Category: Community
Door County community news from the Peninsula Pulse. Find information about health programs, fundraisers, announcements, and more to keep you in the loop in your community.
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Door County Indivisible to Hold Public Meeting
Door County Indivisible groups will hold a public meeting on May 10 at 6:30 pm at the Bluefront Cafe to discuss what “Indivisible” is all about and how individuals can participate. Indivisible groups consist of resident volunteers who are concerned about the future of our country. There are three groups in Northern, Central and Southern […]
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Public Health Department Offers Mental Health Program May 15
Door County Public Health Department’s Mental Health Focus Group is holding a free community program with Mettie Spiess on May 15, 6 pm, at Stone Harbor Conference Center in Sturgeon Bay. Everyone is welcome; the intended audience is adults and older teens accompanied by adults. Spiess is the 2016 National Alliance of Mental Illness Education […]
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A New Director for Door County Library
The Door County Library marked a new chapter in its 64-year history April 3 when it welcomed Tina Kakuske as its new director. A 23-year veteran of the library world (and former professional classical flutist), Kakuske comes to Door County from her hometown of Beloit, Wisconsin, where her love of literature was nurtured as a […]
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Waking Sleeping Beauty: The Sister Bay Inn
Vilius Vaicekauskas of Sister Bay had driven by the Voyager Inn on Highway 57 hundreds of times. But one winter day, he thought to himself, “This place has potential.” He began telling his wife, Alma, that they should buy it. “After 10 years in the hospitality industry, we wanted to have our own hotel,” he […]
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Volunteers Honored at 15th Golden Heart Celebration
The Volunteer Center of Door County celebrated the 15th Annual Golden Heart Volunteer Celebration “Follow Your Heart,” April 20, 2017. Guests celebrated at the Stone Harbor Resort Ballroom honoring the incredible work of Door County volunteers and the agencies they serve. Award recipients received $500 to donate to a Door County charity of their choice […]
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National Shrine of Our Lady of Good Help Holds Walk to Mary Pilgrimage
For centuries, the Catholic Church has celebrated May as the Month of Mary and the tradition continues this May at the National Shrine of Our Lady of Good Help in Champion. It all begins with the Walk to Mary pilgrimage on May 6. The fifth annual event starts at the National Shrine of St. Joseph […]
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Prince of Peace Hosts Music Therapy Presentation
The Healing Power of Music, a music therapy presentation, will be held May 5, 1-3 pm, at Prince of Peace Lutheran Church, 1756 Michigan St., Sturgeon Bay. Take a music journey and hear why different types of music resonate with people and how music can help those with specific conditions such as Alzheimer’s, Parkinsonʼs Disease, […]
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How Chambers Island Got Its Name
When I mentioned to a member of the Chambers Island Association that we were featuring island namesake Col. Talbot Chambers in this issue, she jokingly suggested we create an alternate history. Why? Because Chambers’ life is a sad story of the rise and fall of someone who might have gone down in American history as […]
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Door County Habitat for Humanity Seeks Crafters and Artists
Door County Habitat for Humanity is seeking crafters, artists and DIY-ers to help with the ReClaim for a Cause fundraiser on June 22. People can select a piece from the ReStore or take something they have, and refinish, repurpose or restore it. Turn a dresser into a bar, a door into a table, or turn […]
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DCMC Accepts New Patients as of April 1
As of April 1, Drs. Kelton Reitz and Richard Hogan, along with Dr. Paul Board, began accepting new patients into their practices at the Door County Medical Center (DCMC) Clinic in Sturgeon Bay. Each physician will partner with a nurse practitioner to better serve patients and ensure that doctors are free to handle critical issues, […]
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Jacksonport Farmers Market to Start mid-May
Jacksonport will have a farmers market this year and it’s scheduled to begin May 16. Local growers find that they have early varieties and look forward to greeting regular customers as soon as they will have produce available. The Jacksonport Farmers Market will be held at Lakeside Park on Tuesday mornings. It’ll be held through […]
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57th Annual Garden Walk Scheduled for Late July
The 57th annual Door County House and Garden Walk is scheduled for July 25, 9 am – 5 pm. This event is hosted by the Door County Medical Center Auxiliary. This year, in addition to the wonderful array of homes and gardens, they will have some new activities to make the event even more enjoyable. […]
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Catholic Financial Life Chapter 213 Event Supports Local Charity
Catholic Financial Life Chapter 213 – Sturgeon Bay hosted the St. Patrick’s Day Fling on March 17 in Sturgeon Bay. The event raised funds to support Neighbor to Neighbor Volunteer Caregivers of Door County, with matching funds from Catholic Financial Life’s Corporate Office. For more information call 920.743.7800.
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Hope United Welcomes Scholar-in-Residence, David Gottlieb
On May 1, Hope United Church of Christ in Sturgeon Bay will welcome David Gottlieb as its second Scholar-in-Residence. Gottlieb is currently a PhD candidate at the University of Chicago Divinity School. In addition to his doctoral studies, he is the co-founder and executive director of Full Circle Communities, Inc., a not-for-profit developer of affordable […]
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Join the Gibraltar Baseball Team for Annual Fundraiser and Bone Marrow Registry Event
“Give a spit” and join Seth Johnson at the Gibraltar baseball team’s annual fish fry fundraiser and Be The Match bone marrow registry event. Seth is paying it forward in honor of his friend Bo Johnson’s (would be) 18th birthday. He would like people to join the “Be The Match” bone marrow registry. Come give […]
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Hainesville Lutheran Church Hosts Salad Lunch Fundraiser
The annual Hainesville Lutheran Church Salad Lunch will be held May 17 at noon. At this church fundraiser a variety of homemade salads will be served. The cost is $10. Tickets can be purchased from Marla Vogel (920.427.8155) or at the door. Hainesville Lutheran Church is located at 3944 County M, off of County C, […]
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DCHS Enrolls in Michelson Found Animals Saving Pets Challenge
From May 2 to June 1, Door County Humane Society (DCHS) is enrolled in the Michelson Found Animals Saving Pets Challenge. This challenge has more than 500 animal welfare organizations competing to see which group can raise the most money for their organization in 30 days. All competing organizations receive the money they raise online, […]
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Southern Door High School Induct New Alumni into the Hall of Fame
Southern Door High School will induct Gary Chaudoir and Tammy Sternard in the Alumni Hall of Fame on May 12 at 1:30 pm at Southern Door Community Auditorium. The public is invited to attend. The district will honor Gary Chaudoir (Class of 1965) and Tammy (Weckler) Sternard (Class of 1988). Both honorees are outstanding role […]
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Community Foundation to Unveil Discuss Door County Final Report at Public Reception
The Community Foundation invites the community to a public reception for the unveiling of the Discuss Door County: Growing Older in Door County Community Statement. The reception is May 9, 5 – 7 pm, at Hope United Church in Sturgeon Bay. The Final Report and artwork will be unveiled. Discuss Door County is the banner […]
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Algoma Area Chamber of Commerce Seeks Nominations for Shanty Days 2017 Honoree
The Algoma Area Chamber of Commerce is seeking nominations for a Shanty Days 2017 Honoree. The committee, as well as the community, has enjoyed honoring a special resident/business owner for many years. In addition to the honoree luncheon host by Algoma’s mayor, the honoree has a prominent part in Saturday’s parade and is acknowledged in […]