Area: Sturgeon Bay
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Rogue Theater’s Summer Children’s Theater Camp
To help bring dreams to life for children in the community, Rogue Theater has created a Children’s Theater Camp. Rogue’s dedicated performing artists will work with young people to not only develop their theater arts skills, but also to increase their creativity – a key factor in lifelong success. Students will explore creativity and build […]
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Third Avenue Presents: “Velvet Gentleman”
Now through June 4, Velvet Gentleman is on stage at Third Avenue Playhouse (TAP) in Sturgeon Bay. Velvet Gentleman, created and performed by TAP Co-artistic Director James Valcq, is a colorful journey into the mind and music of the witty and eccentric composer Erik Satie whose music ranges from the comically bizarre to the hauntingly […]
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Whitefish Dunes State Park Celebrates 50 Years
The Friends of Whitefish Dunes will host a 50th anniversary event on July 14, 11 am to 1:30 pm, that celebrates the park and honors those who have worked on behalf of the park since 1967. Live music will be performed by Last Man Standing bluegrass band. Artists Lynn Gilchrist, Barbara Shakal and Mac Schueppert […]
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Wildlife Biennial Celebrates Artists’ Fascination with Living Creatures
The Miller Art Museum in downtown Sturgeon Bay is scheduled to open its newest exhibition on June 3 – sculpture, paintings and drawings by 44 regional artists from across Wisconsin – in its Wildlife Biennial XVIII. The exhibition will be open to the public from June 3 to July 18 with a free public reception […]
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Steel Bridge Songfest Takes Over Sturgeon Bay June 8-11
From June 8-11, this picturesque Door County community will once again rock to the original music of Steel Bridge Songfest. More than 130 songwriters and bands from across the country will perform at the event, held at nine indoor and outdoor venues. Confirmed acts include Brett Newski, who was recently named “Best Singer Songwriter” at […]
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Wave Point Enhances Television Quality
Just in time for the start of the popular summer season, local DISH regional service provider WeConnectTM has taken its expertise for connecting satellite television in homes, businesses and major public institutions to a Door County hot spot. The company recently installed a DISH smartboxTM system to deliver satellite TV with an enhanced viewing experience […]
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Isadoora Theatre Company Starts Playwrights’ Collective
Isadoora Theatre Company announces the start of Isadoora’s Playwrights’ Collective. This collective is open to anyone in the area who is interested and has written a play (or film script) of any length (anything from 10 minutes to a full-length or a work-in-progress, regardless of whether it’s ever been read or produced), or anyone who’s […]
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County Hosts Open Houses for John Miles County Park Planning
The Door County Parks and Land Use Services Departments are in the process of developing a recreational plan for the John Miles County Park (previously “Door County Fair Park”). Open house meetings have been scheduled to tour the grounds, present information regarding the planning process, and gather input from participants. All meetings will start at […]
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Fabulous Fine Art at Sturgeon Bay Fair
Bring creativity and prepare to paint at this year’s Sturgeon Bay Fine Art Fair, May 27-28, on the water in Sunset Park in downtown Sturgeon Bay. Guests are invited to decorate and take home a 16” wooden sturgeon or learn how to screenprint with a commemorative bandana. Browse and buy some of the best original […]
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Brick Lot Pub & Grill Summer Kick Off Event
Bring the whole family for a fun-filled afternoon of great music and food for Brick Lot Pub & Grill’s summer kick off event on May 27, 2-7 pm. There’s no cover; burgers, corn and beer (IDs will be checked and wristbands given to those over 21) will be served. The two bands performing are Stephen […]
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Memorial Day Weekend Hikes at Crossroads Relocated
On the Friday and Saturday of Memorial Day weekend, the Collins Learning Center at Crossroads of Big Creek will be closed so people can participate in the Door County Festival of Nature and the Master Gardener Plant Sale. The profits of the plant sale help underwrite the Master Gardener Lecture Series which brings color to […]
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Opening Reception at Margaret Lockwood Gallery
Margaret Lockwood Gallery in Sturgeon Bay hosts its traditional season opening reception on May 28, 2-5 pm. Featured are ethereal landscapes and tryptics by Lockwood, jewelry by Angela Lensch and Skye Ciesla, ceramics by Renee’ Schwaller, large-scale sculptures by Dan Bresnahan, and mobiles by Steven Haas. Music will be provided by Cathy Grier (the NYC […]
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Obituary: Charles Arthur Richard
Charles Arthur Richard, 92, of Sturgeon Bay, died May 22, 2017 at Anna’s Healthcare CBRF. He was born December 28, 1924 in Egg Harbor, the son of Walter F. and Elizabeth (Sarter) Richard and attended school in Egg Harbor. Chuck was united in marriage to Genevieve Jannet Cartwright on May 19, 1945 in Gladstone, Mich. and […]
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Edward Lee Ireland, 74, of Sturgeon Bay, died May 21, 2017, at Door County Medical Center-Skilled Nursing Facility. He was born on March 3, 1943, in Oskaloosa, IA to George and Meta (Ankeney) Ireland. On February 12, 1977, he married Margo Purdy in Madison. Ed and his wife Margo, owned and operated the Kentucky Fried […]
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Upcoming Training Sessions on Dementia Management
Anna Zahorik will provide general training sessions on dementia at the Door County Senior and Community Center located on 14th Ave. in Sturgeon Bay. The first session is May 31, 12:45 – 2:45 pm, and the second session is June 6, 12:45 – 2:45 pm. This training is from the curriculum at the University of […]
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Humane Society Hosts “Understanding K-9 Behavior” May 31
The Door County Humane Society, located at 3475 Park Drive, Sturgeon Bay, will host a seminar titled “Understanding K-9 Behavior” presented by Ron Maloney of Peninsula Dog Training. This class will take place May 31 at 6:30 pm and June 3 at 10 am. This behavioral seminar will be of interest to pet owners who […]
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June Joanne Hartel, 80, of Sturgeon Bay, was called Home to be with the Lord, Tuesday afternoon, May 16, 2017 at Algoma Long Term Care with her family at her side. June and her family had dealt with her Alzheimer’s disease for over 17 years. She was born June 21, 1936 at Seul Choix Lighthouse […]
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Sturgeon Bay Open Bass Tournament 2017 Results
The 27th annual Sturgeon Bay Open Bass Tournament was held May 19 & 20 in the water around Sturgeon Bay. This year’s winners are Dave Bennett and Mark Libitka with a total weight of smallmouth bass of 50.85 pounds. The Sturgeon Bay Open Bass Tournament (SBOBT) holds two tournaments throughout the year, both hosted in […]
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Sturgeon Bay Police Participate in Click It or Ticket Campaign June 4
The Sturgeon Bay Police Department will join hundreds of other law enforcement agencies throughout Wisconsin for the annual Click It or Ticket safety belt enforcement campaign running now to June 4. Chief Arleigh Porter says, “Whether you’re a driver or a passenger, wearing a safety belt is the single most important step you can take […]
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UW-Extension Summer Field Day May 30
On May 30, 1-4pm, UW-Extension will have a summer field day at the Olson Family Farms, 580 County S, Sturgeon Bay. UW-Extension state specialists and county agriculture agents will present on observations and recommendations for controlling multiple pests that may be an issue this year, including insects, plant diseases and herbicide-resistant weeds. Live plants will […]