DOOR COUNTY NEWSWIRE
Community Invited to Reception for Artist Fred Perryman
Sturgeon Bay, Wis. (September 27, 2024) – The community is invited to attend a reception on Friday, October 4th from 4:30 p.m. to 6 p.m., at the Door County Community Foundation. The reception celebrates the Lobby Gallery Fall Exhibition featuring works […]
Read MorePeninsula Players Pre-Show Seminar Features Agatha Christie Expert Chris Chan
Fish Creek, Wis. (September 25, 2024) — In conjunction with its production of Agatha Christie’s recently discovered “new” work, “The Stranger,” Peninsula Players Theatre will host Agatha Christie scholar Dr. Christopher Chan on Friday, October 11, at 5:30 p.m. in the theater. Chan will […]
Read MoreJazz Improvisation and Inspiration: Birch Creek Faculty Enrich Door County Schools
Egg Harbor, Wis. (September 25, 2024) – On Friday, September 20, Birch Creek hosted its annual Artists in the Schools event, continuing a 22-year tradition of bringing professional music education to the students of Door County. Since its inception in […]
Read MoreMaritime Speaker Series Returns: In-person AND Online
Sturgeon Bay, Wis. (September 25, 2024) – Each Fall, Winter and Spring, the Door County Maritime Museum hosts experts and interesting characters from around the country for the Maritime Speaker Series (presented in partnership with series sponsor the Door County Medical Center). The Maritime […]
Read More“Tell Colin What to Do!” Brings Audience Choice to Colin & Friends Concerts
Ephraim, Wis. (September 25, 2024) — This Friday, September 27, Colin & Friends Concerts will host an “audience choice” program, a unique opportunity for music lovers to make their own music requests during the group’s continuing schedule of free performances. […]
Read MoreBirch Creek Announces Executive Director Mona Christensen’s Retirement After 2025 Season
Egg Harbor, Wis. (September 23, 2024) – Birch Creek Music Performance Center announces theupcoming retirement of Executive Director Mona Christensen following the organization’s 50th seasonin 2025. Since joining Birch Creek ten seasons ago, Mona Christensen has led with passion, vision, […]
Read MoreU.S. Poet Laureate Joy Harjo to Perform with Her Band at DCA October 4
Fish Creek, Wis. (September 23, 2024) – On Friday, October 4, at 7 p.m., U.S. Poet Laureate Joy Harjo will perform with her band at Door Community Auditorium (DCA). Joy Harjo is the recipient of a Guggenheim Fellowship, a member of […]
Read MoreMeshell Ndegeocello Presents “No More Water: The Gospel of James Baldwin” at DCA
Fish Creek, Wis. (September 20, 2024) – On Sunday, September 29, at 7 p.m., Meshell Ndegeocello will present “No More Water: The Gospel of James Baldwin” at Door Community Auditorium (DCA). Grammy-winning artist Meshell Ndegeocello is an acclaimed multi-instrumentalist, singer, […]
Read MorePro Arte Quartet Headlines Midsummer Music’s Autumn Music Fest
UW–Madison’s esteemed string quartet performs works by Joseph Haydn and Franz Schubert. Sister Bay, Wis. (September 20, 2024) – Midsummer’s Music, Wisconsin’s oldest summer chamber music series, launches its second annual Autumn Music Fest during the first three weekends of October. […]
Read MoreDoor-Tran’s Volunteer Driver and Voucher Programs Awarded $20k
Sturgeon Bay, Wis. (September 19, 2024) – Door-Tran has been awarded $20,000 from the R. Bruce & Alyce S. Kopseker Trust, a fund of the Greater Green Bay Community Foundation. Door-Tran recognizes and supports a growing need for transportation, especially for […]
Read MoreFall Colors Coming Soon
Ellison Bay, Wis. (September 19, 2024) – Door County North offers some of the most scenic vistas. Start with the panoramic view of Green Bay waters and islands from Ellison Bluff County Park. Then travel north to Door Bluff Headlands to […]
Read MoreDoor Community Auditorium & Door Kinetic Arts Festival Present Jumaane Taylor’s “Supreme Love”
Fish Creek, Wis. (September 16, 2024) – On Sunday, September 22, at 7 p.m., Door Community Auditorium (DCA) and Door Kinetic Arts Festival (DKAF) will present Jumaane Taylor’s music/dance tour de force “Supreme Love” on the DCA stage. Celebrating John […]
Read MoreNew Yoga Studio Opening in Sturgeon Bay
Sturgeon Bay, Wis. (September 16, 2024) – The Yoga Womb at 58 W. Maple Avenue in Sturgeon Bay will open to the public on October 1, 2024. The Yoga Womb is a yoga studio and wellness center offering beginner, intermediate and […]
Read MoreSouthern Door Community Auditorium Announces Schedule for New Season
