DOOR COUNTY NEWSWIRE
Love Letter Grand Re-Opening Event
Fish Creek, Wis. (January 31, 2025) – Love Letter, previously located at Top of the Hill Shops, has moved to downtown Fish Creek in the former Hide Side Boutique building. They will be having a grand re-opening event on Winterfest […]
Read MorePart-Time Job Opening at Write On
Juddville, Wis. (January 31 2025) – Write On, Door County is excited to be expanding their part-time staff with a new Administrative Assistant position. In addition to general administrative duties, they are looking for someone with a proven background in […]
Read MoreDCA Hosts Early Country Music Heroes Listening Session and Sold-Out Zephyr Ciesar Concert on February 8
Fish Creek, Wis. (January 31, 2025) – Door Community Auditorium (DCA) will continue its 2025 winter season on Saturday, February 8 with two events: a 10 a.m. DJ set by David Watkins focused on heroes of early country music, and a […]
Read MorePeninsula Players Theatre Announces 2025 Winter Play Reading Series
Fish Creek, Wisconsin (January 28, 2025) – Peninsula Players Theatre announces the 2025 season of The Play’s the Thing, a winter play reading series presented to Door County audiences. Readings of the three plays will be performed at Björklunden at 7590 […]
Read MoreWrite On Presents Influential Women of Theatre
Talk and Discussion by Visiting Playwright Anne Bertram Juddville, Wis. (January 27, 2025) – Write On, Door County will present a talk and discussion by playwright Anne Bertram on three influential women theatre artists: Izumo no Okuni, Aphra Behn, and […]
Read MoreAlpine Resort Moving Operations to Golf Course in 2026
Egg Harbor, Wis. (January 21, 2025) – As part of our ongoing plan to create best in class service, grounds and guest experiences, the Alpine Resort announced it will be moving its operations to the 190 acres of golf and […]
Read MoreAll Too Clear: Beneath the Surface of the Great Lakes
Sturgeon Bay, Wis. (January 24, 2025) – The award-winning documentary film “All Too Clear: Beneath the Surface of the Great Lakes” will be shown at Crossroads at Big Creek this Thursday, January 30 at 6:30 pm, as part of their […]
Read MoreMaritime Speaker Series: The Ledge, the Lake, and the Limestone
How the Niagara Escarpment impacted the stone industry and maritime development of Door County Sturgeon Bay, Wis. (January 23, 2025) – The next presentation of the 2024-2025 Door County Medical Center Maritime Speaker Series will be held both in person and online […]
Read MoreFincantieri ACE Marine Joins DNR’sGreen Tier Program
Wissonsin (January 23, 2025) – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced that Fincantieri ACE Marine (FAM) was accepted into Tier 1 of the Green Tier program. Green Tier is a voluntary program for businesses, local governments and organizations committed […]
Read MoreMeet the Cast of ‘Of Serpents & Sea Spray’
Peninsula Players Theatre Play Reading Monday, February 3, at 7:00 p.m. Fish Creek, Wisconsin – Peninsula Players Theatre is thrilled to announce the cast for a reading of the play “Of Serpents & Sea Spray” by Rachel Bublitz, the first presentation of its 2025 […]
Read More2025 Fire & Ice Festival
Sturgeon Bay, Wis. (January 22, 2025) – Celebrate the winter season during Sturgeon Bay’s community-wide Fire & Ice Festival presented by Destination Sturgeon Bay, February 14-15. The weekend begins on Friday, February 14 from 5:30 pm to 7:00 pm: enjoy a luminary-lit […]
Read MoreParticipate in Sister Bay’s Annual Ice Out Contest 2025
Sister Bay, Wis. (January 21, 2025) – It’s that exciting time of year again—Sister Bay is planning for the Annual Ice Out Contest! With these chilly temperatures, we’re feeling optimistic that our Goat will make his appearance on the bay soon. […]
Read MoreMaster Gardeners and Wild Ones Open 2025 Lecture Series with “Going Wild In Door County Parks”
Sturgeon Bay, Wis. (January 20, 2025) – Learn about the environmentally-friendly projects underway in Door County Parks at the upcoming presentation in the Door County Master Gardener Association /Wild Ones- Door Peninsula Educational Lecture Series, hosted by Crossroads at Big Creek […]
Read MoreExplore the History of Street Clocks at the Door County Historical Society’s First “Dine & Discover” Program of 2025
