Area: Algoma
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Restorative Classes at Roots Yoga
Roots Yoga and Healing is offering Restorative Yoga + Sound Bath classes Jan. 8, Feb. 5, March 5, April 2 and May 7, 2-3:30 pm. Enjoy gentle stretches and restorative yoga with guided meditations throughout. Then allow the gentle vibrations of singing bowls and other sound elements to lead to further relaxation and healing. These […]
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Yardstick Books 317 Steele St. Yardstick Books was established in 2019 by Heidi Raak, who owned a bookstore in Kansas for 10 years before moving to Algoma. The store carries new releases, but it specializes in translated works and books published by small presses. When you visit, keep an eye out for the store’s furry […]
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Don Krumpos navigates making a living while making art On a recent weekday morning, Don Krumpos was rearranging things at Yonder, the Algoma gallery that describes itself as a creative space run by artists. Krumpos was coming off hosting his First Friday event, which featured 16 guest artists participating in an auction that raised $1,025 […]
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Christmas Concert and Sing-Along
The Algoma Community Band and Lakeshore Singers present ‘A Winter Wonderland’ concert at the Algoma Elementary School PAC. The community band performs several Christmas medleys and will be joined by the Lakeshore Singers for the “Hallelujah Chorus.” The community band is directed by Jennifer Massey and David Kopetsky. The Lakeshore Singers, accompanied by Michael Swedberg […]
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Algoma Galleries Partner for Art Event
Ladybug Glass and Clay on Steele are celebrating the last First Friday of the year together by offering Christmas delights and holiday discounts. The two side-by-side galleries offer access to the other without going outside. Ladybug Glass is also celebrating its second anniversary (postponed from November), which includes new glass work and photographs by Kim […]
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A Life Doula’s Perspective on Death
Most people prefer not to think about death, but Algoma-based life doula Marggie Moertl wants to change that. Rather than fearing death or finding it sad, she looks upon it as a joyous process that brings loved ones together and prompts self-reflection. “I’m so comfortable with death,” she said. “I can see the joy in […]
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Oct. 29, 1945 – Nov. 23, 2022 Carl A. Sampone Jr., 77, of Algoma and formerly of Sturgeon Bay, died at Door County Medical Center. He was born in Sturgeon Bay to Carl and Margaret (Lake) Sampone Sr. Carl graduated from Sturgeon Bay High School in 1963. He served his country in the U.S. Air […]
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Free Henna Tattoos at Yardstick
Artist Eva Armbruster will be at Yardstick Books, 317 Steele St. in Algoma, to offer free henna tattoos during Algoma’s First Friday Art Night on Dec. 2, 5-8 pm. Henna is a plant-based dye that safely stains the skin for one to two weeks. Participants can choose from designs that range from Indian wedding traditions […]
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Donate Used Glasses to Lions Club
The Algoma Lions Club encourages the community to donate used eyeglasses to the Lions Recycle for Sight used-eyeglasses collection program using the collection boxes in the Lakeshore Vision Center, Algoma Public Library and Nicolet National Bank in Algoma. Donated glasses will be shipped to the Lions’ eyeglass-recycling center in Rosholt, Wisconsin – home of the […]
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Educational Program for Caregivers
The Aging and Disability Resource Center (ADRC) of the Lakeshore is presenting Mindful Conversations, a relaxed event to share general information with caregivers and others who want to know more about dementia and other memory impairments. It will take place Nov. 17, 10:30-11:30 am, at the Algoma Public Library, 406 Fremont St. The ADRC’s dementia-care […]
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Ladybug Glass Celebrates Second Anniversary
To celebrate its second anniversary in Algoma, Ladybug Glass Studio & Gallery is featuring new glass and photography pieces by Kimberly Lyon. An opening reception will be held during First Friday Art in Algoma on Nov. 4, 5-8 pm, and it will continue Nov. 5, 10 am – 4 pm. The gallery will also have […]
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Ahnapee Brewing Company will be raising funds for veterans at its taprooms in Algoma and Suamico on Nov. 12, when the brewery will donate 100% of the proceeds of a specially made Little Soldier pin (5.4-gallon barrel) to the Fox Valley Veterans Council’s Emergency Fund. The cask-conditioned pin will be tapped at noon at each […]
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Quantum Opens New Store in Algoma
Kewaunee County residents will no longer need to travel as far for professional IT and computer support now that Quantum Technologies has opened a new retail and repair location at 222 Steele St. in Algoma. It offers Mac and PC repairs and service, computer and device sales, personal and business IT support, network and cabling […]
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The Renard’s Cheese family disclosed on Facebook last week that it had closed its Algoma retail store on County S Oct. 5 due to staffing shortages, which “have impacted many businesses over the past few years,” according to the social-media post. “Up until recently, Renard’s Cheese has avoided the impact of these shortages. However, this […]
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Roots Yoga and Healing in Algoma is hosting special classes and mini workshops. The first offering is a Restorative Yoga and Sound Bath on Oct. 30 and Nov. 20, both 2-3:30 pm. Enjoy gentle stretches and restorative yoga with guided meditations throughout. Then let the gentle sound and vibrations of Peter Hess singing bowls and […]
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Six Authors Celebrate Fall at Reading Event
Six authors will come together Oct. 8, 4-5:30 pm, for an unusual reading event at Yardstick Books to celebrate autumn and the power of words. The event will feature readings by Big Bruiser Dope Boy, Gwen Hilton, Calvin Westra, Ted Prokash, Brooke Nicole Plummer and Manuel Marrero. Learn more about this event and others coming […]
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Feeling artsy? The Algoma Public Library is hosting its Inktober art contest for local artists of all ages. Registrations and submissions will be accepted until Oct. 21. Submissions should be no larger than 12 inches by 12 inches on a canvas, board or paper. All media are welcome, but all entries must be able to […]
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Mission Work Continues in Swaziland
Patty Tebon of Algoma has been visiting Swaziland since 2009 to take blankets (40,000-plus to date) and provide assistance through missionary trips. She’ll leave for her next trip Oct. 18 and will stay with ministry partner Nozipho Msibi and her daughters while helping to finish and furnish a preschool, which has been fully funded with the […]
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Lisa Vihos Book Reading and Signing
Author Lisa Vihos will read from her novel, The Lone Snake: The Story of Sofonisba Anguissola; answer readers’ questions; and sign books Sept. 17, 1-2 pm, at Yardstick Books, 317 Steele St. in Algoma. In The Lone Snake, Vihos brings Renaissance artist Sofonisba Anguissola to life as a woman who’s yearning for recognition in a […]
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Roots Yoga and Healing is offering a free Emotional Well-Being workshop Sept. 2, 11:15-11:45 am, led by mental-health therapist Tanya Kavicky-Mels of Soul Glue Therapy. Registration is not required, and chairs will be available. Learn more about Yin Yoga with guest instructor Cindy Taavola on Sept. 17, 9-10:15 am. The cost is $15, and registration […]