In this issue
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With Christmas almost upon us, it must be time for some holiday season trivia. This time let’s consider that mysterious figure Wenceslas. Aside from some of the principal participants in the nativity, no individual associated with the holiday season had as interesting a story as King Wenceslas.
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Why is it that breast cancer rates continue to rise despite all of the campaigns to raise funds and public awareness?
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• The first diagnosed case of the disorder that came to be known as autism was a child named Donald Triplett. At the time of his diagnosis in 1943 the disorder was exceedingly rare. Today, the disorder is much more common (an estimated 1 in every 110 children).
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11,000 Workers that Michigan has cut from state government since 2000
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Welcome to the Notes from the Grove, providing Liberty Grove residents and visitors tid bits of information about goings on in town government. • The property tax bills have been prepared and sent.
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Baileys Harbor Will Vote On Core Expansion
The debate over Baileys Harbor’s core expansion took an unexpected turn Nov. 30 when Town Chairman James Parent asked the joint town board and plan commission to take the proposal to an advisory referendum in April.
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Timeline of Baileys Harbor Core Expansion Discussion
The discussion of Baileys Harbor's core commercial district boundaries has been going on for five years. Here's a timeline of those talks.
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Peninsula Park’s Top Spot Still Not Filled
A year after longtime superintendent Tom Blackwood retired, Peninsula State Park still does not have a permanent replacement in his old position. Gene Tiser, Peninsula’s assistant superintendent, has served as acting superintendent since Blackwood’s last day on Dec.
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Memorial Planned for Harley the Camel
Harley the Camel, a fixture at Door County fundraisers, parades, and other public events in recent years, died suddenly Dec. 2. Owner Lisa Jeansonne of Carlsville said there was little that could be done to save the popular camel.
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Feed the Fish Returning to Sturgeon Bay
Feed the Fish, the movie filmed primarily in Door County in the winter of 2009, is coming back to Sturgeon Bay for the New Year. Director Michael Matzdorff’s independent film will be shown at the Sturgeon Bay Cinema 6 from Dec.
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• In a Letter to the Editor titled “Baileys Harbor’s Government Benefits Select Few” submitted by Ray Spangler that was printed in the Nov. 24 issue of the Pulse, Spangler wrote that “Dale Williams had to resign his board office after his company was awarded a city contract.” That is incorrect. Dale Williams resigned from […]
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Door County news to come in the next couple weeks.
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Al’s Butik Demolition Underway
A quick look at Door County news from the last couple weeks.
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“On my first eye mission trip,” Dr. Eric Paulsen recalled, “I came across a patient who was 64.” The typical procedure was that he would do the examination, write the prescription for glasses, and then the patient would move to the next station.
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Wisconsin State Park Stickers Available at Door County’s Peninsula State Park
• 2011 Wisconsin State Park vehicle stickers are now on sale. Stickers sell for $25 per vehicle with Wisconsin license plates. Additional stickers for vehicles at the same household are half-price.
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Door County Wellness Center Continues Expansion Project
• The Wellness Center of Door County, an independent, non-profit health clinic, recently embarked on a two-phase expansion project at its location just off Jefferson Street at 312 N. 5th Avenue in Sturgeon Bay.
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The Facts About Restraining Orders
Restraining orders and the process of obtaining restraining orders are a relatively misunderstood or misinterpreted legal action. There are many misconceptions regarding the details of restraining orders including how an individual obtains a restraining order, what kind of protection a restraining order can provide an individual, and what behaviors are considered harassing or abusive.
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Standings (as of December 6, 2010)
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Upcoming High School Sport Events
Sevastopol High School and Gibraltar High School upcoming basketball games
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Let the winter snow begin to fly and surely someone will report a large flock of drab-colored warblers at their feeders. One of summer’s most conspicuous and beautiful birds of our country, a regular showpiece, the American Goldfinch, has now turned to soft shades of olive-yellow, tan and brown and, to the untrained eye, might be mistaken for some of the usually somber-colored warblers.