Sturgeon Bay, Wis. (January 20, 2025) — The Door County Historical Society is kicking off its 2025 “Dine & Discover” series with an engaging luncheon event featuring a captivating journey into the history of street clocks. Join us on Saturday, February 22, […]
Read MoreLocal Songwriter Katie Dahl Joins Minnesota Poets for Afternoon Event at Write On, Door County
Juddville, Wis. (January 20, 2025) – Door County songwriter Katie Dahl will team up with Minnesota poets Susan Jaret McKinstry and Leslie Schultz for an afternoon of music and poetry at Write On, Door County in Juddville on Saturday, January 25, […]
Read MoreCirque Kalabanté Brings African Circus to DCA Main Stage
Fish Creek, Wis. (January 20, 2025) – On Sunday, January 26, at 3 p.m., Cirque Kalabanté will bring the dynamic energy of an African circus to the DCA Main Stage. Cirque Kalabanté presents “Afrique en Cirque,” a show created by […]
Read MoreOpportunities, Challenges of Restoring Native Prey Fishes to the Great Lakes
Sturgeon Bay, Wis. (January 16, 2025) – This week Crossroads at Big Creek will launch the 2025 Fish Tales Lecture Series on Thursday, January 23 at 7:00 PM with the program “Opportunities and Challenges of Restoring Native Prey Fishes to the […]
Read MoreAll Things Chocolate at 2025 Winterfest
Fish Creek, Wis. (January 15, 2025) – All Things Chocolate is not just a fundraiser; it raises FUN to a whole new level. Our commitment to preserving history for future generations remains unwavering, just like our beloved event. Winterfest is back, […]
Read MoreDoor County YMCA Celebrates 12,000 Members and Growing
Door County, Wis. (January 14, 2025) – The Door County YMCA is thrilled to announce a significant milestone: 12,000 members and counting! This achievement reflects the incredible support and commitment of the Door County community to health, wellness, and connection. […]
Read MoreNo Ice Is 100% Safe: Be Careful On Frozen Waterbodies
Wisconsin (January 13, 2025) – As snow is predicted over the next week in much of Wisconsin, the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) urges the public to be extra careful when traversing any frozen waterbody. Ice is still forming, and […]
Read MoreCelebrate Valentine’s Day with “L-O-V-E: Love Songs from the Great American Songbook” at Birch Creek
Egg Harbor, Wis. (January 13, 2025) – Birch Creek Music Performance Center is excited to present “L-O-V-E: Love Songs from the Great American Songbook.” This Valentine’s Dinner Concert fundraiser will take place on Saturday, February 15 in Juniper Hall, featuring […]
Read MoreThird Coast Bluegrass Featured in Concert at the White Gull Inn
Fish Creek, Wis. (January 13, 2025) – In its first concert of the new year, the White Gull Inn welcomes back the five member band Third Coast Bluegrass, on Wednesday, January 22. Tickets for the 8 PM concert are $35. The […]
Read MoreDNR Now Accepting Entries For 2026 State Park And Forest 12-Month Vehicle Admission Pass
Design Contest Open To High School Students Across Wisconsin Wisconsin (January 9, 2025) – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is now accepting artwork entries from high school students for the 2026 12-month Wisconsin state park and forest vehicle admission […]
Read MoreSaturday Science Program: “Auroras”
Sturgeon Bay, Wis. (January 9, 2025) – In spite of the fact that days are getting (a bit) longer, we at Crossroads at Big Creek know that many people experience falling spirits and even seasonal depression enduring the dark days of winter. For the […]
Read More2025 Winter Open Days at Open Door Bird Sanctuary
Jacksonport, Wis. (January 9, 2024) – On Saturday Jan 18, Feb 15, March 15 and April 26 from 11am – 4pm, come an enjoy the serenity of Open Door Bird Sanctuary during their 6th annual “Winter Open Days.” Stop in anytime […]
Read MorePeninsula Music Festival Announces 2025 FebFest Series Featuring Principal Musicians
Door County, Wis. (January 8, 2025) — The Peninsula Music Festival (PMF) is delighted to announce its 2025 FebFest series, showcasing three exceptional performances held on February 2, February 16, and February 23 in Door County, Wisconsin. FebFest continues the tradition […]
Read More2025 Fire & Ice Gala