Southern Door, Wis. (September 12, 2024) – The Southern Door Community Auditorium has announced its 2024-25 performing arts season, their biggest ever with 21 shows. The line-up includes a variety of local, regional and national touring acts, and yes, even an […]
Read MoreOpen Door Pride September Library Display
Sturgeon Bay, Wis. (September 12, 2024) – Open Door Pride is celebrating Library Card Sign-Up Month with a display at the Sturgeon Bay branch of the Door County Library. Visit the library to get or renew your expired library card and […]
Read MoreDoor County YMCA Hosts Door County Humane Society Pet Walk
Door County, Wis. (September 12, 2024) – The Door County YMCA was proud to serve as the host site for the Door County Humane Society Pet Walk on Sunday, September 8th, at Peterson Park. The event welcomed community members and […]
Read MoreNominations Open For 2024 Sister Bay Volunteer Of The Year
Sister Bay, Wis. (September 10, 2024) – The Sister Bay Advancement Association is thrilled to announce nominations are open for the 2024 Sister Bay Volunteer of the Year, designed to honor the exceptional individuals who selflessly contribute their time and […]
Read MoreJoin in the 78th Annual Sister Bay Fall Fest Parade
Sister Bay, Wis. (September 10, 2024) – The Sister Bay Advancement Association has announced an open invitation for businesses, groups, and individuals to be part of the 78th Annual Sister Bay Fall Fest Parade. Participation is free. The winning entry will […]
Read More“Mental Health Across Generations” Panel Discussion to be Held on September 13
Sturgeon Bay, Wis. (September 10, 2024) – The Women’s Fund of Door County will host a free panel discussion, entitled “Mental Health Across Generations,” in conjunction with its Celebrate Women Luncheon on Friday, September 13. “Every year, we host a […]
Read MoreArtist Open Studio Returns to M3 in Downtown Sturgeon Bay September 18, 2024
Sturgeon Bay, Wis. (September 10, 2024) – The Miller Art Museum, located in downtown Sturgeon Bay, has announced that its Artist Open Studio will return on Wednesday, Sept. 18, 2024. The program is open to artists of all skill levels […]
Read MoreLauded Songwriter Angel Olsen to Perform at DCA
Fish Creek, Wis. (September 6, 2024) – On Friday, September 20, at 7 p.m., lauded songwriter Angel Olsen will perform for the first time at Door Community Auditorium (DCA). Minnesota-raised indie folk artist runo plum will open the show. Singer-songwriter […]
Read MoreAuthor Laura Paisley Beck Returns to Door County
Two Appearances by Creator of Licensed to Sell Juddville, Wis. (September 5, 2024) – Author Laura Paisley Beck makes two appearances in Door County, both related to her Interactive Action Novel, Licensed to Sell. The reader becomes the character Agent Jones, […]
Read MoreDoor County YMCA Recognizes Fall Prevention Month with Free Fall Prevention Workshop and Assessments
Door County, Wis. (September 5, 2024) – In recognition of September being Fall Prevention Month, the Door County YMCA is committed to helping our community stay safe and active by hosting special Fall Prevention Workshops, which include free fall assessments. These […]
Read MorePeninsula State Park Golf Course to Host Second Annual Hickory Golf Scramble on September 20, 2024
September 5, 2024 (Ephraim, Wis.) – Peninsula State Park Golf Course is thrilled to invite golfers of all skill levels to its second annual Hickory Golf Scramble, taking place on Friday, September 20, 2024. Following the success of last year’s event, […]
Read MoreEric Lewis, Griffon String Quartet Reunite for Three Concerts
In September 2023, Eric Lewis and the Griffon String Quartet joined forces with a sold-out concert to release their brand-new CD, Beneath the Waves. The musicians reunite for three autumn-themed concerts in Door County and Green Bay. Sister Bay, Wis. (September […]
Read MoreReading by Best-Selling Author Toya Wolfe
Award-Winning Author of Last Summer on State Street Featured at Write On, Door County Juddville, Wis. (September 3, 2024) – Write On, Door County will host award-winning novelist Toya Wolfe on Saturday, September 14, at 1 pm. The reading by […]
Read MoreAlash Brings Tuvan Throat Singing Back to Door County
Fish Creek, Wis. (September 3, 2024) – On Friday, September 13, Alash Tuvan Ensemble will return to Door Community Auditorium (DCA) by popular demand. The members of Alash are masters of traditional Tuvan instruments and throat singing (xöömei), a remarkable technique […]
