Category: Education
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Improv Workshop at Lost Moth Gallery
Sue Demel from Sons of the Never Wrong presents “Vocal Improvisation for Singer-Songwriters,” an improvisation workshop designed specifically for singer-songwriters. Demel loves to teach singers to revel in the possibilities of their voices, and she has the vocal abilities to practice what she teaches. Demel will share improv tips and tricks for live performances as […]
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Family histories are often found in the pages of old photo albums, passed down at family functions or in the cotton swab of a genealogical DNA test. Chicagoan Deb Lindahl, on the other hand, decided to capture her family history in a quilt, and she’s showing it at Ephraim Moravian Church with her program called […]
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Young Musician Studies at Birch Creek
Collin Grota, a talented young musician from Sturgeon Bay, spent the week of June 17-23 studying at Birch Creek Music Performance Center. Grota, a student at Southern Door Middle School, was among 22 other musicians from throughout the country to attend the Percussion & Steel Band session at Birch Creek. This prestigious academy has a […]
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‘Harvey Haen’ History Hour in Egg Harbor
On July 18, the Egg Harbor Historical Society continues their History Hour programs with a presentation on Egg Harbor’s Harvey Haen, owner with his wife Helen of “Harbor Service” from 1942-1979. A gas station and fix-it shop before self service came along, a local distributor of not only gas but up-to-date news. Harvey, “Mr. Fix-It,” […]
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DCMC Awards $36,000 in Local Scholarships
The Door County Medical Center Auxiliary awarded $36,000 in scholarships this year to Door County and Algoma High School graduates and prior graduates who are currently enrolled in medical programs. These scholarships were awarded to applicants who are committed, passionate and caring about the medical profession and were able to articulate that passion. Each recipient […]
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Taxidermist at Door County Historical Museum
Master taxidermist Mike Orthober visits the Door County Historical Museum on July 14, 10 am – 4 pm. Orthober designed and built the museum’s nature diorama. He will mount a new bird for the exhibit and talk about the art and science of taxidermy. Orthober, of Egg Harbor, is well known in the taxidermy field, […]
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UW-Green Bay Student Earns Peninsula State Park Research Grant
University of Wisconsin-Green Bay student Rebecca Malcore was selected as the Friends of Peninsula State Park’s grant recipient. Pursuing a degree in Human Biology and Biology, Malcore is focusing on orchid research efforts in Peninsula State Park as part of a broader analysis of orchid conservation in Northeast Wisconsin. Her study aims to characterize the […]
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Waseda Farms Scholarship Continues Reach
The reach – and resulting impact – of the Thomas H. Lutsey-Waseda Farms Scholarship continues to expand in Wisconsin after 33 years. Three of the four recipients this year are the first graduating high school students from their respective schools to be selected for the Thomas H. Lutsey-Waseda Farms Scholarship. To be considered for the […]
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Korrina Ervin Earns UUF Scholarship
Korrina Ervin, a senior from Washington Island High School, is the 2018 recipient of the Unitarian Universalist Fellowship (UUF) of Door County’s Social Justice Scholarship for $1,000. Ervin was selected in recognition of her deep commitment to social justice both in her personal life and in her community. In her dedication at home as a […]
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Are you interested in astronomy and learning more about our universe? Curious about Newport State Park, the International Dark Sky Park? Do you live in, visit or vacation in Northern Door? Calling astronomy enthusiasts of all levels. Northern Door residents are looking to put together a group of like-minded astronomers who are interested in exploring, […]
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Creative Kids Day at Northern Sky
For more than a decade, Northern Sky Theater has offered Creative Kids Day, a day dedicated to children and teens interested in learning more about what it means to be part of a professional musical theater troupe. Youth have the opportunity to look behind the scenes, play theater games, join in on cast sing-a-longs, and […]
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Scientific Storytelling of Great Lakes
From July 15-20, Lawrence University’s Björklunden offers two seminars: “Can Europe’s Center Hold in the Age of Trump?” with Jon Greenwald and Todd Becker and “Our Freshwater Future: The Ecology, Economics, and Politics of the Great Lakes” with Peter Levi and Titus Seilheimer. “Can Europe’s Center Hold in the Age of Trump?”examines the causes of […]
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Artist Gary Chaudoir at Corner of the Past
Sister Bay Historical Society’s Heritage Program on July 7 features artist Gary Chaudoir. He will display his work at the Corner of the Past, 1½ miles south of Sister Bay at 10310 Fieldcrest Road, from 8:30 until noon. Chaudoir has been working in stained glass in northern Door County since 1978 and in fused glass […]
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Family programs are offered at Crossroads at Big Creek on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays at 10 am during July and August. These naturalist-led activities are rewarding for learners of all ages because nature is full of unexpected and miraculous events. “Gift of the Glaciers” is the topic on July 10. Discover how the Great Lakes […]
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The Door County Historical Society (DCHS) is hosting a temporary exhibit, Chenille Bedspreads: From Rummage to Treasure. The exhibit is held in the Village Chapel at the Heritage Village at Big Creek through July 14. What started as a donation of several old linens to the DCHS for its annual rummage sale evolved into a […]
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‘Traveling Down the Tracks’ Yesteryear Program
The Door County Historical Society hosts its yesteryear program “Traveling down the Tracks,” a double feature presentation on June 30, 1 pm in the Collins Learning Center at Crossroads at Big Creek in Sturgeon Bay. The double feature combines the culture of local train history and original folk theater. Northern Sky Theater favorites Jeff Herbst […]
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Programs with Ephraim Historical Foundation
Summer brings a variety of free Ephraim Historical Foundation (EHF) programs, including Sunday SingAlongs, History Speaks, Schoolroom Lessons and Child’s Play. A local and visitor favorite, Sunday SingAlongs bring families and friends together in the Ephraim Village Hall for an hour of music and song. SingAlongs are held at 7:30 pm every Sunday now through […]
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Southern Door Students Receive Cellcom Scholarships
Cellcom has selected 16 graduating high school seniors from across its service area to receive $750 scholarships, including Meghan LaCrosse and Jared Baudhuin of Southern Door High School. “Our scholarship application emphasizes community involvement, which is a core value of our business. Each of our recipients has gone above and beyond in the community to […]
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School Greenhouse Project Needs a Little More Green
Sturgeon Bay High School needs just a few more dollars to get the greenlight on their new greenhouse. An effort that began more than a year ago is now coming to fruition with all aspects of building the greenhouse now finalized. A final call for donations to close a gap in funds was sent out […]
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Eagle Bluff Light Station Yesteryear Program
The Door County Historical Society will host its Saturday afternoon yesteryear program “150 Years at Eagle Bluff Light Station,” presented by Society Member Ed Miller on June 23, 1 pm in the Collins Learning Center at Crossroads at Big Creek. Dressed in costume as lighthouse keeper William Duclon, Miller will share the history of Eagle […]