DOOR COUNTY NEWSWIRE
PenArt launches new Try It and Family Drop-In Programs
Peninsula School of Art’s (PenArt), 3900 County Road F, Fish Creek, Wisconsin opens its doors to creative learners of all ages this summer with two new program offerings – Try-It Programs and Family Drop-In Fridays. Both programs require no previous experience or pre-planning, just […]
Read More2019 Door County Independence Day Guide Map
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Read MoreDoor County Historical Society’s Root Beer Festival
Join the Door County Historical Society to celebrate everything root beer! The historical society will host its annual Root Beer Festival on Saturday, July 6. Activities will be held from 10am–3pm at the Heritage Village at Big Creek in Sturgeon Bay. […]
Read MoreDoor County Maritime Museum Announces Annual Wooden Boat Raffle
Tickets are now on sale for the Door County Maritime Museum’s annual Wooden Boat Raffle. The Grand Prize of the raffle is the hand-built 16’ St. Lawrence River Skiff, produced by the Museum’s Wooden Boatbuilding instructors and class participants. The […]
Read MoreAward-Winning California – Songwriter Claudia Russell Brings Her Eclectic Folk to Door County
California-based singer/songwriter Claudia Russell brings her unique Americana sound to Gibraltar Town Hall in Fish Creek on July 20 at 7:30 pm. Accompanied by her husband, Bruce Kaplan, on mandolin and guitar, Russell will also be joined by two of Door County’s […]
Read MoreMidsummer’s Music Explores the Piano Trios of Clara and Robert Schumann, and Mendelssohn
From Saturday, June 29 – Sunday, July 7, Door County’s Midsummer’s Music presents a series of concerts dedicated to the Piano Trios of Felix Mendelssohn, and Robert and Clara Schumann, including Clara Schumann’s Trio in G Minor, Op. 17 (1846), Robert Schumann’s Trio […]
Read MoreIconoclastic Songwriters Alejandro Escovedo and pat mAcdonald Perform at DCA
On Monday, July 8, at 8 p.m., iconoclastic songwriters Alejandro Escovedo and pat mAcdonald will perform in a not-to-be-missed double-bill at Door Community Auditorium (DCA) in Fish Creek. A Mexican-American kid with Texas roots and a California upbringing, Dallas-based songwriter […]
Read MoreExcitement Grows for the 2019 Symphony Session Concerts at Birch Creek
Music will fill the air at Birch Creek on Wednesday, July 3 with the Symphony Session opening night starring Burton Concerto Competition winners, Jonathan Bass (Piano) of Washington Island, Wisconsin and Gabe Roethle (Violin) of Rockford, Illinois. The opening night […]
Read MoreNew Crane Sculptures Featured at Artzy Studio in Ephraim
Artzy Studio in North Ephraim is now featuring artist, Tom Nelson. Nelson is a second generation Wisconsin sculptor and is the son of renowned metal sculptor, Ellis Nelson. Tom is continuing the tradition by creating large metal sculptures of his […]
Read MoreLive Music Saturdays at The Settlement Shops
The Settlement Shops just south of Fish Creek, Wisconsin is excited to announce live music on Saturday afternoons with Seth Raddatz & Friends this Summer. Shop local while you listen! Stop in Great Northern by Design for a beautiful home. […]
Read MoreClassic Albums Live Recreates Queen’s “A Night at the Opera” at DCA
On Wednesday, July 3, at 8 p.m., Classic Albums Live Recreates Queen’s iconic album “A Night at the Opera” at Door Community Auditorium (DCA) in Fish Creek. Widely regarded as Queen’s greatest album (and one of the greatest in the […]
Read MoreArt Show: Fiber at Plum Bottom Gallery
Plum Bottom welcomes you to Art show 3: Fiber running June 22–July 4 with an opening reception Saturday, June 22 from 11am–4pm at their Plum Bottom Road location. Come see the newest work in fiber from their incredible artists! Michelle Cohn […]
Read MorePeninsula Players Theatre Announces $20,000 Grant Award from The Shubert Foundation
Peninsula Players Theatre, America’s oldest professional resident summer theater and Door County’s theatrical icon, is proud to announce it has received a $20,000 award from The Shubert Foundation. The Shubert Foundation has awarded a record total of $30 million to 533 […]
Read More‘Ryanhood’ at Woodwalk Concert Series on June 28