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When local actress Amy Ensign teaches acting workshops as a part of the Exposure to Creativity program at Gibraltar High School, she not only shares her craft with students but also insights that she has gained from a life that has included years of extended sailing adventures.
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Algoma Utilities Highlighted by WPPI
Algoma Utilities was highlighted in WPPI Energy’s November newsletter, “Power Report.” Within the Member Spotlight piece, WPPI touched on the organizations history and services and highlighted ways in which Algoma Utilities offers programs and services to encourage the use of renewable energy, conservation and energy efficiency.
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“We must not allow our future to be stolen by hucksters who would frighten us into giving up our birthright in the name of saving the planet. It sounds good and noble, as most scams do, but it is just a trick, a hoax."
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Upcoming 2011 Master Gardener Events
• Door County Master Gardener Association Plant Sale will be on Saturday, May 29, at the University of Wisconsin Peninsular Research Station, from 9 am – noon.
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1.21 degrees Fahrenheit: The increase in water temperature in 104 inland water bodies over the last decade
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Ellison Bay’s Christmas Tree Uses “All-Green” Lights
Ellison Bay’s Christmas tree will be illuminated this year by energy-efficient Light-Emitting Diodes (LEDs). The Ellison Bay Service Club, sponsor of the annual Christmas tree lighting, is providing the LEDs as one of its efforts to protect and beautify the environment.
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19th Annual GrassWorks Grazing Conference
The 19th Annual Grazing Conference, hosted by GrassWorks, Inc., will be held Feb. 13 – 15, 2011 at Wilderness Territory Resort in Wisconsin Dells. The theme is “Grounded in Grazing."
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As we head into the winter months, a large snowfall looms as a possibility. The folks at Clean Wisconsin are urging people to consider the the environmental impacts of snow and ice removal practices.
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Half Marathon Inspires Door County Man to Run
The Door County Half Marathon gave Jake Danen a reason to get his feet back on the pavement.
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Article posted Tuesday, December 7, 2010 3:42pm
Question: Which of Door County’s five state parks was the last to open to the public?
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Is there someone or something that made you laugh, smile, cringe, want to hug them or throw them overboard? Go ahead and give a “Shout Out” in the Pulse!
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Congratulations to Robert “Robbie” Kurtz of the Coyote Roadhouse
He greets you each and every one, As soon as you pass through the door. His many years of experience are evident, As he moves from phone to bar to floor.
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Article posted Tuesday, December 7, 2010 3:35pm
Scorpio (October 23 – November 21): In this celestial circumstance, give your cell phone an additional charge as a call from a vast distance will be forthcoming.
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Article posted Tuesday, December 7, 2010 3:32pm
Dear Mary Pat, I've got an acquaintance who has, in her mind, turned into my best friend. Once she was someone I would see out casually, now she's like a flea a dog can't shake.
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Members of the Viking Voice staff, including (left to right) Lilli Nelson, Sam Kersebet, and AJ Demarinis, recently stopped by the Pulse office for a little more insight into the world of newspaper publishing.
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Door County’s Restaurant Options Christmas Eve and Day
At the time of press, the following restaurants and bars had indicated they would be open either Christmas Eve or Christmas Day, serving patrons from their regular menus, or in some instances, holiday selections.
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Door County’s Tutti Strings Presents Student Winter Recitals
A new private music studio called "Tutti Strings,” under the direction of professional music educator and musician Lori Meyer, offers lessons on violin, viola, cello and string bass to area youth and adults.
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Hagen Family Performs Annual Christmas Concert at Door County’s TAP
The Hagen Family is back for their traditional Christmas concert. The popular Washington Island clan will perform at Third Avenue Playhouse on Saturday, Dec.18 at 7:30 pm.
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Sevastopol School Invites Senior Citizens to Holiday Concert and Meal
The School District of Sevastopol would like to invite all senior citizens who are residents of the Sevastopol School District to an afternoon of musical enjoyment and good food.
