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  • Obituary: Barbara Kenyon

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    Barbara Kenyon of Fish Creek died Aug. 29 peacefully with her family close by after an 11-year battle with cancer. She was born on January 18, 1939 in Chicago to Helen and Henry. Barbara attended the American Academy of Art in Chicago and spent 38 years as a graphic designer. She honed her oil and watercolor […]

  • Golf League Results: Aug. 8 – 25

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    ALPINE   Alpine Women’s Golf League (Aug. 23) Event – Longest Drive in Fairway, Red #2: A Flight – Diane Hanley; B Flight – Sharon DuJardin; C Flight – Mady Ferdinand; D Flight – Joan Pleuss. Low Score: A Flight – Mary Aiken 41; B Flight – Sharon DuJardin 48; C Flight – Mady Ferdinand […]

  • Celebrate International Literacy Day with Literacy Door County

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    Sept. 8 of this year marks the 50th anniversary of International Literacy Day. The United Nations Education, Scientific and Cultural Organization celebrates this day and is dedicated to improving rates of literacy through “inclusive and equitable quality education” and “lifelong learning opportunities” for people throughout the world. Literacy Door County, Inc. (LDC) is a part […]

  • September is Busy Month at DCAL Gallery

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    September is an action-packed month at The Gallery of the Door County Art League (DCAL). There’s the 30th Anniversary Showcase, Taste of the Top at the Top of the Hill Shops, demonstrations and sales. Kicking off the month as artists of the week are Mary Collette and Barbara Timmerman. Mitch Heinrichs, DCAL vice president, is […]

  • Floral Acrylics at Hillside Inn of Ephraim

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    Expressive floral painter Nancy K. Sargent brings her colorful canvases to The Hillside Inn of Ephraim in September. Sargent’s original acrylic paintings will be displayed in the first floor lobby area of the newly reopened historic inn. Born and raised in Fish Creek, Sargent has had a long history in the arts, teaching art at […]

  • Cappaert to Demo Cold Wax Painting Sept. 4

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    Edgewood Orchard Galleries will host an Exhibit VI opening reception on Sept. 3, 4 – 7 pm. The exhibit features the artwork of painters Ginnie Cappaert, Susan Hale and Jonathan Wilde, and jeweler Deborah Bushinski. The artists will speak about their artwork at 5 pm in the gallery courtyard. Wine and hors d’oeuvres will be […]

  • The Sharrows, Marina Fest & More Weekend Plans

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    Labor Day Weekend is upon us, and with it comes incredible chances to take in Door County’s vibrant art, music and people. Guffaw your way through a hilarious fall comedy, gear up for some outrageous karaoke, or get your hands on some beautifully quilted pieces. Friday, Sept. 2 Opening Reception Step into The Hardy Gallery, […]

  • Framed: Celebrate Graduation

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    Dante, Theo, Guthrie, Alex, Louisa, Erik, Niko, Trey, Wynne, Greta, Lilah, Nora and Camilla gathered for a photo-op to help Chris Harrison of Fish Creek celebrate his graduation from UW –Green Bay. Harrison finished with honors in the field of Health Information Management & Technology — a dream he didn’t let go of for 25 […]

  • The Kitchens File: Environmental Disaster

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    On Wednesday, August 3, Lynn Utesch, Kewaunee County candidate for Wisconsin’s 1st Assembly District, traveled to Ashland, WI to testify before the Natural Resources Board on behalf of every citizen in our district, speaking to the present and persistent public health emergency regarding contaminated water in Kewaunee County. July 28, 2016 marked the 5th anniversary […]

  • Gibraltar Votes: What is a Town Elector?

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    Electors in the Town of Gibraltar will vote on the purchase of a $1.4 million property to expand the Fish Creek Beach on Aug. 31 at 7 pm at a special town meeting. After U.S. District Judge James Peterson ruled 2011 changes to voter ID law unconstitutional at the end of July 2016, the Pulse […]

  • Manners Matter: Audience Members Are Too Noisy

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    Dear Mary Pat,   You have probably addressed the issue of noisy audiences in previous columns, but I have to vent. We attended The Full Monty on Aug. 9 and left fuming over the continuous and loud talking from three nearby ladies. The play was absolutely outstanding but we missed much of the dialogue because […]

  • Door County Bridge Invitational Begins Sept. 12

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    One of Fish Creek’s newest seasonal attractions is the upcoming Door County Bridge Invitational, an American Contract Bridge League competition to be held Sept. 12-14, in the Stella Maris Parish in Fish Creek. Tom Young, owner of Gibraltar Grill in Fish Creek, is the event organizer, supported by Barbara Piester, ACBL Sanctioned Certified Director of […]

  • “Hats through the Ages” is Next Gibraltar Talks Program

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    The next Gibraltar Historical Association Gibraltar Talks program is “Hats through the Ages” with guest speaker Ann Sullivan. The program takes place Sept. 1 at 7 pm at Fish Creek’s Old Town Hall. Sullivan will take the audience on a journey back to the 1860s and introduce the hats that might have crossed the threshold […]

  • Eric Lewis Performs Final Show at Fishstock

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    One of Door County’s favorite musicians, Eric Lewis, returns to Door County for the first time in 2016 and to Fishstock for the final show of the season on Sept. 4 at 7 pm. Lewis is a multi-instrumentalist who performs and records with some of the top Memphis artists. In addition to working as a […]

  • Jimmy Davis and Friends Return to Fishstock

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    Jimmy Davis and Friends are back at Fishstock on Aug. 28. The five-time Memphis Male Vocalist of the Year has been a fan favorite at the concert barn for years. A mix of folk, blues, and country, Davis is respected across the country for his songwriting in addition to his vocal talents. Whether fronting a […]

  • Peninsula Players Presents “Alabama Story” Through Sept. 4

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    Peninsula Players Theatre continues its 81st season when it presents the Midwest premiere of Kenneth Jones’ Alabama Story, playing now through Sept. 4. Inspired by actual events in 1959, Alabama Story centers on a fearless, no-nonsense librarian, a vocal segregationist senator and an innocent children’s book. In a parallel story, childhood friends Joshua and Lilly, a […]

  • DCAL Celebrates 30 Years with Gala

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    The Door County Art League (DCAL) will celebrate the 30th anniversary of its founding with a Gala Dinner & Celebration on Sept. 10 at the Birch Creek Music Performance Center. The gala will be held in conjunction with the announcement of the Master Artist, the Annual Showcase and Juried Awards. The evening begins with a […]

  • ‘Art Friends’ Reception at DCAL Gallery

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    Featured artists at The Gallery of the Door County Art League (DCAL) for the week beginning Aug. 27, Kari Anderson and Sherry Mutchler, have found common ground for a friendship inspired by watercolor, glass fusion and a love for Door County. Create a sundae with them at their “Art Friends” reception at the gallery on […]

  • Fort Frances, Mushroom Hike & More Weekend Plans

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    This weekend, take some time to enjoy art of all types. You’ll be blown away once you encounter the culinary creations, contemporary wearable art and thought-provoking theater available to you this final August weekend. Friday, Aug. 26 Fall Harvest Celebration Get some good gear at the rummage sale, silent auctions and raffles while supporting a […]

  • 2017 Fish Creek Winter Festival (Feb. 3 – 5)

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    The 29th annual Fish Creek Winter Festival features a kickball tournament, fireworks, games and much more. Full schedule and details here.