In this issue
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Why is it that L’Oreal Cosmetics and Beyonce Knowles are not held to the same scrutiny and accountability as Michael Vick when it comes to behaviors involving animal cruelty and abuse?
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Why is it that L’Oreal Cosmetics and Beyonce Knowles are not held to the same scrutiny and accountability as Michael Vick when it comes to behaviors involving animal cruelty and abuse?
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• Today scientists can map and count the number of genes in the DNA of plants and animals, and it comes as a surprise that the number of genes doesn’t necessarily reflect the organism’s complexity. Grapes have 30,400 genes, chickens have 16,700 genes, and poplar trees have 40,000 genes.
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• Today scientists can map and count the number of genes in the DNA of plants and animals, and it comes as a surprise that the number of genes doesn’t necessarily reflect the organism’s complexity. Grapes have 30,400 genes, chickens have 16,700 genes, and poplar trees have 40,000 genes.
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“This is probably the most productive session of Congress since at least the ‘60s. It’s all the more impressive given how polarized the Congress has been.” – Alan Brinkley, a historian at New York’s Columbia University, quoted by Bloomberg.com
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“This is probably the most productive session of Congress since at least the ‘60s. It’s all the more impressive given how polarized the Congress has been.” – Alan Brinkley, a historian at New York’s Columbia University, quoted by Bloomberg.com
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Michigan Street Bridge Re-opens
• The Michigan Street Bridge in Sturgeon Bay re-opened to traffic Jan. 3. The bridge had been closed since Sept. of 2008 for repairs. It will be closed again in late winter or early spring to for the final touches on a new paint job before opening for good by Memorial Day.
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Michigan Street Bridge Re-opens
• The Michigan Street Bridge in Sturgeon Bay re-opened to traffic Jan. 3. The bridge had been closed since Sept. of 2008 for repairs. It will be closed again in late winter or early spring to for the final touches on a new paint job before opening for good by Memorial Day.
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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.
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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.
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The holidays are past, and we are now into a new year. While it is always wonderful to think that the warmth of the holidays will last throughout the year, our reality is that reality returns.
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The holidays are past, and we are now into a new year. While it is always wonderful to think that the warmth of the holidays will last throughout the year, our reality is that reality returns.
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Sister Bay Seeking Fall Fest Input
A look at the news ahead in Door County.
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Sister Bay Seeking Fall Fest Input
A look at the news ahead in Door County.
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Gay Marriage Battle’s Unlikely Leading Man
Theodore “Ted” Olson has argued 55 cases before the United States Supreme Court, but he says his most unlikely case may be his most important.
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Gay Marriage Battle’s Unlikely Leading Man
Theodore “Ted” Olson has argued 55 cases before the United States Supreme Court, but he says his most unlikely case may be his most important.
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Keeping Your Home Warm For Less
Old man winter blew in with a vengeance this year, adding heating costs to the budgets of all families across Door County. But the Wisconsin Home Energy Assistance Program (WHEAP) can help homeowners with heating bills, provide emergency heating assistance, and even weatherize homes for long-term energy and financial savings.
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Keeping Your Home Warm For Less
Old man winter blew in with a vengeance this year, adding heating costs to the budgets of all families across Door County. But the Wisconsin Home Energy Assistance Program (WHEAP) can help homeowners with heating bills, provide emergency heating assistance, and even weatherize homes for long-term energy and financial savings.
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Sawyer Seeks Miss America Crown Jan. 15
Miss Wisconsin Kimberly Sawyer will compete for the Miss America crown Jan. 15 in Las Vegas. Sawyer, an Egg Harbor native and Gibraltar High School graduate, is the daughter of John and Jackie Sawyer.
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Sawyer Seeks Miss America Crown Jan. 15
Miss Wisconsin Kimberly Sawyer will compete for the Miss America crown Jan. 15 in Las Vegas. Sawyer, an Egg Harbor native and Gibraltar High School graduate, is the daughter of John and Jackie Sawyer.
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Noteworthy Read: “Non-Violence: The History of a Dangerous Idea”
War and violence have been an integral, almost constant part of the world’s history; in fact, in Mark Kurlansky’s book Non-Violence: The History of a Dangerous Idea, he states that philosophers Will and Ariel Durant determined in 1968 “that of the previous 3,421 years, only 268 had been without war."
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Noteworthy Read: “Non-Violence: The History of a Dangerous Idea”
War and violence have been an integral, almost constant part of the world’s history; in fact, in Mark Kurlansky’s book Non-Violence: The History of a Dangerous Idea, he states that philosophers Will and Ariel Durant determined in 1968 “that of the previous 3,421 years, only 268 had been without war."
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It’s a Holiday In…North Korea?!
The very idea of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK), otherwise known as North Korea, usually brings to mind former beloved President Georgie W. Bush's tag "Axis of Evil," and little else.
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It’s a Holiday In…North Korea?!
The very idea of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK), otherwise known as North Korea, usually brings to mind former beloved President Georgie W. Bush's tag "Axis of Evil," and little else.
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No, Actually, A Broomball Stick is Quite Hard
This column originally appeared in the February 24, 2006 edition of the Peninsula Pulse. I could tell they were tourists. They walked in about three steps before hesitating, pausing to take that blank look around the bar that's so familiar.
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No, Actually, A Broomball Stick is Quite Hard
This column originally appeared in the February 24, 2006 edition of the Peninsula Pulse. I could tell they were tourists. They walked in about three steps before hesitating, pausing to take that blank look around the bar that's so familiar.
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"My basic thesis is, 'There ain't room on the road.’ You can't move in Jakarta or Bangkok or any large city in Latin America or in any city in the wealthy part of China."