Read MoreDoor County Maritime Museum Wooden Boat Raffle
Sturgeon Bay, Wis. (September 3, 2024) – This beautiful 16’ Shearwater row boat could be yours! Purchase tickets for this boat built by our 2023-24 Wooden Boatbuilding class, and you’re helping the Door County Maritime Museum support and pass down maritime craft and skills. […]
Read MoreExperience Ephraim’s Rich History with “Museums After Dark: Candlelight Walking Tours”
Ephraim, Wis. (August 30, 2024) – Step back in time and experience the enchantment of Ephraim’s storied past with the Ephraim Historical Foundation’s “Museums After Dark” candlelight walking tours. Held on Thursday, October 3rd, Friday, October 4th, Thursday, October 10th, and […]
Read MoreMichael Franti & Spearhead Return to DCA By Popular Demand
Fish Creek, Wis. (August 30, 2024) – On Saturday, September 7, the feel-good rock/soul outfit Michael Franti & Spearhead will return to Door Community Auditorium (DCA) by popular demand. Special guest Bombargo will also perform. Singer-songwriter and poet Michael Franti has […]
Read MoreEric Lewis & Friends to Perform at Fishstock on September 1
Fish Creek, Wis. (August 30, 2024) — Eric Lewis, the well-known Memphis musician, will perform with a select group of his wide-ranging musician friends at the final musical event of Fishstock Concert Series’ 2024 season in Fish Creek on Sunday, […]
Read MoreTwo ‘Carmen and the Cello’ Concerts by Colin & Friends Scheduled for Sept. 1
Ephraim, Wis. (August 30, 2024) — Colin & Friends has announced the addition of two more concerts to its continuing schedule of free performances this coming Sunday, September 1st at Ephraim Moravian Church, located at 9970 Moravia St. The two […]
Read MoreKatie Dahl, Anne Heaton, and Carmen Nickerson to Perform at Kick Ash Coffee in Ellison Bay September
Ellison Bay, Wis. (August 28, 2024) – Popular Door County musician Katie Dahl will be joined by acclaimed songwriters Anne Heaton and Carmen Nickerson (both from Milwaukee) for a concert of original songs at Kick Ash Coffee in Ellison Bay on […]
Read MoreMidsummer’s Music Celebrates 2024 Summer Season with Blowout Gala
The 2024 summer season concludes with the annual Labor Day fundraising gala, supporting the concerts, the musicians, and the staff of Midsummer’s Music. Sister Bay, Wis. (August 27, 2024) – Midsummer’s Music, Wisconsin’s oldest summer chamber music series, concludes its 34th season […]
Read MoreCelebrating Poetry of the Natural World
Door County Poets Join Madison-based Poet to Launch New Book Juddville, Wis. (August 27, 2024) – Write On, Door County is pleased to host a publication celebration for Madison-based poet Catherine Jagoe’s latest poetry collection, Praying to the Good of […]
Read MoreSturgeon Bay Harvest Fest & Street Art Auction 2024
Sturgeon Bay, Wis. (August 27, 2024) – Join Destination Sturgeon Bay in welcoming the season of autumn with Sturgeon Bay’s Annual Harvest Fest on Saturday, September 21. Festivities begin the evening before with the Annual “Cruise by the Bay” Classic […]
Read MoreMemphis Musician Mark Edgar Stuart to Perform at Fishstock on Aug. 25
Fish Creek, Wis. (August 24, 2024) – Fishstock Concert Series has announced that the 9th concert of its 2024 season will feature an August 25th performance by Memphis folksinger Mark Edgar Stuart. Concert promoter Steve Ellmann announced the upcoming concert […]
Read MoreBirch Creek Unveils Exciting Lineup for 2024 Fall Concert Series
Featuring Spyro Gyra Tribute, World Class Artists and Guest Performers Egg Harbor, Wis. (August 21, 2024) – Birch Creek announces its highly anticipated 2024 Fall Concert Series, showcasing a diverse array of musical genres. This year’s concert dates include six […]
Read MoreMidsummer’s Music Concludes Stunning Summer Season with Eight Must-see Concerts
Sister Bay, Wis. (August 21, 2024) – Midsummer Music’s 2024 summer concert series ascended to new heights with enthusiastic audiences, a world premiere, and spectacular music performed by world-class musicians. Eight summertime concerts, including the annual Labor Day Gala, remain, starting […]
Read MoreJudy DuCharme Celebrates New Novel at Write On
Who Will Save Us? is Door County author’s tenth novel. Juddville, Wis. (August 21, 2024) – Write On, Door County is pleased to host a publication celebration for author Judy DuCharme on Tuesday, August 27, 4 pm. The event is free […]
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