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August 2025
Special Program: Universe in the Park and Perseid Meteor Shower Event
Join guest astronomers from UW-Madison as they present Badger Talks, a PowerPoint presentation about astronomy and a chance to view the night skies through a high-powered telescope. Newport State Park in Ellison Bay is the best place to view this spectacular meteor shower as it is Wisconsin’s only designated International Dark Sky Park. No seating is available, so bring a lawn chair or blanket, flashlights, or headlamps with a red lens (protects night vision). Meet at Lot 3, follow path…
Find out more »Wind Ensemble Retreat
The Wind Ensemble Retreat, taking place from August 13 – 16, invites adult musicians of intermediate to advanced levels to refine their music reading and performance skills. Participants will engage in daily rehearsals, sectionals, and masterclasses, culminating in a public performance. The retreat is co-directed by educators Jim Stombres, Steve Sveum, and Brayer Teague - all renowned for their contributions to music education and performance. The program is in its eighth year.
Find out more »Sister Bay Concert in the Park
Enjoy Waterfront Park Pavilion with its spectacular sunsets. Bring your own chair or blanket to enjoy concerts and movies this summer in Sister Bay. Sister Bay Performance Pavilion Concerts Wednesdays at 6pm, from June 18 – August 13, 2025. JUNE 25 - Copper Box JULY 2 - Peoples Brothers Band JULY 9 - Bittorf Brothers JULY 16 - Brass Differential JULY 17 - Kyle Megna & The Monsoons JULY 23 - Birch Creek Ambassadors 2:30 JULY 23 - Modern Day…
Find out more »Wind Ensemble Retreat
The Wind Ensemble Retreat, taking place from August 13 – 16, invites adult musicians of intermediate to advanced levels to refine their music reading and performance skills. Participants will engage in daily rehearsals, sectionals, and masterclasses, culminating in a public performance. The retreat is co-directed by educators Jim Stombres, Steve Sveum, and Brayer Teague - all renowned for their contributions to music education and performance. The program is in its eighth year.
Find out more »Herb Hike
Dave LaLuzerne was born with a green spark in his heart. (Interestingly, his last name is the French word for alfalfa.) Nurtured through pharmacy school and many years as an herbal pharmacist in his own herb shop, he now finds his passion is educating people about the numerous and wondrous ways to use herbs for our health and well-being. Door County has a wealth of herbs that can be beneficial to your health and well-being. This walk will explore the…
Find out more »What We Can Learn About Being Human from Life Online with Joan Shiels and Chris Stedman
What does it mean to be “real” in the age of TikTok and Instagram and what can we learn from new online technologies? Miller Art Museum, 107 S. 4th Ave., Sturgeon Bay. Presented with Door County Library. Free. For more information, visit www.writeondoorcounty.org or call 920-868-1457.
Find out more »Turtle Ridge Gallery: Celebrate Birds
August 7th 4-7pm Thursday Gallery Nite - Celebrate Birds Mary Ellen Sisulak invites you to explore a wonderful variety of bird art in three different media. Original art, prints, notecards, bags, and more will be on display. Open late with refreshments. Location: Turtle Ridge Gallery-Boutique 11736 Mink River Rd Ellison Bay Contact: Asta at turtleridge@gmail.com
Find out more »A Night at the Movies: Heroes
Conductor: Maestro Rune Bergmann and Yale conducting students. John Williams: “Raiders March” from Indiana Jones and the Raiders of the Lost Ark Charlie Chaplin and David Raskin: Smile from Chaplin Jeremy Chase: “Caribou” John Williams: “Viktor’s Tale” from The Terminal John Williams: “With Malice Towards None” from Lincoln John Williams: Theme from Schindler’s List John Williams: Theme from Jaws John Williams: Suite from Star Wars Conductor: Rune Bergmann Guest Conductors: Stefano Boccacci and Ezra Calvino Get ready for a thrilling cinematic adventure as the Peninsula Music Festival…
Find out more »Wind Ensemble Retreat
The Wind Ensemble Retreat, taking place from August 13 – 16, invites adult musicians of intermediate to advanced levels to refine their music reading and performance skills. Participants will engage in daily rehearsals, sectionals, and masterclasses, culminating in a public performance. The retreat is co-directed by educators Jim Stombres, Steve Sveum, and Brayer Teague - all renowned for their contributions to music education and performance. The program is in its eighth year.
Find out more »Free Fridays
Free Sanctuary admission, educational activities 9am-12pm. Register at ridgessanctuary.org.
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