Area: Sister Bay
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Arlene M. Hedeen, 90, of Sister Bay, passed away at Scandia Village in Sister Bay, WI on Friday September 2, 2016. She was born on July 14, 1926 to Reynold and Marian (Brown) Eytcheson at Rice Lake, WI. Arlene graduated from Rice Lake High School in 1944 and attended nursing training in Madison, WI. She […]
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Observe 9/11 Day by Donating Blood at Local Blood Drives
The American Red Cross supports 9/11 Day by offering the community an opportunity to honor those who lost their lives and the heroes who responded after the tragic events of Sept. 11. Those who would like to observe 9/11 Day by donating blood or platelets are encouraged to make an appointment at one of the […]
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Florence Thomas Celebrated 100th Birthday Sept. 1
Florence Thomas celebrated her 100th birthday party on Sept. 1 at First Baptist Church in Sister Bay, where she has the honor of being the oldest parishioner. Relatives from as far away as Oregon, Texas, North Dakota, Minnesota and Michigan turned up for the event. Four generations are pictured with Florence – her son, Howard […]
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Door County Maritime Museum Holds Autumn Lighthouse Fest with Tours
Reacting to the popularity of the Door County Lighthouse Festival each June and a positive response to last October’s first installment of an abbreviated Autumn Door County Lighthouse Festival, the Door County Maritime Museum (DCMM) is again offering some of its most popular tours Columbus Day weekend. Reservations are now being taken for these nautical […]
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Faces – Old and New is the next exhibit at the Meadows Art Gallery at Scandia Village in Sister Bay. Returning and new artists to the Meadows will bring new works of art for this exhibit. The Meadows Gallery’s mission is to be “artists helping artists.” The Meadows wishes to display and support Door County […]
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An ARTrageous Benefit for the Women’s Fund
The Women’s Fund of Door County invites the community to the 2nd annual “ARTrageous Benefit” featuring the works of more than 70 recognized Door County women artists. The one-day exhibit and opportunity to purchase art at the ARTrageous price of $99 will benefit the Women’s Fund granting programs, which fund initiatives that support women and […]
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Craig Blietz Selected for “Birds in Art” Exhibition
An array of fresh perspectives and artistic insights by 112 worldwide artists comprises the internationally renowned 2016 Birds in Art exhibition, Sept. 10 – Nov. 27, at the Leigh Yawkey Woodson Art Museum in Wausau. Sister Bay’s Craig Blietz is among seven Wisconsin artists to participate in this year’s exhibition. His oil painting “Brahman Topside […]
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Door County League Baseball: Postseason Results and Schedule
Final Regular Season Standings As of Aug. 14 Egg Harbor 12-2 Sister Bay 12-2 Kolberg 10-4 Maplewood 6-8 Washington Island 6-8 West Jacksonport 6-8 Institute 4-10 Baileys Harbor 0-14 Postseason Results Aug. 28 Maplewood 0, Sister Bay 1 Kolberg 0, Egg Harbor 1 Playoff Schedule Sept. 4, 1:30 pm Egg Harbor @ Sister […]
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Letter to the Editor: ‘It Stinks…’ What Do You Think? What You Can Do.
What’s your take on the amount of money spent in politics to influence your vote? How do you feel about the amount of money candidates must raise to get elected? In a recent news article (Advocate 8-13-16), the new 8th District Republican Congressional nominee Mike Gallagher said, “It stinks that you have to raise so […]
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Shepherd of the Bay Hosts Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser for Klaudia Crawford
A fundraiser for Klaudia Crawford, of Klaud’s Kitchen in Sister Bay, will be held Sept. 7, 4:30 – 8 pm, at Shepherd of the Bay Lutheran Church in Ellison Bay. The fundraiser is a spaghetti dinner and silent auction. An account has been established at North Shore Bank in Sister Bay to assist Klaudia with […]
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Upcoming Blood Drives in Luxemburg, Algoma and Sister Bay
The American Red Cross urges eligible donors to give blood to help ensure a sufficient blood supply for patients throughout the summer. Upcoming blood drives will be held Sept. 12, 1-6 pm, a St. John Lutheran Church in Luxemburg; Sept. 13, 1-6 pm, at the Algoma Youth Club in Algoma; and Sept. 15, 11 am […]
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Acupuncture is Next Topic at Community Health Information Program
Northern Door Health & Wellness Ministry continues its Community Health Information Programs with an upcoming presentation on “Understanding Acupuncture and Other Non-Surgical Treatments of Pain” on Sept. 18 at 4 pm at First Baptist Church in Sister Bay. Orthopedic Surgeon Dr. Bill Moore will provide some of the history and science of acupuncture and other […]
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Learn to Use CPR & AED at Sister Bay/Liberty Grove Fire Station
The Sister Bay & Liberty Grove Fire Department is partnering with the American Safety & Health Institute to offer classes to educate the community in the proper use of CPR/AED. The class will be held Sept. 22, 6-10 pm. All classes are being offered at the Sister Bay Fire Station on Mill Road. The cost […]
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Open Call for Fall Fest Parade Float Entries
With more activities throughout Fall Fest weekend, the Saturday parade will become a greater focus for this, the festival’s 71st year. This is an open call for any and all parade floats. Participation is free, and there will be a trophy awarded for best float. The parade will take place Oct. 15 at 11 am. […]
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Music, Words and Almost-Free-Beer
The Patience Band of Minneapolis will perform at a Sept. 12 fundraiser for two well-known local nonprofits, Write On, Door County and Door County Secret Santa. Scheduled for 7:30 pm in the Sister Bay Village Hall, the Music, Words and Almost-Free-Beer Fundraiser features music by The Patience Band and a spoken-word performance by Max Garland, […]
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Celebrate International Literacy Day with Literacy Door County
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 […]
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Draw Doco Silent Auction Benefits Community
Draw Doco presents a figurative drawing and painting exhibition at Base Camp Coffee Bar through Sept. 6. Come celebrate the human body while helping others in your community. Artwork will be up for silent auction. Half of the proceeds will be donated to Klaudia Crawford. The group show features local creatives who attend Draw Doco’s […]
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The Sharrows, Marina Fest & More Weekend Plans
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, […]