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Big Top Chautauqua Performs at Door County DCA
The cast of Big Top Chautauqua will be presenting “Laurel Canyon 1970,” a touring show featuring the music of Laurel Canyon greats Crosby, Stills & Nash and the Eagles, appearing at the Door Community Auditorium on Wednesday, Dec. 29 at 7 pm.
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Door County DCA Presents “Christmas at the Door”
On Thursday, Dec. 23 at 7 pm, the Door Community Auditorium Board of Directors will present “Christmas at the Door: A Celebration of the Season in Two Acts” once again this holiday season.
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Door County String Academy Opened for Theater Performance at TAP
The Door County String Academy entertained the audience prior to Third Avenue Playhouse’s production of Miracle on 34th Street the first weekend in December.
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Algoma Community Band Presents Christmas Concert
The Algoma Community Band, under the direction of John Nielsen, will present their annual Christmas Concert on Sunday, Dec. 19 at 2 pm in the Algoma Elementary School Auditorium.
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Door County’s AFT Hosts “Home for the Holidays”
American Folklore Theatre announced that “Home for the Holidays with AFT” will return to Old Gibraltar Town Hall in Fish Creek for six performances from Dec. 28 - Jan. 1.
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Miss Wisconsin and Friends at Door County’s DCA
On Saturday, Dec. 18 at 7 pm the community will host a send-off celebration, “Miss Wisconsin and Friends,” as a show of support to Kimberly Sawyer, Miss Wisconsin and Egg Harbor native.
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Ridges Hosts Two Volunteer Bird Counts
The Ridges Sanctuary in Baileys Harbor will coordinate two local bird counts, the Ephraim and Northern Door Counts, which are scheduled for Saturday, Dec. 18.
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Upcoming Programs at Sturgeon Bay’s The Crossroads
The Crossroads at Big Creek will continue its educational programs into the winter. On Saturday, Dec. 11 at 1 pm and Sunday, Dec. 12 at 11 am, the public is welcome to “Hike to the Evergreen Forest.
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Door County’s Peninsula State Park Offers Affordable Stocking Stuffers
Wisconsin State Park vehicle stickers went on sale Wednesday, Dec. 1. The sticker is valid at all state parks and trails through the 2011 calendar year.
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Door County’s Peninsula State Park Hosts the Winter Queen
The Winter Queen will be visiting the Peninsula State Park Nature Center on Tuesday, Dec. 28 to share snowy stories at 11 am. This program is free and open to the public, but a state vehicle sticker is required.
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Flip-flop season has come to a close, so it’s time to break out the warm socks. Though your average white sweat sock will most often do the trick, it’s certainly not stylish or fun.
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Good Evening Plays Saturday Afternoon Delight at Door County’s Glas
The band Good Evening was introduced to Door County in the same manner as many other bands in recent years – by participating in the Steel Bridge Song Fest “It's a great little town, very music-centric,” Alyssa Martinez said of Sturgeon Bay.
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Sturgeon Bay’s Gallery Jenwah Features “Kindred Spirits”
On Friday, Dec.17 at 8 pm the “Art of Music” Winter Concert Series will present “Kindred Spirits,” with national touring artists Hans Christian and Dorothy Scott.
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Door County’s Lost Mothra Performs at Sister Bay’s Basecamp Coffee
The members of Lost Mothra, including Jeanne Kuhns, George Sawyn, and Pat Palmer, will sing holiday carols, original Christmas songs, and favorite Lost Mothra songs at Basecamp Coffee Shop on Dec. 18.
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When it comes to choosing a movie for a night curled up on the couch (preferably by the fire, mug of hot chocolate in hand, and heavily buttered popcorn nearby), there are a few qualifications that must be met.
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Door County UUF Screens “Strangers in Good Company”
Strangers in Good Company will be screened on Tuesday, Dec. 21 at 4:30 pm at the Unitarian Universalist Fellowship (UUF) of Door County in Ephraim. The Canadian drama from 1991 tells the story of eight elderly women who have to depend on one another when their bus breaks down in the rural countryside.