Woodwalk Concert Series welcomes back Ryanhood hailing from Tuscon, Arizona. This fantastic duo is comprised of Cameron Hood’s rich and folky lead vocals, Ryan Green’s explosive guitar and mandolin riffs, and their airtight vocal harmonies. Tuscon Weekly said Ryanhood’s sound is […]
Read MoreGlenn Miller Orchestra, Legend of Big Band Music, Performs at DCA
On Saturday, June 29, at 8 p.m., legendary big band the Glenn Miller Orchestra will take the stage at Door Community Auditorium (DCA) in Fish Creek. Glenn Miller, founder of the Glenn Miller Orchestra, said, “A band ought to have […]
Read MoreMidsummer’s Music Presents Mozart and Brahms Quintets
Door County’s Midsummer’s Music continues its 29th season with a series of concerts dedicated to the extraordinary quintets of Mozart and Brahms from Sunday, June 23 through Wednesday, July 3. The program includes Mozart’s Quintet for Horn and Strings in E-flat […]
Read MoreBirch Creek Offers Two Music Programs for Adults
Birch Creek Music Performance Center, nationally known for its summer music academy for advanced student high school musicians, has expanded its programming to include two music programs for adults: Adult Band Camp (August 15-18) and Chamber Music Retreat (August 22-24.) […]
Read MoreDCA Announces “Pay What You Can” Program with Support from Al Johnson’s
With support from Al Johnson’s Swedish Restaurant & Butik, Door Community Auditorium (DCA) is pleased to announce a community outreach program for the 2019-20 Main Stage Season: The Al Johnson’s 70th Anniversary “Pay What You Can” Ticket Program. Al Johnson’s […]
Read More6th Annual Uncork Summer Food-Wine-Music Festival Returns June 22
Door County’s sole outdoor “foodie” festival is celebrating its sixth anniversary this year with unique new food vendors and the “soft launch” of an associated low-key cheese festival. Scheduled for Saturday, June 22, Uncork Summer will once again take place […]
Read MoreWoodwalk Concert Series Season Opener ‘The Rough and Tumble’ June 21
Woodwalk Concert Series is pleased to start off 2019 with The Rough And Tumble. The dumpster-folk, thrift store-Americana duo, consisting of Mallory Graham & Scott Tyler, have been hobbling around the country in their 16’ camper since 2015, when their […]
Read MoreArt Show 2: Paper at Plum Bottom Gallery June 8-21
Plum Bottom Gallery invites you to Art Show 2: Paper running June 8–21 featuring artists Erin Nolan, Gail McCoy, and Heather Allard. Erin Nolan’s newest work finds inspiration around Door County and lays out her ideas to the final printing […]
Read MoreBirch Creek Opens the 2019 Season with “Summer Beginnings: A Celebration in Music”
On Thursday, June 20, Birch Creek Music Performance Center will present its Opening Night concert – “Summer Beginnings: A Celebration in Music” – on the newly named Stage of Stars in the Dutton Concert Barn. Opening Night at Birch Creek […]
Read MoreMidsummer’s Music Launches 2019 Season with Mendelssohn Bravura
Door County’s Midsummer’s Music is launching its 29th season with an exhilarating program featuring music by Joaquin Turina, Louise Farrenc, Felix Mendelssohn, and Midsummer’s own Composer-in-Residence, Jacob Beranek. Midsummer’s is delighted to announce that the charismatic Wisconsin Public Radio host […]
Read MoreLegendary Songwriter Greg Brown Performs at DCA; Bo Ramsey Opens
On Friday, June 21, legendary songwriter Greg Brown will take the stage at Door Community Auditorium (DCA) in Fish Creek. Opening the show and accompanying Brown during his set will be Bo Ramsey, guitarist extraordinaire and songwriter in his own […]
Read MoreTelevision Show Reunites Gibraltar Alumni for Special Reunion Performance of Disney’s “High School Musical”
On Friday, June 14, at 2:00 p.m., the 2007 Gibraltar High School cast of Disney’s “High School Musical” will reunite for a free, one-time-only performance of “High School Musical” at Door Community Auditorium (DCA). An unscripted documentary television series has […]
Read MoreDoor County YMCA Announces Second Annual Broadway By the Bay
The Door County YMCA is excited to announce the second annual Broadway by the Bay event, scheduled for Thursday, July 18th at 5:30 p.m. at the Donald and Carol Kress Pavilion in Egg Harbor. Hors d’oeuvres and drinks on the patio […]
Read MoreMidsummer’s Music 2019 Opening Night Gala
