Category: Entertainment
Door County entertainment news from the staff of the Peninsula Pulse and Door County Living. Find the latest details on concerts, performing arts, theater, and much more from the Door County scene.
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From “God” to “Doc”: Greg Vinkler
Greg Vinkler has had a constant stage presence at Peninsula Players Theatre for over 20 years. His body of work is broad and his roles in the off season have taken him around the globe. Although the Players enjoy large audiences all summer long, few people are aware of the quality actors our local theater […]
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Songwriters Showcase Honors Mattson
Adam Mackintosh and Anna Sacks bring their songwriter showcase to Woodwalk Gallery and Events Barn to celebrate the graduation of Mary Mattson, Summa Cum Laude from UWGB, on May 17 from 1 – 5 pm.
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Emerson Cultural Series Wraps Up
The Emerson Cultural Series will present its last event of the current concert season on Tuesday, May 12, 7:30 pm, at the Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Door County, Ephraim.
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Talk of the Town Dazzles with Dixieland
The Talk of The Town, under the leadership of Kevin Van Ess, is one of the hottest Dixieland/Swing Style Jazz Groups north of New Orleans. The group featuring clarinet/saxophone, trumpet, trombone, banjo, bass, piano, and drums will appear at Third Avenue Playhouse for one performance on Saturday, May 16 at 7:30 pm.
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Peninsula Music Festival Announces 57th Season of Concerts
The 2009 August Symphonic Season of the Peninsula Music Festival (PMF) runs August 4 through 22 with concerts every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday at 8 pm.
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Peninsula Chamber Singers Present Spring Concert
Following the tradition of presenting music from all parts of the musical spectrum, Artistic Director Merle Colburn crafted the spring concert for the Peninsula Chamber Singers (PCS) with a two part program.
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Cast Announced for Upcoming Production of “W;t”
Isadoora Theatre Company announces the cast for its upcoming production of W;t written by Margaret Edson. W;t, directed by Bill Bauernfiend, will be presented on May 14 – 17 and 21 – 24, 2009 at the Ephraim Village Town Hall.
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Bjِrklunden Hosts Three Concerts
Lawrence University’s Björklunden will host a number of free concerts featuring faculty, students and guests artists from May 7 through May 10.
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Polka into Spring at the Accordion Fest
The spring 2009 Door County accordion polka fest will be held Sunday, May 10 from 12:30 – 4:30 pm at the Institute Saloon Dancehall, located on Hwy 57 north of Sturgeon Bay.
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Stella Maris Parish Celebrates Spring Fling
Stella Maris Parish will hold its annual “Spring Fling” dinner party at the Sister Bay church site on Wednesday, May 13. The doors will open at 4 pm and a beef roast dinner will be served from 5 – 8 pm.
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Sturgeon Bay Hosts Annual Shipyard Tours
The Rotary Club of Sturgeon Bay presents the annual Sturgeon Bay Rotary Shipyard Tours on Saturday, May 2.
This one-day event is a rare opportunity for everyone to experience an insider’s view of the shipbuilding industry in Sturgeon Bay. -
Heigh Ho, Heigh Ho, It’s Off to The Ridges’ Workday We Go!
These balmy days encourage us to get our wheelbarrows out and start the annual ritual of spring cleaning. At The Ridges Sanctuary in Baileys Harbor, spring is a time to get ready for the busy summer season ahead.
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GPS Instructional Seminar Offered
The Door County Sail & Power Squadron is offering a free two-hour seminar for Using GPS. The seminar will be held from 6:30 – 8:30 pm on Monday, May 11, at the Northeast Wisconsin Technical College, Room 147 (use the north entrance), 229 North 14th Avenue, Sturgeon Bay.
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Peninsula Launches Centennial Geocache
One part high tech, two parts great rec: it’s geocaching. A GPS unit and a sense of adventure are all you need for this modern twist on the classic treasure hunt.
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Syttende Mai Celebrated in Sturgeon Bay
For the 34th year, the H.R. Holand Lodge, Sons of Norway will celebrate Syttende Mai (pronounced sutna mi). Norwegians county-wide are invited to join the group for a pot luck Tuesday, May 12, 6 pm, at Bay View Lutheran Church, 340 W Maple, Sturgeon Bay.
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Spring Gala Offers the Warmth and Hospitality of Tuscany
At Bjِrklunden Lodge on Sunday, May 31 many of Door County’s most talented and giving community members will gather in an effort to raise funds to help the children and their hardworking parents of our community at the 2009 Northern Door Children’s Center Gala.
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Jacksonport Celebrates 37 Years of Maifest
The Jacksonport community will once again roll out the red carpet over Memorial Day Weekend for the annual Maifest celebration, scheduled for Saturday, May 23 and Sunday, May 24, 2009.
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Gibraltar Talks: The Life & Times of the Lundbergs
The Gibraltar Historical Association’s monthly historic talk series will begin on Tuesday evening, May 12 at 7:30 pm at the Old Town Hall located on the corner of Maple and Spruce Streets in Fish Creek.
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Sister Bay Blossom Festival Brings Spring Spirit
The Village of Sister Bay will again welcome spring with the annual “Blossom Festival” on Saturday, May 9. Events will be held in and around the Waterfront Park in Sister Bay.
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