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Door Film Screens “Winnebago Man”
The Green Door Film Society will screen Winnebago Man at the Greens N Grain Deli in Egg Harbor on Thursday, Dec. 16. The entertaining documentary explores the phenomenon of Jack Rebney, who became an Internet sensation after a video of him furiously swearing while filming a Winnebago sales video made the rounds online.
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Door County Maritime Museum Host Santa Clause
Santa Claus is coming back to town. The jolly gent will be making a return visit to the Door County Maritime Museum in Sturgeon Bay this year to gather gift requests from area children from 10 am – 1 pm on Saturday, Dec. 11.
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Gift Idea from “Verse Wisconsin”
Verse Wisconsin would like to encourage the public to purchase a gift subscription for a family member, the local community center, senior center, or library – a generous gift both to them and Verse Wisconsin, which also accepts donations.
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“The Cooking Mom” Signs Books in Baileys Harbor
Amy Hanten, host of Fox 11’s Living with Amy, recently launched her first cookbook called The Cooking Mom. Hanten will be at Novel Ideas Bookstore in Baileys Harbor on December 21 from 3 – 5 pm to sign copies of her cookbook.
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If moonlight had an aroma, / it would be the scent of blackberries, / night-black fruit dotted with crunchy seeds.
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If moonlight had an aroma, / it would be the scent of blackberries, / night-black fruit dotted with crunchy seeds.
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The call of spring came to me / like a playing card clothes-pinned / to the spokes of a boy’s bike, / and I scanned Karl Johnson’s field / as I walked Baird along Waters End / until I saw him, / the first Sand Hill Crane of the season.
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The call of spring came to me / like a playing card clothes-pinned / to the spokes of a boy’s bike, / and I scanned Karl Johnson’s field / as I walked Baird along Waters End / until I saw him, / the first Sand Hill Crane of the season.
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Restless fog cloaks the bay / rides the sluggish breeze / steals color from land and lake
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Restless fog cloaks the bay / rides the sluggish breeze / steals color from land and lake
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You know that smell / the minute you walk in / Know you’ve reached back & found it again / that old bait shop, milk & bread store / at the four corners by the lake.
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You know that smell / the minute you walk in / Know you’ve reached back & found it again / that old bait shop, milk & bread store / at the four corners by the lake.
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“Any healthy man can go without food for two days – but not without poetry.” – Charles Baudelaire, 19th century French poet The season of resolutions is upon us, and I have decided that I need more poetry in life. In fact, I have decided that you need more poetry in your life.
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“Any healthy man can go without food for two days – but not without poetry.” – Charles Baudelaire, 19th century French poet The season of resolutions is upon us, and I have decided that I need more poetry in life. In fact, I have decided that you need more poetry in your life.
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American Life in Poetry: Column 295
To be stumped by the very last crossword puzzle you ever will work on, well, that’s defeat, but a small and amusing defeat. Here George Bilgere, a poet from Ohio, gives us a picture of his mother’s last day on earth.
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American Life in Poetry: Column 295
To be stumped by the very last crossword puzzle you ever will work on, well, that’s defeat, but a small and amusing defeat. Here George Bilgere, a poet from Ohio, gives us a picture of his mother’s last day on earth.
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Works Inspired by The Clearing in Ellison Bay to be Raffled
These are the final days to view “The Clearing Speaks: Inspirations from The Clearing” visual and written art exhibit at the Jens Jensen Visitor Center in Ellison Bay.
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Works Inspired by The Clearing in Ellison Bay to be Raffled
These are the final days to view “The Clearing Speaks: Inspirations from The Clearing” visual and written art exhibit at the Jens Jensen Visitor Center in Ellison Bay.
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Great Gifts from Door County’s Hardy Gallery
The Hardy Gallery is excited to announce that the items included in the first-ever Hardy Holiday Auction are available for viewing on the Hardy website, www.thehardy.org.
