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August 2025
The History of Rock Island
Rock Island’s rich history started long ago, many years before it became a state park. Join Brian Grube, Park manager of both Newport and Rock Island state parks, as he shares Rock Island’s amazing story including indigenous peoples, European explorers and settlers, the Pottawatomie Lighthouse, and the influence and vision of inventor Chester Thordarson. Meets in the Nature Center, Lot 1.
Find out more »Art/Speaks
A creative lab to encourage writing in response to visual art led by local poets Carrie and Peter Sherrill. Free. Edgewood Orchard Gallery, 4140 Peninsula Players Rd., Fish Creek. Free. For more information, visit www.writeondoorcounty.org or call 920-868-1457.
Find out more »2025 Jazz Ambassador Concert
Chives Food Truck, Baileys Harbor, 3–5 PM All Jazz Ambassador performances are free and open to the public.
Find out more »Soulful Blues and Big Band Jazz
A powerful combination of blues-infused grooves and big band flair. The August 8 concert features guest drummer Harold Jones of the Basie and Bennett orchestras.
Find out more »Tips for Writing a Self-Published Children’s Book with Ann Heyse
Learn about writing and editing books for children, working with an illustrator, and getting the book into stores. $30. For more information, visit www.writeondoorcounty.org or call 920-868-1457.
Find out more »Big Band Jazz II Family Concert (Free Admission)
A second family-friendly showcase spotlighting Jazz II student ensembles and faculty performances, ideal for all ages.
Find out more »Beetles, Aphids, and Flies – Oh My!
Insects are an underappreciated, yet a very important part of our ecosystem. Retired arborist and educator Donna Danielson will help you learn more about the importance of insects, their life cycles, anatomy, and more. We'll use microscopes and magnifiers to look at them up close. Don't worry, they'll all be dead when we look at them! This program is geared toward adult participants. Meets in the Nature Center, Lot 1.
Find out more »Celebrating 50 Years of Birch Creek Jazz
A tribute to Birch Creek’s 50 seasons of jazz concerts—an evening blending historic repertoire and contemporary flair, performed by faculty and students.
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