Sturgeon Bay, Wis. (January 8, 2024) – Tickets are available now for Destination Sturgeon Bay’s 2025 Fire & Ice Gala – an evening you won’t want to miss! Join us at Stone Harbor Resort on Saturday, February 15, for an unforgettable evening […]
Read MoreRolf Olson Named DCHS Volunteer of the Year
Sturgeon Bay, Wis. (January 6, 2024) — The Door County Historical Society held its 2024 Annual Meeting of the Membership on November 25, 2024 where Rolf Olson was named the DCHS Volunteer of the Year. Since 2014, Rolf Olson has […]
Read MoreLead Donor Identified for Door Community Auditorium’s Annex Project
Fish Creek, Wis. (January 6, 2024) – The anonymous lead donor for Door Community Auditorium’s “Annex” project has been named. Chris Cramer of Gibraltar has committed in excess of one million dollars to seed the project, which will build a second […]
Read MoreDCA Kicks Off Winter Season with Guitarola Coffeehouse Concert, Morning Roots of Rock & Roll DJ Set by David Watkins
Fish Creek, Wis. (January 6, 2024) – DCA will kick off its 2025 winter season on Saturday, January 11 with two events: a 10 a.m. DJ set by David Watkins focused on the roots of rock and roll, and an evening […]
Read More100+WWC Next Giving Event is Monday, January 27
Door County, Wis. (January 2, 2024) – The next quarterly Giving Event of the 100+WWC Giving Circle will be held in person at Donald & Carolyn Kress Pavilion Great Hall, 7845 Church Street, Egg Harbor and via livestream on Monday, January 27, […]
Read More‘Tis The Season for Giving
Juddville, Wis. (December 31, 2024) – With the holiday season upon us, Write On, Door County is humbled by the generosity, moral support, and participation of their donors. Your invaluable gifts launched their second decade to an impressive 32% increase in […]
Read MorePBS Wisconsin Education: Wisconsin Lighthouses
Wisconsin (December 31, 2024) – Did you watch the broadcast premiere of the Wisconsin Lighthouses film on PBS Wisconsin on Monday, December 2? If you missed it (or want to watch again), the film is available for streaming on PBSWisconsin.org. PBS Wisconsin Education has a fun companion […]
Read MoreOpen Door Pride, Northern Door Pride and PFLAG Door County Seek Consultants, Volunteers
Door County, Wis. (December 31, 2024) – As part of an initiative intended to bolster support and resources for transgender people in Door County, local LGBTQ and ally groups Open Door Pride, Northern Door Pride and PFLAG Door County are seeking […]
Read MoreUpcoming Events at Crossroads
Sturgeon Bay, Wis. (December 27, 2024) – This is the week we ring out the old year and ring in the new. We jokingly call this our “Annual Ring.” So, it has become a tradition at Crossroads at Big Creek that on […]
Read MoreDCA Announces Vibrant 2025 Winter Season
Fish Creek, Wis. (December 27, 2024) – Door Community Auditorium (DCA) is pleased to announce its exciting 2025 winter season, which includes three vintage music DJ sets on Saturday mornings, three Coffeehouse Concerts in DCA’s cozy lobby, and three stellar shows […]
Read MoreHelp Keep Door County’s History Alive
Sturgeon Bay, Wis. (December 22, 2024) – Since 1926, the Door County Historical Society has worked to preserve and share our community’s remarkable history. History isn’t just about the past—it shapes our identity, connects us to one another, and teaches valuable […]
Read More‘Colin & Friends’ Celebrate the New Year with Three Special FREE Concerts
Ephraim, Wis. (December 22, 2024) – Following the recent success of their sold-out “Songs that Sleigh” performance at the Door Community Auditorium, Colin & Friends is now poised to bid farewell to 2024 and usher in new beginnings with a celebratory […]
Read MoreIncidental Take Notice For Door County
Madison, Wis. (December 20, 2024) – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) proposes to issue an authorization for the incidental taking of a rare snake, which may result from three trail expansions in Door County. Incidental take refers to […]
Read MoreWarm Hands Warm Hearts Event
Door County, Wis. (December 20, 2024) – Hundreds and hundreds of donations were collected from the 100+ Women Who Care Door County (100+WWC) Giving Circle at their fourth annual “Warm Hands Warm Hearts” event in December. Each year, 100+WWC asks two […]
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