DOOR COUNTY NEWSWIRE
Sister Bay Advancement Association 2018 Volunteer of the Year
The Sister Bay Advancement Association has awarded the 2018 Sister Bay Volunteer of the Year award to Sally and Jeff Pfeifer. Sally and Jeff have been residents of Sister Bay for over 30 years, and have two daughters, Mollie and […]
Read MoreMidsummer’s Music Resident String Quartet to Perform Free Premiere Concert
Midsummer’s Music Ltd. In Door County, the Fine Arts Institute at East High in Green Bay, and St. Norbert College in De Pere, have launched a ground-breaking project to enhance student learning and academic achievement through increased exposure to—and participation […]
Read MoreThe Kingston Trio Comes to DCA October 3
On Sunday, October 14, at 7 p.m., folk legends The Kingston Trio will take the stage at Door Community Auditorium (DCA) in Fish Creek. Legendary folk icons The Kingston Trio are still going strong. Now comprised of Josh Reynolds (son […]
Read MoreSonny’s Pizza and Beer Pairing with Titletown Brewing Co.
The temperatures are dropping and that means Pizza and Beer pairings are back! Sonny’s will proudly featuring a different brewery and pair their best craft beers with their famous Sonny’s pizza. For the first pairing of the season we are thrilled to welcome […]
Read MoreFree Bus Transportation Available to United States Poet Laureate Reading
Write On, Door County presents United States Poet Laureate Tracy K. Smith in a public reading on Thursday, October 11, 2018, at the Southern Door Community Auditorium in Brussels, WI. A goodwill donation by attendees is requested, but regardless, no […]
Read MoreDoor Peninsula Astronomical Society Hosts “Waves” Astronomy Day Oct. 20
On October 20, 2018 the stars align at Leif Everson Observatory and the Collins Learning Center on the Campus of Crossroads at Big Creek in Sturgeon Bay. The Door Peninsula Astronomical Society (DPAS) has scheduled its “Waves” Astronomy Day, which […]
Read MorePenArt Community Iron Pour
All ages are invited to participate in the festivities of the ninth annual Community Iron Pour Event at Peninsula School of Art (PenArt), 3900 County Road F, on Saturday, October 6, from 4-8pm. For a donation of $20, attendees may […]
Read MoreThrills on Third 2018
Ghosts, witches, zombies- oh my! Watch out for the spooky characters you may come across during the 7th annual Thrills on Third event happening throughout the historic Third Avenue in Sturgeon Bay on Saturday, October 27. The fun filled day begins […]
Read MoreSofia Tlavik Concert at Lost Moth Gallery
Unmistakably Nordic in flavor, Sofia Talvik somehow still conforms to American interpretations of her own original music, a North Sea siren blending sparkle and melancholy and a veteran performer with 6 full length albums as well as numerous EPs, singles […]
Read More73rd Annual Sister Bay Fall Fest
Amazing food, great live music, fun family activities and spectacular Fall color all come together to serve up a Festival like no other on the peninsula. The 73rd annual Sister Bay Fall Fest runs October 12,13 and 14, 2018 throughout the […]
Read MoreGibraltar Historical Association Offers Fish Creek Goodies Raffle Basket
The Gibraltar Historical Association has been collecting unique local items for 2018’s Raffle Basket fundraiser. Whether you’re a resident, a visitor, or a ‘snow bird,’ this basket has something for everyone. Fun and adventurous, it’s a sit back and sip […]
Read MoreBirch Creek Offers “The Best of Billie Holiday” with Mardra & Reggie Thomas
Each year in the fall, Birch Creek’s dedicated volunteers, known as The Associates, present a festive evening of social time, delicious food and incomparable music. This year, Mardra and Reggie Thomas, Birch Creek Jazz Session faculty members and guest artists, […]
Read MorePlum Bottom Pottery & Gallery Annual Jewelry Showcase
Plum Bottom Pottery & Gallery invites you to their annual jewelry showcase Saturday October 7 from 11am-4pm. Plum Bottom will be showcasing work from their over 20 unique, national collected jewelry artists including Alicia Winalski, Christine Gable-Epstein, and Ann D. […]
Read MoreDoor County Wearable Art Show returns to Sister Bay on Sept. 29-30
