Area: Door County
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Travelogue Brings ‘America’s Parklands’ Filmmaker to Sister Bay
Traveling is a favorite pastime among many of Door County’s residents, not only for those who get behind the wheel or book flights and cruises, but for armchair travelers as well. This month’s Kiwanis/Rotary Travelogue America’s Parklands by the award-winning filmmaker Gray Warriner will take that latter group to parks throughout the United States, all […]
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Woodwalk Gallery Enters New Hands
Andrew Seefeldt jokes that the first change people will see at Woodwalk Gallery when the season opens May 1 will be a billboard in front of the rustic gallery-venue-concert space: “Answer to the first question: We’re not changing anything.” It has been a well-rehearsed line for Seefeldt and his wife, Jillaine Burton, since the couple […]
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Play in Sheepshead Tournament to Raise Funds for Tree Plantings
The Forest Recovery Project is once again hosting a tree planting fundraiser in the form of a sheepshead tournament at Door County Brewing Company in Baileys Harbor. Cards for Trees is scheduled for March 20 at 1 pm. This event is raising money to buy trees for a collaborative “Dig Door County” public tree planting […]
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Nominate A Lake Michigan Champion of Conservation
It’s time to nominate a favorite Lake Michigan Champion of Conservation for the annual 2016 Lake Michigan Champions of Conservation Awards, sponsored by the Lake Michigan Stakeholders. This environmental award program recognizes and honors the outstanding achievements in four categories: individuals, businesses, community organizations and policymakers. Nominations are open to any group, program, organization, business, […]
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Door County YMCA and Senior Resource Center Partner for Aging Mastery Program
The Door County YMCA and The Senior Resource Center are partnering to offer a 10-week health and wellness program to residents 55 and above. The program is called the Aging Mastery Program (AMP) and was developed by the National Council of Aging and has proven successful at helping older adults age well. There is an […]
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Weight Loss Highlighted in Center for Optimal Health Seminar
The Center for Optimal Health will host a couple of seminars in the final weeks of March. On March 22, “7 Keys to Optimal Health” will be held. Do you have questions about functional health? Would you like to know how you can make little changes every day to become a more optimal you? Come […]
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Door County High Schoolers Invited to Washington Island Writing Program
Write On, Door County announces a special daylong program for Door County high school students with young adult author Liza Wiemer. On May 15, selected students will travel to Washington Island to get a behind-the-scenes look at Wiemer’s novel, Hello?, as well as take part in a variety of writing and art activities. In November […]
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Donate Items to T.J. Walker Middle School’s Community Rummage Sale
On March 26, 8 am – 3 pm, T. J. Walker Middle School in Sturgeon Bay will hold its fourth annual Community Rummage Sale. All proceeds will go toward financial need scholarships for eighth grade students attending the Washington D.C. trip. Please consider donating some of your used items for the rummage sale. It is […]
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Gluten Intolerance is Next Topic for Coffee with the Doc
Gluten intolerance is the next topic for Coffee with the Doc on March 26, 10 am – 12 pm, at Glas Coffeehouse in Sturgeon Bay. Have you experienced fatigue, bloating or irritability after eating certain foods? The problem may be related to gluten intolerance. Dr. Zac Paul will offer gluten-free suggestions for you and your […]
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Gibraltar School’s Early Childhood Screening Scheduled for April 25
Gibraltar School will hold early childhood screening on April 25. Your child must be 3 or 4 years old by April 25, 2016 to participate in this screening. Contact Mari Grenchik (920.868.3284 ext. 258, [email protected]) to schedule an appointment. There is no fee for this screening to evaluate your child’s thinking, language and motor skills. […]
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Gibraltar’s Girl Scout Troop Earns First Aid Badge at Sturgeon Bay Visits
Girl Scout Troop 4369 from Gibraltar Area Schools recently spent the day in Sturgeon Bay earning their First Aid Badge. A trip to the Door County Justice Center and Ministry Door County Medical Center (MDCMC) provided a wealth of information and great learning experiences. The girls were thrilled to work with a deputy to learn […]
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Sturgeon Bay High School Announces 2016 NHS Inductees
Students were inducted into the Sturgeon Bay High School chapter of the National Honor Society at the annual candlelight ceremony on March 7. Those students are: Emily Ash, Lauren Gordon, Madeline Schopf, Allison Alberts, Allison Bridenhagen, Andrew Burkart, James Dickson, Liam Herbst, Grace Hubbard, Nathan LeRoy, Morgan Nelson, Thomas Renfrew, Megan Richard, Ashley Sternard, Jared […]
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Neighbor to Neighbor of Door County Receives Grant for Emergency Room Loan Program
The Door County Community Foundation has awarded Neighbor to Neighbor Volunteer Caregivers of Door County, Inc. a Sustainability Grant from the John and Nell Herlache Community Impact Fund and the Elizabeth “Betty” Lawrence Memorial Fund. This grant supports their Emergency Room Loan Program. The Emergency Room Loan Program makes Door County safer for the vulnerable […]
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U.S. Cellular Supports Youth Groups through Community Connections Program
U.S. Cellular recently announced that it is continuing its “Community Connections” program for the second consecutive year to support local youth organizations. Last year, the company sponsored more than 700 school groups and youth sports teams through a partnership with Pear, an online platform that connects local brands with local community needs. Academic and athletic […]
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Unity Hospice Receives Grant for CommUnity Care Program
Unity Hospice has been awarded a $10,000 grant from the Greater Green Bay Community Foundation to help fund hospice room & board at the Jack and Engrid Meng Residence for individuals 60 years and older who have limited or absent financial resources. As hospice stays are largely unfunded by Medicare, Medicaid and private insurance, the […]
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Ecology to Reopen in New Location April 15
Along with streamlining its name to Ecology, Ecology Sports begins a new chapter in its 44-year history on April 2, when the retail store closes its doors for business at its historic Sister Bay Old Town Hall location to reopen them on April 15 at 10740 North Bay Shore Drive, also in Sister Bay. Base […]
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Build Your Brand with Lott Communications
Lott Communications, LLC is open for business. The new Sturgeon Bay company, led by Katie Lott, principal, provides public relations, marketing and communications services to help local businesses build their brands. Lott brings her diverse experience, proven writing skills and love of people and their stories to her work. “I’m excited to bring a fresh, […]
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Chris Milligan Named SBAA Coordinator
The Sister Bay Advancement Association (SBAA) and their Board of Directors are pleased to introduce Christopher Milligan as their new coordinator. A resident of Sister Bay, Milligan is a past board member of the SBAA, has worked in the Sister Bay information center and has also served on the Sister Bay Economic Development Committee. Milligan, […]
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Dan Ariens Keynotes DCEDC’s Annual Investors Meeting
The Door County Economic Development Corporation (DCEDC) announces Dan Ariens will be the keynote speaker for their annual investors meeting and luncheon on April 7 at the Stone Harbor Resort and Conference Center in Sturgeon Bay. Ariens is president and CEO of Ariens Company. His remarks will address “Growing a Workforce in Rural Wisconsin.” He […]
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Peninsula Pulse Seeks 2016 Arts & Entertainment Intern
Looking for some experience? The Peninsula Pulse seeks an Arts & Entertainment Intern for the 2016 season! Position: Arts & Entertainment Internship Application Closing Date: March 25, 2016 Description: The Peninsula Pulse is an independent newspaper in Door County, Wisconsin, one of the most popular tourist destinations in the Midwest. The paper is the area’s […]