Area: Brussels
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Volunteer at Haunted Mansion in Brussels
The Haunted Mansion at Quietwoods South Camping Resort in Brussels does a fantastic job supporting so many of our school activities and their needs. Now in its 10th year, the mansion has no paid positions and continues to be supported by volunteer hours from the community. Please consider your family’s donating time (adults and children […]
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Sign My Car!: Belgian Storytelling Tour Makes Stop in Door County
On the list of reasons to immigrate to the United States, Séverine Dehon’s isn’t all that uncommon. “Once upon a time, there was a man,” the Belgian explained. “Then I stayed anyway.” What is uncommon is the way she decided to confront the series of unexpected and unfortunate events that quickly followed her 2011 arrival […]
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Dale Joseph Pierre, 83, of Sturgeon Bay, died Aug. 15, 2016, in Mt. Carmel West Hospital Columbus, Ohio. He was born in Brussels, Wisconsin on March 6, 1933 the son of Joseph and Odile Pierre. He resided in Wheaton, Illinois from 1960 until retirement in 1994. He then lived in Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin until 2014 when […]
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Linda Jean Geisel, 65, of Brussels, passed away on August 14, 2016 at her home. She was born May 11, 1951, in Berwyn, Illinois to Ralph and Dorothy (Frank) Luckhard. Linda graduated from Argo High School in 1969. In 1970, her family moved to the Town of Gardner and Linda worked for Virginia’s Lunch in […]
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Belgian Kermiss, Kite Festival & More Weekend Plans
Summer is quickly coming to a close. Be sure to take advantage of the beautiful August weather. Survey the land on Plum Island, watch some Shakespeare in Potawatomi State Park or spelunk through the Horseshoe Bay Cave. Friday, Aug. 19 Honey Dewdrops Take a picnic dinner and a bottle of wine to enjoy before Woodwalk […]
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Belgian Kermiss Celebration Aug. 21
The Belgian Heritage Center is hosting its annual Belgian Kermiss on Aug. 21, 11 am – 4 pm. A kermiss is a traditional harvest celebration that is open to the whole community featuring Belgian food, beer, music and camaraderie. The variety band Mad Cats will play their mix of country, rock and pop music from […]
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Municipal Meetings: August 5 – 12
City of Sturgeon Bay: Finance/Purchasing & Building Committee meets at 4 pm on Aug. 9. The Community Protection & Services Committee meets at 4:30 pm on Aug. 11. County of Door: The Highway Committee meets at 8:30 am on Aug. 8. The EMS Committee meets at noon on Aug. 8. The Property committee meets at […]
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Letter to the Editor: We Vote For Ray Pelrine
We come to our friends and neighbors and the Southern Door community by way of this letter to ask for your support at the Tuesday, Aug. 9, Primary Election by voting for incumbent Ray Pelrine for Door County District Attorney. Ray Pelrine comes to the ballot with more than 30 years’ experience as a seasoned […]
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Brussels Church Holds Festival to Honor Saint Mary the Virgin
The historic Episcopal Church of the Precious Blood will continue a tradition of more than 80 years in celebrating the annual festival honoring Saint Mary the Virgin on Aug. 6. High Mass begins at 11 am. The Rt. Rev. Matthew Gunter, Bishop of Fond du Lac, will preach. A Belgian-themed meal follows as well as […]
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Municipal Meetings: July 8 – 15
DOOR COUNTY City of Sturgeon Bay: The Finance/Purchasing & Building Committee meets at 4 pm on July 12. Town of Brussels: The town board meets at 7 pm on July 12. Town of Clay Banks: The town board meets at 6 pm on July 14. Town of Egg Harbor: The Plan Commission meets at 6 […]
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Jeanne Tassoul, 80, of Brussels, died July 2, 2016 at Anna’s Healthcare in Sturgeon Bay. She was born Feb. 29, 1936 in the Town of Union to Albert and Rose (Draize) Lampereur. On July 10, 1954 she married Robert F. Tassoul in Namur. He preceded her in death on Nov. 26, 1994. Jeanne and her husband farmed in […]
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Belgian Heritage Center to Hold Traditional Fish Boil
There will be a traditional Door County fish boil at the Belgian Heritage Center on July 16 at 5 pm. Proceeds will help support the Belgian Heritage Center and its mission of preserving and promoting the unique history of this area. The meal will feature trout, potatoes, onion, coleslaw, dessert and coffee for $14. Beer, […]
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Comedic Nuns, Ben Folds & More Weekend Plans
This weekend has plenty to offer in events both in and out of doors. Become a kayaking expert, bust a gut at Rogue Theater, or bring home the win at the Belgian Days volleyball tournament. Friday, July 8 Rutabaga Door County Sea Kayak Symposium Paddlers of all skill levels are welcome to participate in […]
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Belgian Days Screens “Wisconsin Hometown Stories: Door County”
There will be a special screening at Belgian Days of the new Wisconsin Hometown Stories: Door County, a Wisconsin Public Television original documentary that brings Door County history to life. The screening will be held July 10 at 1:30 pm at the Brussels Community Center. The one-hour program includes the story of the unique Belgian […]
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Belgian Days Festival Held July 9 & 10
Belgian Days, a festival sponsored by the Brussels Lions Club, will be held July 9 & 10 at the Brussels Town Park in southern Door County. Belgian pies, Belgian trippe, Belgian jutt, booyah and burgers will be served both days. Other events include: youth baseball tournament on both days; a coed volleyball tournament on Saturday […]
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Belgian Heritage Center Hosts Belgian Waffle Breakfast
The Belgian Heritage Center will hold a Belgian waffle breakfast on June 26, 9 am – 1 pm, at 1255 County Road DK in Brussels (the former St. Mary of the Snows Church in Namur). The breakfast will include waffles, eggs, potatoes, beverage and Marchant’s Belgian trippe. The cost is $9 for adults, $5 for […]
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Brittney and Ryan Londo, Forestville, are the parents of a daughter born on May 31, 2016, at Ministry Door County Medical Center, Sturgeon Bay. Maternal grandparents are Kerry and Bruce Walker, Forestville, and Julie and Randy LeMieux, Sturgeon Bay. Paternal grandparents are Debbie and Don Londo, Forestville Stephanie and Reese Ellison, Forestville, are the […]
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LaVerne Euclide, 80, of Brussels, passed away on May 31, 2016. She was born March 10, 1936 in the Town of Union to Felix and Rose (Mertens) Renard. On Dec. 14, 1954 she married Harold “Pete” Euclide. LaVerne and her husband farmed in the Town of Gardner for many years. She also helped her husband […]
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Manners Matter: Hand Over the Keys Please
Dear Mary Pat, My dad just turned 89 and is in great health overall. In fact, most people don’t believe me when I say how old he is. The only place where he is showing his age is behind the wheel. He is having issues with his vision and his reaction times aren’t what […]