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December 2025
Katie Dahl, Anne Heaton, and Jenny Bienemann Present “Songs to Light a Winter’s Night”
Popular Door County musician Katie Dahl will be joined by acclaimed songwriters Anne Heaton (Milwaukee) and Jenny Bienemann (Chicago) for “Songs to Light a Winter’s Night,” an evening of original songs of the season, at two Door County locations: MUSE in Sturgeon Bay on Friday, December 19, at 7 p.m. and Kick Ash Coffee in Ellison Bay on Saturday, December 20, at 4 p.m. Advance tickets are recommended for both shows. Tickets for the show at Kick Ash are…
Find out more »Christmas-themed Planetarium Show — Leif Everson Observatory
The society’s annual, family-favorite Christmas-themed Planetarium Show returns on December 20. Shows begin at 7:00 p.m. and repeat approximately every half hour throughout the evening. If the skies are clear and winds are calm, members will also open the dome of the Leif Everson Observatory for night-sky viewing through the observatory’s large telescope. Event Details All programs are free and open to the public. Events take place at the Door Peninsula Astronomy Campus, 2200 Utah Street, Sturgeon Bay.
Find out more »Breakfast with Santa at Burton’s on the Green
Join us for Breakfast with Santa at Burton's on the Green on Sunday, December 21st from 8-11:30am. Bring the whole family and enjoy a morning filled with holiday cheer and family fun. Take a photo with Santa and share your holiday wishes. This is the perfect way to kick off the holiday season with a delicious breakfast and some quality time with the jolly man himself. We will be serving a breakfast special which will include two eggs, two pieces…
Find out more »Ephraim Organizations Host Viewing of A Cherry Pie Christmas Movie
Event Details: Date: Sunday, December 21, 2025 Time: Doors open at 5:30 PM; film begins at 6:00 PM Location: Ephraim Village Hall Admission: Free Extras: Popcorn and refreshments for sale, Ephraim merchandise for purchase, and Pie Raffle Tickets available for $10 each. All proceeds from concessions, merchandise, and raffle tickets will help support the ongoing work of the Ephraim Historical Foundation and the Ephraim Business Council. For more information, visit the Ephraim Business Council’s website or follow along on social…
Find out more »Saturday Science: Snow
Starting promptly at 2:00 and geared for children but open to learners of all ages, this program will explore the various types of snow. Indoor activities and, if weather allows, outdoor activities. Free and open to the public. Meet at the Collins Learning Center, Crossroads, 2041 Michigan, Sturgeon Bay.
Find out more »Door County Talks About Blue Zones: Sense of Purpose with Michael Brecke
FREEWILL DONATIONS APPRECIATED The 2026 Door County Talks Series, Sponsored by Cynthia and Tom LaConte, will explore the concept of Blue Zones, a term coined and trademarked by Author Dan Buettner. Blue Zones refers to regions in the world where people live to or beyond the age of 100 without the prevalence of degenerative aging diseases prevalent in many parts of the world. The series, which will comprise four separate speaker events, is free, with donations gladly accepted. Attendees are…
Find out more »Lecture: Fifty-two Weeks
This slide presentation offers a scenic overview of the preserve throughout the year for locals and out-of-town guests. Meet at the Collins Learning Center, Crossroads, 2041 Michigan, Sturgeon Bay.
Find out more »Family Program: Birds of Prey
Representatives from the Open Door Bird Sanctuary will bring live raptors to Crossroads and share fascinating information about the adaptations and behavior of these birds. A family favorite! Meet at the Collins Learning Center, Crossroads, 2041 Michigan, Sturgeon Bay.
Find out more »Crossroads: Last Sunset of the Year Hike
The Learning Center will be closed on New Year’s Eve, but the trails are open and, following a decades-old tradition, we will offer our “Last Sunset of the Year Hike.” The hike will start at 3:45, and with clear skies, participants may be able to watch the sun set on 2025 at 4:18 pm. Meet at the Collins Learning Center, Crossroads, 2041 Michigan, Sturgeon Bay.
Find out more »Home for the Holidays
Northern Sky favorites Doc Heide, Eric Lewis & Holly Feldman present lesser-known holiday songs & original selections.
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