The artists and organizers of the Door County Wearable Art Show will transform the Sister Bay Village Hall into a showroom full of local and regional designer-made contemporary clothing, accessories and jewelry on Saturday and Sunday, Sept. 29 and 30. […]
Read MoreLime Kilns of Door County
The Door County Historical Society will host its Saturday afternoon yesteryear program “Lime Kilns of Door County,” presented by Don Rudolph on Saturday, September 29th at 1:00 in the Collins Learning Center at Crossroads at Big Creek, adjacent to the […]
Read MoreEphraim Holds First “Art in Ephraim” Weekend
Ephraim will be hosting the first annual Art in Ephraim weekend October 6-7, 2018. Visitors can spend the weekend perusing the various galleries and shops throughout the picturesque village. Businesses will welcome visitors to view their stunning works of […]
Read More2nd Annual “Door County Treasure Hunt” Coming Sept. 29
Go “all out” as you compete to win top cash prizes or take your time meandering the central section of the peninsula in the 2nd Annual Door County Treasure Hunt on Saturday, September 29. “Last year’s event was our […]
Read MoreDoor County Coffee Continues Anniversary Celebration
Door County Coffee & Tea Co. is excited to continue the celebration of its 25th Anniversary with a special event for the public at the Door County Coffee Café, Friday September 21, 2018, through Sunday September 23rd 2018. This annual […]
Read MorePro Arte Quartet to Perform at Egg Harbor’s Kress Pavilion
Hailed by the San Francisco Chronicle as “One of the greatest quartets of our time,” the Pro Arte Quartet will perform Saturday, September 22 at the new Kress Pavilion in Egg Harbor in a concert presented by Midsummer’s Music Ltd. […]
Read MoreGibraltar Historical Association’s Final 2018 “Talk”: Fish Creek Yacht Club
A sudden shot from the cannon and they are off to the races…sailboat races, that is. Join Barb McKesson, Fish Creek resident and local historian, on September 27 at 7 pm and help fill in the missing pieces and parts […]
Read MoreAbstraction Focus of New Exhibition Opening at Miller Art Museum September 15
The Miller Art Museum in downtown Sturgeon Bay is pleased to announce the opening of a group invitational exhibition of work by 40 regional artists, Abstract Thoughts. The exhibition opens to the public on Saturday, September 15 with a free […]
Read MoreDoor County’s Peninsula School of Art Hosts National Juried Exhibition
The American Impressionist Society’s (AIS) 19th Annual National Juried Exhibition will be held September 27th through October 28th, 2018 at the Peninsula School of Art’s Guenzel Gallery, 3900 County Road F, Fish Creek, Wisconsin. This year’s exhibition will feature 175 […]
Read MoreSBAA receives JEM Grant for New Year’s Eve Cherry Drop
Wisconsin’s Department of Tourism awarded the Sister Bay Advancement Association (SBAA) a Joint Effort Marketing (JEM) Grant for the New Year’s Eve Cherry Drop event in the amount of $12,536.25.This grant is open to non-profit tourism organizations and offers funding […]
Read MoreJohn Hippensteel to Speak at Climate Change Coalition Monthly Program on September 26
John Hippensteel, president of the renewable energy firm Lake Michigan Wind & Sun, will speak on “Residential Solar Power: What’s Happening and How Does It Work?” for the Climate Change Coalition’s monthly program at 7 pm Wednesday, Sept. 26. The […]
Read MoreNorthern Sky Theater to Distribute Free Ticket Vouchers for “Muskie Love” to All Door County Students
Though Northern Sky has offered a free Door County student ticket to their summer season for more than a decade, this is the first time the company has made this opportunity available in the fall. “A core piece of […]
Read MoreDoor County Historical Society Hires New Executive Director
The Door County Historical Society announced today that Bailey Koepsel has joined the organization as Executive Director, following the retirement of Trudy Herbst. The Board of Directors believes that now is the time to hire a full-time Executive Director so […]
Read MoreSalvage Playwright Hosts Post-Show Discussion Sept. 15
