrounded Perspectives: 70+ Ways to Celebrate the Natural Beauty of the Door Peninsula
23rd Annual Door County Festival of Nature Returns Memorial Day Weekend, May 22-25 Baileys Harbor, Wis. (March 10, 2025) – The Ridges Sanctuary and its community partners are hosting the 23rd Annual Door County Festival of Nature, Memorial Day weekend, May […]
Read MorePeninsula Players Theatre Awarded Grant from the Wisconsin Arts Board
Fish Creek, Wis. (March 10, 2025) – Peninsula Players Theatre is honored to announce that it has been awarded a generous grant from the Wisconsin Arts Board, the state’s arts agency. This vital funding will support the theatre’s mission to provide outstanding […]
Read MoreAlpine Resort Proudly Sponsors EggStravaganza 2025
Egg Harbor, Wis. (March 10, 2025) – The Alpine Resort announces its support as a Gold sponsor for EggStravaganza 2025. EggStravaganza is a premier community event and major fundraising initiative that promotes public art in the Village of Egg Harbor. Its […]
Read MoreCall for Artists: 22nd Annual Door County Festival of Fine Arts
Sister Bay, Wis. (March 5, 2025) – The Sister Bay Advancement Association (SBAA) invites Wisconsin-based artists to apply for the 22nd Annual Door County Festival of Fine Arts, taking place in beautiful Sister Bay. This premier event celebrates creativity, craftsmanship, […]
Read MoreDoor Peninsula Astronomical Society Announce March Programs
Sturgeon Bay, Wis. (March 5, 2025) – The community is invited to attend the March meeting of the Door Peninsula Astronomical Society (DPAS) at 7:00 PM on Tuesday, March 11, 2025. DPAS Board Member Jim Gallt will present Spectroscopy 2, an update […]
Read MoreSt. Patrick’s Day Parade
Sturgeon Bay, Wis. (March 4, 2025) – Get ready to paint the town green as Sturgeon Bay hosts its annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade on Saturday, March 15, sponsored by Kitty O’Reillys Irish Pub. Beginning at 11 am, the parade will […]
Read MoreBirch Creek Celebrates 50th Season with World-Class Performances & Special Events
Egg Harbor, Wis. (March 3, 2025) – Birch Creek Music Performance Center proudly announces its 50th season, a summer filled with world-class concerts, special guest artists, and unique celebrations marking this milestone year. Advanced student musicians will perform alongside nationally recognized […]
Read MoreLumbering to Yachting: The Evolution of Anderson Dock by Jeff O’Keeffe
Sturgeon Bay, Wis. (March 3, 2025) – The next presentation of the Maritime Speaker Series is Thursday, March 6 at 7pm: Lumbering to Yachting: The Evolution of Anderson Dock by Jeff O’Keeffe. The Anderson Dock and Warehouse is without a doubt one of Door […]
Read MoreDoor County Master Gardeners Association and Wild Ones-Door Peninsula Announce March Educational Events
Sturgeon Bay, Wis. (March 3, 2025) – The Door County Master Gardener Association in collaboration with Wild Ones- Door Peninsula, have scheduled several educational events in March, suggesting that anyone can create a garden that will be a pollinator magnet. Native plants […]
Read MorePeninsula Players Theatre Increases Scholarship for Door County Students
Fish Creek, Wis. (February 26, 2025) – Peninsula Players Theatre is pleased to announce the continuation and expansion of its scholarship program for Door County high school seniors pursuing a major or minor in arts management, music, or theater. Beginning in […]
Read MoreDNR Now Accepting Artwork For The 2026 Turkey, Pheasant And Waterfowl Stamp Contest
Wisconsin (February 25, 2025) – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is now accepting artwork entries for the Wild Turkey, Pheasant and Waterfowl Stamp Design Contests. The winning designs will appear on the 2026 collection of stamps. Each year, local […]
Read MoreDoor County Historical Society Hosts March Dine & Discover Luncheon Featuring Architect William Bernhard
Sturgeon Bay, Wis. (February 24, 2025) — The Door County Historical Society (DCHS) invites the community to its March Dine & Discover Program on Saturday, March 22, at Samuelson’s Creek Pub and Grill in Sturgeon Bay. Doors open at 11:30 a.m., with lunch served at noon, […]
Read MoreMeet the Cast ‘Do You Turn Somersaults?’