Midsummer’s Music of Door County, Wisconsin, launches its 2019 concert series entitled Mendelssohn, Mozart, and More! The season opens 7:00 pm, June 14, with an exhilarating Opening Night Gala at Birch Creek Music Performance Center in Egg Harbor. Midsummer’s Music welcomes […]
Read MorePeninsula State Park Golf Course Offers Youth Golf Opportunities
Peninsula State Park Golf Course (PPGC) has two great summer opportunities for juniors looking to learn about golf. Signups now available for both First Tee Program and William & Carolyn Bell Camp (June 17-20, 2019). As an extra bonus, any […]
Read MoreCelebrate Water Door County Presents 2019 Water Summit
Celebrate Water Door County is proud to present our 2019 Water Summit. A year of celebration and education will culminate with a three-day summit June 4-6, 2019. The summit is sponsored by Healthy Water Door County, a fund of the […]
Read MoreFirst Annual Kid’s Lighthouse Festival June 8
Eagle Bluff Light Station is pleased to announce its first annual Kid’s Lighthouse Festival on June 8. Activities will be from noon – 3pm at Eagle Bluff Light Station. Festivities will include a brat fry, cherry pie in a cup, […]
Read MoreSister Bay Hosts Paddlefest June 22
Check out the newest kayaks and stand-up paddleboards at Sister Bay’s Paddlefest at Waterfront Park on Saturday June 22 from 9:00am–1:00pm. Start your day on the water with a Group Kayak Paddle lead by Bay Shore Outfitters from 9am–10am or […]
Read MoreSouthern Door Softball Team Heads to State
The Southern Door County School District invites the community to join in celebrating the success of Coach Courtney Renard and the Southern Door Softball team as they head to state. The Lady Eagles play Campbellsport in a Semi-Final game at […]
Read MoreNew York Times Columnist & Author Robert Simonson to Visit Peninsula Bookman in Sister Bay on June 10th
The Peninsula Bookman bookstore in Sister Bay has announced a book signing and discussion on June 10 at 2 pm with New York Times columnist Robert Simonson on the topic of his several books about cocktails. Simonson is the author […]
Read MoreBailey Harbor Range Lights Celebrate 150th Anniversary
No visit to The Ridges Sanctuary in Baileys Harbor, WI would be complete without experiencing the iconic Baileys Harbor Range Lights. Built in 1869 and added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1989, the Upper Range Light and […]
Read MoreJune Events at the Door County YMCA
TOGETHER TUESDAYS Located at the Sturgeon Bay Program Center and Northern Door Program Center in the Social Lounge/Lobby. Every Tuesday from 9:30–10:30am. This is FREE to ALL. It is a social gathering with light snack items served weekly and birthday celebration on the last […]
Read MorePeninsula Player’s 84th Season Opens June 18
Peninsula Players Theatre, America’s Oldest Professional Resident Summer Theatre and Door County’s theatrical icon, is thrilled to announce the artistic company for its 84th season, running June 18 through October 20, 2019. Nestled along Door County, Wisconsin’s scenic shore, the award-winning acting […]
Read More“Herb Walk” at Ellison Bluff County Park June 15
Herbal pharmacist Dave LaLuzerne will lead an “herb walk” at Ellison Bluff County Park from 10 am to noon Saturday, June 15, teaching the medical and culinary uses of spring woodland plants from ramps and wild sarsaparilla to burdock, bloodroot, […]
Read MoreLast Chance for Spring Lighthouse Festival Tickets
Tickets are selling fast for the Spring Door County Lighthouse Festival, June 7-9, 2019! Don’t miss out on your chance to take part in the tours and excursions to the eleven Door County lighthouses. Tickets are also currently available for […]
Read MoreEnjoy Your Favorite Door County Coffee Co. Coffee Cold Brew-Style at Home!
Door County Coffee Company knows you all love your coffee, but summer can get HOT… so what better way to cool off, than with a smooth, fresh-brewed cup of cold brew coffee?! And you can make it yourself, right at […]
Read MoreOpen Door Pride Festival 2019
Open Door Pride is pleased to announce our 3rd Annual Pride Festival! The event takes place on June 22, 2019 from 11am–5pm at Martin Park in Sturgeon Bay. The day will be packed with music, entertainment, and family-friendly activities. All are […]
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