Area: Carlsville
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Rec Run, Blues Disciples & More Weekend Plans
July may be coming to an end, but the fun summer events just keep coming. Try some unusual chocolates, catch a new production of an old favorite, or take part in a ukulele jamboree. Friday, July 29 Planetarium Program for Adults and Families Check out the night sky during the daytime. Author and amateur astronomer […]
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Jill Hoffman and Lumberjack Cash take a ride in the magical carriage at the Door County Renaissance Fantasy Faire earlier this month. Submitted.
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Dempsey, Landon and Wyatt enjoyed a day of sunshine and waterslides at Harbour Village Campground and Water Park in Carlsville. Photo by Mary Zielke.
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Door County Distillery Holds Grand Opening Party July 9
Door County Distillery announced a Grand Opening Party on July 9 to celebrate the completion of its long awaited expansion. The Grand Opening Party, which is open to the public, will be from 4 to 8 pm and feature hors d’oeuvres and live music by Three Sheets to the Wind. Attendees will be able to […]
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Server of the Week: Mandy Plaszkiewicz @ Door County Coffee & Tea Co.
The one summer activity Mandy cannot forsake Is hanging out with her friends at the beach at Clark Lake On her well-earned day off; it’s her way to relax After serving her customers all sorts of snacks. A Sevastopol senior, her high school career’s almost complete But in the meantime, she’s going to go […]
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Rusty Wheel Garden Art Sold at Rusty Tractor Café
Jon Vander Bloomen will sell the last remaining of his rusty sculptures at The Rusty Tractor Café. Shortly after moving near Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest, Bloomen took skills that he cultivated throughout his life – from watching his father in his shop to carving marble in the ‘70s to learning welding in high school – to […]
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Renaissance Faire, Lumberjacks & More Weekend Plans
This busy holiday weekend is chock-full of activities for adventurers of all types. Delve into the county’s geographic past, dance the night away at Fishstock or discover some of the best beers on the peninsula. Curious about Fourth of July firework and parade schedules? Find them here. Friday, July 1 Beer & Burger Trolley Tour […]
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Seven Fest Weekend: June 25 – 26, 2016
Tis the weekend of festivals in Door County! Whether you’re a wino, lover of olde things or new, cardboard boat connoisseur, Renaissance re-enactor or stand-up paddleboard yogi, there’s a festival for you on the peninsula. Olde Ellison Bay Days Friday, June 24 – Sunday, June 26 The 50th annual festival offers fun for the whole […]
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Salsa Dancing Available Across Door County
Salsa with J-Ro is the premier provider of ballroom, wedding, salsa and Latin dance classes in Door County. Located in Sturgeon Bay, Salsa with J-Ro offers both private and group dance classes for individuals, couples and groups of all sizes. On Sundays, “Salsa Under the Stars” at Harbour Village Resort in Carlsville. There will be […]
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Big Prize Available for Door County Coffee’s Recipe Contest
Door County Coffee will hold its third annual recipe contest, and they’re excited to announce the winning recipe will be a “preferred qualifier” to participate in this year’s 2016 World Food Championships in Orange Beach, Alabama. “Our recipe contest winner will receive one year of free coffee sent to their home each month, plus be […]
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Door Peninsula Winery Wins Gold at Finger Lakes International Wine Competition
Door Peninsula Winery has won three new medals for their wines, including a gold metal for Blackberry Wine. The 2016 Finger Lakes International Wine Competition awarded Door Peninsula Winery’s Blackberry Wine with a gold medal, and Cranberry Wine and Sunset Splash (a white, tropical blend) each with silver medals. The 16th annual Finger Lakes International […]
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Door County Distillery’s Single-Malt Whisky Wins Gold at Tasting
Door County Distillery won a Double Gold medal for its Single Malt Whisky from The Fifty Best. The Fifty Best recently hosted its first ever American Single Malt Whisky Tasting, where contenders were evaluated for the distinguished “Best American Whisky” awards for 2016. Using professional criteria, The Fifty Best’s panel of judges blind-tasted the single […]
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Bistro 42 to Close to Make Room for Door County Distillery
Door County Distillery is expanding to meet rising demand, and to make room for the expansion they are closing Bistro 42 restaurant at 5806 Hwy. 42 in Carlsville. Bistro 42 will be permanently closed after 10 years in business. The expansion will include a second still and barrel storage area with viewing windows, plus a […]
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New J. P. Express BP to Open Feb. 5 with $1.04/Gallon Gas
J. P. Express BP, a $1.5 million gas station and convenience store, has opened at the intersection of Hwy. 42 and Monument Point Road in the town of Egg Harbor. Parvinder Jandu, president of Jandu Petroleum, retained Bachmann Construction, Madison, as the general contractor. The store is open 5 am – 10 pm. Beginning May […]
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Buy Peppermint Mocha to Benefit United Way
For every Peppermint Bark Mocha sold at Door County Coffee & Tea in December, 50 cents will be donated to the United Way. The donated funds will go toward meeting United Way’s Annual Campaign need for 2015. United Way of Door County’s mission is to empower people to build better lives. They focus their efforts […]
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Server of the Week: Hayley Eaton of Door Peninsula Winery
Not sure which type of wine Is best when it’s time to holiday dine? Stop in at Door Peninsula Winery to see Hayley Who dishes out wine advice on the daily. Along with advice comes a good dose of laughter Providing a good experience is what she’s after. Being a mama to Mara […]
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Door County Distillery Introduces Some New Spirits
Door County Distillery introduces two new spirits: Java Infusion and Barrel Finished Gin. Java Infusion is a rich, warm combination of Door County Distillery’s neutral grain spirit and locally roasted coffee from Door County Coffee & Tea. It has a deep chocolate color that’s slightly opaque and aromas of sweet cocoa bean, nuts, and caramel. […]
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Dale Kumbalek: Door County’s Local Luthier
When Dale Kumbalek was a kid, one of his favorite trees served a dual purpose as a jungle gym and mini-maple syrup factory. Little did he know that as an adult in Door County, pieces of that tree would make their way into his woodworking shop and leave as a beautiful, one-of-a-kind, hand-built guitar. It […]
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Kurtz Corral: A Door County Treat Since 1960
Lloyd Kurtz, grandfather of Jimmy Kurtz, the current owner of Kurtz Corral, was a horse trader who made his first trade at age 14 with a band of traveling gypsies. He loved horses and never thought a few were enough. The roots of Kurtz Corral go back 55 years to a small pony ring in […]