DOOR COUNTY NEWSWIRE
The 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 […]
Read MoreChicago Band, Nine Worlds Ensemble to Make Their Door County Debut
On Friday, August 31, the Kress Pavilion will host Chicago Based band, Nine Worlds Ensemble for a very special performance in the Great Hall. Coming off a tour that included a stop at the Chicago Botanical Garden, Nine Worlds has […]
Read MoreMidsummer’s Music Concludes 2018 Season with Creative Aquifers Program
Midsummer’s Music 2018 summer season concludes with the Creative Aquifers program, featuring music by Samuel Barber, Paul Schoenfield, and Franz Schubert, and vocals by international mezzo-soprano star Susan Platts. The organization is pleased to be among the businesses that are […]
Read MoreHannah Wong Trunk Show at Plum Bottom Pottery & Gallery
Plum Bottom Pottery & Gallery is excited to host Hannah Wong for a trunk show featuring her stunning jewelry! Join us Saturday and Sunday of Labor Day weekend from 10-5 to explore all her latest styles! Meet the artist either […]
Read MoreFall Lighthouse Festival Tickets Now On Sale
Tickets are now on sale for the 4th Annual Door County Fall Lighthouse Festival. This annual festival takes place October 6-7, 2018 and is comprised of land and boat tours featuring some of Door County’s most iconic lighthouses. Visitors will […]
Read MoreLiving on Love Opens August 15 at Peninsula Players Theatre
Peninsula Players Theatre, America’s Oldest Professional Resident Summer Theatre, presents the regional première of “Living on Love,” a new romantic comedy by two-time Tony Award-winner Joe DiPietro, based on the play “Peccadillo” by Garson Kanin. The delightful “Living on Love” […]
Read MoreU.S. Poet Laureate to Visit Door County in October
The local arts organization Write On, Door County will bring U.S. Poet Laureate Tracy K. Smith to Door County for a program with students and a public reading on Thursday, October 11, 2018 at the Southern Door Community Auditorium in […]
Read MoreTop Teams to Compete In 7th Annual Death’s Door BBQ on August 25th
Professional barbecue teams from around the country have entered the 7th Annual Death’s Door BBQ (DDBBQ) contest scheduled for Saturday, August 25, 2018. The event, held at the Washington Island Airport, is sanctioned by the Kansas City Barbeque Society. A […]
Read MoreOrchid Symposium at The Ridges
The Ridges will host an Orchid Symposium at the Cook-Albert Fuller Nature Center on Friday, September 14 from 8:30 – 4:00. This full-day event will feature presentations by leading experts in the field, including The Smithsonian, Illinois College, University of […]
Read MoreMidsummer’s Music Plays Czechs Smetena, Dvořák, and Beranek
After a brief break, Midsummer’s Music 2018 summer season resumes with A Czech Life program, featuring music by Bedřich Smetana, Antonín Dvořák, and Midsummer’s own Composer-in-Residence, Jacob Beranek. Though few in number, Smetana’s chamber music compositions play an important role […]
Read MoreGhostwrighting Featured Topic for Pre-Show Seminar at Peninsula Players
Peninsula Players Theatre, in conjunction with its production of the Midwest premiere of a new Broadway comedy “Living on Love,” will host author Patricia Skalka. Skalka will present in a free pre-show seminar on the process and challenges of ghostwrighting […]
Read MoreSara Vanderkleed Trunk Show at Plum Bottom Gallery
Plum Bottom Gallery is proud to present a new collection from artist Sara Vanderkleed. In newest batch of work from Vanderkleed she is dreaming of Door County. Created with acrylic paints and bits that she has collected from her trips […]
Read MoreUpcoming Events at the Door County YMCA
STURGEON BAY PROGRAM CENTER GYM CLOSURE Monday, August 20 – Monday, September 3: Sturgeon Bay Program Center Gymnasiums A/B and C will be CLOSED for annual maintenance. For more information please call 920.74.4949. ANNUAL MEETING AND VOLUNTEER RECOGNITION PICNIC Thursday, August […]
Read MoreHoedown at Thyme Cuisine on September 2
Thyme Cuisine will be hosting a Hoedown on September 2, 2018 at their restaurant in Baileys Harbor. The event will take place outside on their patio and include a BBQ, drink specials, and live music from Whiskey Ditch. This event […]
Read MoreAl Johnson’s and WPR Celebrate Summer with Traditional Scandinavian Feast
Stabbur Beer Garden at Al Johnson’s will be the site of a traditional Swedish summer celebration on August 16 at 7 pm. Wisconsin Public Radio is hosting its first-ever Crayfish Sommerfest celebration, an event well-known throughout Sweden as a Kraftskiva. […]
Read MoreLiving History: Blacksmithing at Noble Square
Living History is an activity that brings a trade from a bygone era to life. Gibraltar Historical Association has teamed up with Door County’s Thumbs Up Riders to bring old together with the new by demonstrating horse shoeing at Noble […]
Read MoreDoor County Wearable Art Show Returns to Sister Bay for Its 8th Year
The artists and organizers of the Door County Wearable Art Show will once more transform the Sister Bay Village Hall into a showroom and boutique full of local and regional designer-made contemporary clothing, accessories and jewelry on Saturday and Sunday, […]
Read More7th Annual Fiddle Fest at Bjorklunden