FISH CREEK, WI — Peninsula Players Theatre, in conjunction with the Wisconsin debut of Joseph Zettelmaier’s “Salvage,” will host a post-show discussion Saturday, September 15 with the playwright, creative team and cast. An earlier post-show discussion is slated for Saturday, September 8, with […]
Read MorePeninsula Players Intern Program
Working Alongside Professionals to Present 83rd Season FISH CREEK, WI — There are few places quite like Peninsula Players Theatre. Located on picturesque Green Bay, the historic residential summer theater is both a host to professional talent and a haven for […]
Read MoreCasino Night Fundraiser at Maxwelton Braes on September 21
Baileys Harbor Autumn Fest Kicks off with a Fundraiser for the Ellie Helm Foundation. On Sept 21, Maxwelton Braes, Thyme Cuisine and the Ellie Helm Foundation will host its first casino night in the newly redecorated lodge hall at Maxwelton […]
Read MoreTour of Italy Wine Dinner at Thyme Cuisine on September 13
Thyme Cuisine will host a Tour of Italy Wine Dinner on September 13, 2018 at the newly remodeled event hall upstairs at Maxwelton Braes Lodge in Baileys Harbor, Door County. This event features wines from Italy presented by VinoDude, and […]
Read MorePotter Rich Agness Now on Exhibit at Plum Bottom Pottery & Gallery
Come to Plum Bottom Pottery & Gallery to see the latest artwork from potter Rich Agness, whose stoneware spans the rigorously functional to the purely decorative. From beautiful mugs and egg bakers to stunning vase forms, Agness’s work delights the […]
Read MoreAcclaimed Songwriter Dar Williams Performs at DCA September 17; Katie Dahl Opens
On Monday, September 17, at 7:00 p.m., acclaimed singer-songwriter Dar Williams will take the stage at DCA (Door Community Auditorium) in Fish Creek. Local songwriter Katie Dahl will open the show. Known for the intelligence of her songwriting and […]
Read MoreThe Matchsellers are the Woodwalk Concert Series Finale
Woodwalk Concert Series presents The Matchsellers for our finale show of the 2018 season. These incredibly gifted musicians who eloquently perform unconventional, uplifting bluegrass will leave you feeling absolutely delighted and deeply satisfied. As featured on NPR’s Mountain Stage Radio Show, […]
Read MoreSalvage Makes Wisconsin Debut on September 5 at Peninsula Players Theatre
Peninsula Players Theatre, America’s Oldest Professional Resident Summer Theatre, presents the Wisconsin première of “Salvage,” a new play by Michigan playwright, Joseph Zettelmaier. “Salvage,” an intriguing play that has more twists than a corkscrew, opens at Door County’s theatrical icon […]
Read MoreMarch in the 73rd Annual Sister Bay Fall Fest Parade
Announcing an open invitation for businesses, groups, and individuals to be part of the 73rd Annual Sister Bay Fall Fest Parade. Participation is free. The winning entry will receive the annual trophy and a contribution, in their name, to the charity […]
Read MoreThe Emissary Movie at Newport State Park on Aug. 31
Enjoy a movie about the stars above while under the stars on August 31st at Newport State Park, north of Ellison Bay. The Emissary Movie will be shown at the park pavilion, near Parking Lot 3, at 7 pm. Click […]
Read MoreBirch Creek Favorite and Steel Pan Master Liam Teague Returns
Liam Teague is returning to Birch Creek on Saturday night, September 1 to present another virtuoso steel pan performance on the Dutton Concert Barn stage. This time, he is bringing members of the Northern Illinois University Steel Band to perform with […]
Read MoreNorthern Sky Theater’s Musical Comedy “Muskie Love” Opening August 31
Northern Sky’s Fall Season features the musical comedy Muskie Love playing August 31st – October 20th at the Door Community Auditorium in Fish Creek. Premiering in 2004, Muskie Love was the first collaboration by the now veteran writing team of Dave Hudson […]
Read MoreJulian Hagen at Woodwalk Concert Series on August 31
Julian Hagen, Door County’s well loved Washington Island musician performs at Woodwalk Concert Series on Aug 31 at 7 pm. Hagen comes from five generations of Islanders who have made music an important part of their daily lives. Hagen says, “Spending […]
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