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Great Gifts from Door County’s Hardy Gallery
The Hardy Gallery is excited to announce that the items included in the first-ever Hardy Holiday Auction are available for viewing on the Hardy website, www.thehardy.org.
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Door County’s Plum Bottom Pottery Hosts First Holiday Show
Plum Bottom Pottery will host “The Holiday Show – Year One,” Friday and Saturday, December 10 and 11 from 10 am – 5 pm. The public is welcome to enjoy hot cider, cookies and light hor d’oeuvres while viewing newly created porcelain pottery and sculpture by resident artist and owner Chad Luberger.
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Door County’s Plum Bottom Pottery Hosts First Holiday Show
Plum Bottom Pottery will host “The Holiday Show – Year One,” Friday and Saturday, December 10 and 11 from 10 am – 5 pm. The public is welcome to enjoy hot cider, cookies and light hor d’oeuvres while viewing newly created porcelain pottery and sculpture by resident artist and owner Chad Luberger.
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Door County’s Miller Art Museum Features Holiday Boutique
Through Dec. 28, the Miller Art Museum (MAM) welcomes the public to come and do a little shopping at the MAM Holiday Boutique filled with unique items.
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Door County’s Miller Art Museum Features Holiday Boutique
Through Dec. 28, the Miller Art Museum (MAM) welcomes the public to come and do a little shopping at the MAM Holiday Boutique filled with unique items.
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Door County History on Display at Link Gallery
“Door County History – A Story of People and Places” is the first of a series of educational exhibits in the Door Community Auditorium’s Link Gallery that will focus on the Friends of Gibraltar’s school-year theme of Door County history.
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Door County History on Display at Link Gallery
“Door County History – A Story of People and Places” is the first of a series of educational exhibits in the Door Community Auditorium’s Link Gallery that will focus on the Friends of Gibraltar’s school-year theme of Door County history.
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Holiday Gift Ideas at Door County’s Jacksonport Craft Cottage
Currently, the Jacksonport Craft Cottage (JCC) is highlighting the work of Barb Bicker from Fish Creek, who handcrafts Christmas ornaments. Bicker has had several beneficiaries for her ornament sales.
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Holiday Gift Ideas at Door County’s Jacksonport Craft Cottage
Currently, the Jacksonport Craft Cottage (JCC) is highlighting the work of Barb Bicker from Fish Creek, who handcrafts Christmas ornaments. Bicker has had several beneficiaries for her ornament sales.
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Yarn, Inspiration, and Conversation
As the holidays approached and winter settled upon the peninsula, I decided to get back into an old hobby – knitting. I learned the art while studying abroad in England, primarily to busy myself on the series of trains, busses, planes, and waiting rooms I occupied during my time across the pond.
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Yarn, Inspiration, and Conversation
As the holidays approached and winter settled upon the peninsula, I decided to get back into an old hobby – knitting. I learned the art while studying abroad in England, primarily to busy myself on the series of trains, busses, planes, and waiting rooms I occupied during my time across the pond.
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Ellison Bay Pottery Hosts “Locals” Holiday Sale
The 10th Annual “Door County Resident – Past and Present – Christmas Sale” at Ellison Bay Pottery is taking place. Anyone and everyone who has ever lived (or currently lives) in Door County full or part-time can enjoy discounts at Ellison Bay Pottery.
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Ellison Bay Pottery Hosts “Locals” Holiday Sale
The 10th Annual “Door County Resident – Past and Present – Christmas Sale” at Ellison Bay Pottery is taking place. Anyone and everyone who has ever lived (or currently lives) in Door County full or part-time can enjoy discounts at Ellison Bay Pottery.
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Door County’s Edgewood Orchard’s Benefit Cookbook Featured in Paris
Edgewood Orchard Galleries recently learned that their benefit cookbook, An Artist’s Food for the Soul, will be included in the Paris Cookbook Fair to be held March 3 – 6, 2011.
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Door County’s Edgewood Orchard’s Benefit Cookbook Featured in Paris
Edgewood Orchard Galleries recently learned that their benefit cookbook, An Artist’s Food for the Soul, will be included in the Paris Cookbook Fair to be held March 3 – 6, 2011.