The 7th Annual Door County Nordic FiddleFest is proud to present acclaimed Celtic fiddler Hanneke Cassel and Norwegian multi-instrumentalist Vidar Skrede in Door County for the first time. Don’t miss this rare chance to hear these great artists in an intimate setting […]
Read MoreMidsummer’s Music Cellist Walter Preucil Plays 500th Concert
Midsummer’s Music Cellist Walter Preucil celebrated his 500th concert with the organization on July 21 during the Bach at 333 program at the Old Gibraltar Town Hall in Fish Creek. In 1991, Walt joined the original Midsummer’s Music ensemble for the […]
Read More“The Dixie Swim Club” Presented by Rogue Theater
Rogue Theater heats up summer with the amazing script, The Dixie Swim Club, by Nicholas Hope, Jessie Jones, and Jamie Wooten. Sponsored by the Women’s Fund of Door County, this all-female cast celebrates the best of women’s relationships. Enduring friendships are […]
Read MoreCelebrate the 2018 Season at Door Shakespeare’s Annual Gala
It’s your last chance to get tickets to Door Shakespeare’s Annual Gala! Enjoy an evening of live music and performance. Savor a farm-to-table buffet. Participate in the silent auction and paddle raiser for Door Shakespeare’s fundraising initiatives. Tickets are $75. […]
Read MoreSon Volt and Pokey LaFarge Will Share Bill at DCA August 12
On Sunday, August 12, at 7 p.m., Door Community Auditorium (DCA) will present a not-to-be missed double bill: seminal Americana band Son Volt, and “riverboat soul” bandleader Pokey LaFarge. Son Volt has been one of the seminal bands of the […]
Read MoreMaritime on Madison
Calling all coasties, mariners and lovers of all things water- sail down to Maritime on Madison, Saturday, August 11 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Enjoy a full day of family-friendly fun on the waterfront, Madison Avenue located on the […]
Read MoreSonny’s Now Serving Ice Cream, Sunday Yoga, August Live Music & Entertainment
Sonny’s now features soft serve ice cream that is delivering cool yummy treats – perfect for this weather! After your meal, satisfy your sweet tooth with your choice of vanilla, chocolate, or twist for just $1.99. Kids 10 and under […]
Read MoreChris Wild to Serve as Peninsula Music Festival Emerging Conductor
Chris Wild has been named to serve as the 2018 Karen Smuda Emerging Conductor. The Karen Smuda Emerging Conductor Program provides training and exposure for aspiring conductors with a professional orchestra. The program’s intention is to provide broad experiences with […]
Read More“Buckets of Rain” Bob Dylan Tribute To Take Place at Woodwalk Gallery, Washington Island
“Buckets of Rain,” the popular Bob Dylan tribute concert, will return to Door County this summer for five performances (August 8, 9, 10, 16, and 17) at the Woodwalk Concert Series in Egg Harbor, as well as one performance (August […]
Read More“Playing for Keeps” at the Kress Pavilion on Friday, August 10
On August 10, the Kress Pavilion will host its first cabaret performance in the Great Hall. Doors open at 7:30pm, show starts at 8:30pm. Mary Reilly and accompanist, Joan Mead make their Door County debut in “Playing for Keeps” an […]
Read MoreFine Line Designs Gallery Announces Final Exhibit of 2018 Season
Four female artists — watercolor artist Jean Crane, ceramic artist Renee Schwaller, oil painter Lois Eakin, and mixed media artist Kristy Goggio — will headline Fine Line Designs Gallery’s third and final exhibit of the 2018 season. The exhibit premiers […]
Read MoreHand Picked Bluegrass Band at Fishstock on July 29
Hand Picked Bluegrass Band (HPBB) from Tomahawk, WI will appear at the Fishstock Music Series on July 29 in Fish Creek. This multi-talented group prides itself on their strong musical ability and powerful vocal arrangements. Their innovative approach to “acoustically […]
Read MoreExplore Plum Island in August
Saturday, Aug. 18, pack a picnic and spend a day on Plum Island, Door County with the US Fish & Wildlife Service and Friends of Plum & Pilot Islands as they offer guided, interpretive tours of the island’s natural habitat and historic maritime structures. Visitors […]
Read MoreRed Putter Pro Tournament
The Red Putter Mini Golf in Ephraim is busy with players trying to be Pro and, those that are Pro, are getting in practice games before the Big Day! The 17th annual Red Putter Pro Tournament is coming up Saturday, […]
Read MoreLast Acre and Small Forest at Woodwalk Concert Series
Two family bands come together for one night of great music. Last Acre and Small Forest will be performing at Woodwalk Concert Series July 27 at 7 pm. Last Acre is Mark and Molly Mathewson, a father and daughter from Illinois. […]
Read MorePeninsula Music Festival Travels the Globe In 66th Season
The Peninsula Music Festival (PMF) will travel to the great musical cities of the world when it presents the 66th Season, August 7 – 25. Concerts are every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday, 7:30 pm at the Door Community Auditorium in Fish […]
Read MoreProgressive Art Crawl by Women’s Fine Art Galleries of Egg Harbor
“Women Walking on Water” is the focus of the this years Progressive Art Crawl hosted by four women’s fine art galleries in Egg Harbor. This years theme is part of the “Celebrate Water Door County” initiative. On Thursday, August 2nd […]
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