Peninsula Players Theatre play reading on Monday, March 3, at 7:00 p.m. Fish Creek, Wis. (February 21, 2025) – Peninsula Players Theatre is delighted to announce the cast for its upcoming reading of “Do You Turn Somersaults?,” a charming love story by Aleksei Arbuzov, […]
Read MoreFamily Day at Sister Bay Ice Rink Saturday
Sister Bay, Wis. (February 21, 2025) – The Teresa K. Hilander Community Ice Rink will host a family day at the rink in Sister Bay on Saturday, Feb. 22 from 12 – 6 pm. The rink will offer free skate […]
Read MoreA Record-Breaking Year for the 16th Annual Door County Film Fest
Sister Bay, Wis. (February 18, 2025) – Over 400 film lovers braved the snowy weather to gather at Northern Sky’s Gould Theater this past weekend, making the 16th Annual Door County Film Fest a resounding success. The event celebrated the […]
Read MoreGriffon String Quartet Spring Concerts
Sister Bay, Wis. (February 17, 2025) – To celebrate the arrival of Spring, the Griffon String Quartet will perform three exhilarating community concerts on March 7, 8, and 9. Admission is free. Donations will be accepted. Click the dates below to […]
Read MoreDCA Hosts Rock Pioneers Listening Session and Bayside Radio Theatre Performance on February 8
Fish Creek, Wis. (February 17, 2025) – February 22 with two events: a 10 a.m. DJ set by David Watkins focused on rock music pioneers, and an evening performance by Bayside Radio Theatre at 7 p.m. David Watkins’ curated set […]
Read MoreSupport Threatened And Endangered Species Recovery With The Endangered ResourcesTax Checkoff
All Donations On Your Wisconsin Income Tax Form Are Matched Wisconsin (February 14, 2025) – Show your love for nature by donating to the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources’ (DNR) Endangered Resources Fund. All donations made through your Wisconsin income tax […]
Read More87th Annual Sister Bay Ice Out Contest
Sister Bay, Wis. (February 14, 2025) – Get ready for the return of a beloved tradition: the 87th Annual Sister Bay Ice Out Contest! After last year’s warm temperatures prevented our iconic “Goat on a Boat” from floating on the […]
Read MoreDNR Now Hiring State Park System Seasonal Staff
Wisconsin (February 11, 2025) – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is now hiring seasonal staff for Wisconsin’s state parks, forests, trails and recreation areas. This unique and rewarding opportunity allows you to utilize your skills or discover new ones. […]
Read MoreRe-named Door County Film Fest Announces 2025 Selections
16th Annual Event Expands to 3 Days, Features New Ticketing Options Fish Creek, Wis. (February 11, 2025) — The Door County Film Fest has announced its official program lineup for the 16th annual event, scheduled for February 13-15 at Northern […]
Read More2025 Winter Open Days at Open Door Bird Sanctuary
Jacksonport, Wis. (February 11, 2025) – Enjoy the serenity of Open Door Bird Sanctuary during their 6th annual Winter Open Days. Join them on Saturday, February 15, March 15 and April 26 between 11-4pm. Bring your own equipment to enjoy their […]
Read MoreNick Dumas and Branchline Featured in Concert at the White Gull Inn
Fish Creek, Wis. (February 10, 2025) – One of the top emerging artists in bluegrass, Nick Dumas & his band Branchline are bringing a hard driving bluegrass performance back to the White Gull Inn, Fish Creek, on Wednesday, February 12. Tickets for […]
Read MoreVehicles Falling Through Ice; Be Extra Careful On Frozen Waterbodies
Wisconsin (February 7, 2025) – Snowmobilers and ATV/UTV riders: No ice is 100% safe. DNR wardens report a number of incidents of recreational vehicles going through the ice throughout the state. The DNR’s 2025 fatal crash reporting reflects six fatal off-highway […]
Read MoreChristine Lavin Featured in Concert at the White Gull Inn
Singer-Songwriter Christine Lavin will perform at the White Gull Inn in Fish Creek, on February 26. Tickets for the 8 PM concert are $35. Fish Creek, Wis. (February 7, 2025) – Christine Lavin started her professional life as a waitress/bread […]
Read More100+WWC January 2025 Giving Circle Presented $32,000
More than $679,000 awarded to 65 unique nonprofits since July 2018. Door County, Wis. (February 5, 2025) – 100+ Women Who Care Door County (100+WWC) Giving Circle continues its philanthropic platform to provide financial support to nonprofits of Door County […]
Read MoreThe Play’s the Thing: Of Serpents & Sea Spray
Fish Creek, Wis. (February 3, 2025) – Join Peninsula Players Theatre on Monday, February 3rd at Björklunden’s Vail Hall at 7590 Boynton Lane, Baileys Harbor for a 7:00 p.m. play reading. Admission is free, and seating is available on a first-come, first-served basis beginning […]
Read MoreExperience the Magic of “Wizard of Oz On Ice” in Door County
Southern Door, Wis. (January 3, 2025) – Prepare to be captivated as Ice Creative Entertainment and the Southern Door Community Auditorium present “Wizard of Oz On Ice,” a reimagined, all-new production that breathes fresh life into the beloved classic. This performance […]
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