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Algoma’s Tlazo Artist Series Continues with Newquist
On Dec. 19 from 10 am to 2 pm, Caffe Tlazo in Algoma will host local landscape painter Karen Newquist as a part of their Tlazo Artist Series. From an early age, Newquist was intrigued by drawings and painting.
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Algoma’s Tlazo Artist Series Continues with Newquist
On Dec. 19 from 10 am to 2 pm, Caffe Tlazo in Algoma will host local landscape painter Karen Newquist as a part of their Tlazo Artist Series. From an early age, Newquist was intrigued by drawings and painting.
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Sylvia Youell Juried into Wisconsin Designer Craft Council Exhibition
Sylvia Youell, jewelry and metal arts instructor at Peninsula School of Art in Fish Creek and resident artist at Sylvercroft Studio in Sister Bay, has been selected to participate in the 81st Wisconsin Designer Craft Council Exhibition.
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Sylvia Youell Juried into Wisconsin Designer Craft Council Exhibition
Sylvia Youell, jewelry and metal arts instructor at Peninsula School of Art in Fish Creek and resident artist at Sylvercroft Studio in Sister Bay, has been selected to participate in the 81st Wisconsin Designer Craft Council Exhibition.
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Peninsula School of Art Invites Artists to Submit Work
Peninsula School of Art in Fish Creek is inviting all 2- and 3-D artists – from beginner to master – to participate in the 9th annual Salon at Guenzel Gallery, which will be on exhibit from Jan. 7 through Jan. 22.
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Peninsula School of Art Invites Artists to Submit Work
Peninsula School of Art in Fish Creek is inviting all 2- and 3-D artists – from beginner to master – to participate in the 9th annual Salon at Guenzel Gallery, which will be on exhibit from Jan. 7 through Jan. 22.
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The Algoma Art Wave will take place the second Friday of each month from 5 – 8 pm. During the event, a variety of Algoma artists and venues will open to the public.
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The Algoma Art Wave will take place the second Friday of each month from 5 – 8 pm. During the event, a variety of Algoma artists and venues will open to the public.
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I've said it before and I'll say it again. Traffic in China is like an evil spawn of bumper cars and go-karts. No one truly gets hit by the oncoming traffic, but your heart always skips a beat when the
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I've said it before and I'll say it again. Traffic in China is like an evil spawn of bumper cars and go-karts. No one truly gets hit by the oncoming traffic, but your heart always skips a beat when the
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In my troll through the day's headlines this morning, I stumbled across what would normally be a forgettable line in a story about the state of Salon.com, the online news website. The line was buried
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In my troll through the day's headlines this morning, I stumbled across what would normally be a forgettable line in a story about the state of Salon.com, the online news website. The line was buried
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“...And the sun shines every day on the birds and the bees, and the cigarette trees, the lemonade springs, where the bluebird sings in the Big Rock Candy Mountains.” Hua Dian Ba may not offer the lemonade
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“...And the sun shines every day on the birds and the bees, and the cigarette trees, the lemonade springs, where the bluebird sings in the Big Rock Candy Mountains.” Hua Dian Ba may not offer the lemonade
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Last Sunday a group of us decided to take a boat ride across Lake Er Hai. The five of us hopped onto a metal boat with the “captain” and the driver. Our crew of seven enjoyed the beautiful views of the
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Last Sunday a group of us decided to take a boat ride across Lake Er Hai. The five of us hopped onto a metal boat with the “captain” and the driver. Our crew of seven enjoyed the beautiful views of the
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After a successful birthday celebration for Jeanee, which was filled with unlimited watery coffee and blackberry pancakes, we headed off to Xiaguan on the #8 bus. I realized that the best place to do
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After a successful birthday celebration for Jeanee, which was filled with unlimited watery coffee and blackberry pancakes, we headed off to Xiaguan on the #8 bus. I realized that the best place to do