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"My basic thesis is, 'There ain't room on the road.’ You can't move in Jakarta or Bangkok or any large city in Latin America or in any city in the wealthy part of China."
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New Rules Benefit Wisconsin’s Bats
Earlier this month the Natural Resources Board unanimously approved three new rules to help protect Wisconsin cave bats from white-nose syndrome, a fungus that has killed over a million bats in the northeastern United States.
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New Rules Benefit Wisconsin’s Bats
Earlier this month the Natural Resources Board unanimously approved three new rules to help protect Wisconsin cave bats from white-nose syndrome, a fungus that has killed over a million bats in the northeastern United States.
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8.2 million barrels: The amount of gasoline burned by Americans every day in 2010, down 8 percent from the 2006 peak
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8.2 million barrels: The amount of gasoline burned by Americans every day in 2010, down 8 percent from the 2006 peak
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One way to help ensure a cleaner, brighter future this season is to celebrate by committing to make small life changes that reduce your impact on the environment.
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One way to help ensure a cleaner, brighter future this season is to celebrate by committing to make small life changes that reduce your impact on the environment.
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We had a very exciting experience with a Northern Shrike Dec. 24 that evoked similar experiences with the same amazing creature dating back to the first time I saw one 49 years ago along the pond below the Shoto dam in Manitowoc County Dec. 29, 1961.
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We had a very exciting experience with a Northern Shrike Dec. 24 that evoked similar experiences with the same amazing creature dating back to the first time I saw one 49 years ago along the pond below the Shoto dam in Manitowoc County Dec. 29, 1961.
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Emilie Daubner: A Life on Waters End
Emilie Daubner survived two fires at her home place on Waters End Road, the first in 1930 when she was a girl. The house, which was rebuilt on the same foundation in 1950, again caught fire when she was in her 90s, and once more she safely escaped.
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Emilie Daubner: A Life on Waters End
Emilie Daubner survived two fires at her home place on Waters End Road, the first in 1930 when she was a girl. The house, which was rebuilt on the same foundation in 1950, again caught fire when she was in her 90s, and once more she safely escaped.
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Northern Door Children’s Center will Host Author Leslie Leline Jan. 25
• The Sister Bay Family Center in partnership with the Northern Door Children's Center will present an evening with Leslie Leline, author of the book, The Parent Handbook on Tuesday, Jan. 25 from 5:30 - 7:30 pm.
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Northern Door Children’s Center will Host Author Leslie Leline Jan. 25
• The Sister Bay Family Center in partnership with the Northern Door Children's Center will present an evening with Leslie Leline, author of the book, The Parent Handbook on Tuesday, Jan. 25 from 5:30 - 7:30 pm.
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Sturgeon Bay YMCA Monday Night Volleyball
A League W-L 1. Four Seasons Tree Experts 21-3 2. Kitty O’Reillys 17-7 3. YMCA 16-5 4. NAPA Auto Parts 16-8 5. Fun Diggers 13-11 6. Door Peninsula Winery 9-15 7. Door County Medical Center 7-14 8. Neighborhood Pub 7-14 9. Good Eggs 4-17 10. Bay Shore Outfitters 4-20 B League W-L Red Room Saints […]
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Sturgeon Bay YMCA Monday Night Volleyball
A League W-L 1. Four Seasons Tree Experts 21-3 2. Kitty O’Reillys 17-7 3. YMCA 16-5 4. NAPA Auto Parts 16-8 5. Fun Diggers 13-11 6. Door Peninsula Winery 9-15 7. Door County Medical Center 7-14 8. Neighborhood Pub 7-14 9. Good Eggs 4-17 10. Bay Shore Outfitters 4-20 B League W-L Red Room Saints […]
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Upcoming basketball games and wrestling matches for Sevastopol and Gibraltar High School.
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Upcoming basketball games and wrestling matches for Sevastopol and Gibraltar High School.
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Northern Door YMCA Karate Promotions
Karate promotions were held at the Door County YMCA Northern Door Program Center on Dec. 17.
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Northern Door YMCA Karate Promotions
Karate promotions were held at the Door County YMCA Northern Door Program Center on Dec. 17.
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The Results of the Red Putter’s First-ever Frostbite Open
On New Year's Day at 2 pm, the Red Putter in Ephraim held its first-ever Frostbite Open miniature golf tournament. Sixty-three people braved cold temperatures and brutal wind to play two rounds of miniature golf and compete for trophies, cash prizes, and Red Putter Scarves!
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The Results of the Red Putter’s First-ever Frostbite Open
On New Year's Day at 2 pm, the Red Putter in Ephraim held its first-ever Frostbite Open miniature golf tournament. Sixty-three people braved cold temperatures and brutal wind to play two rounds of miniature golf and compete for trophies, cash prizes, and Red Putter Scarves!
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Door County Triathlon Opens Registration
Registration for the 2011 Door County Triathlon opened at 12:01 am on New Year's Day. The two-day event will once again feature a Sprint Distance Race on Saturday, July 16 and a Half Iron Race on Sunday, July 17.
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Door County Triathlon Opens Registration
Registration for the 2011 Door County Triathlon opened at 12:01 am on New Year's Day. The two-day event will once again feature a Sprint Distance Race on Saturday, July 16 and a Half Iron Race on Sunday, July 17.
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3-on-3 Soccer Tournament Jan. 22
Sevastopol School’s Multicultural Club will be hosting a 3 on 3 soccer tournament on Saturday, Jan. 22. The doors will open at 8 am; games will begin at 9 am.
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3-on-3 Soccer Tournament Jan. 22
Sevastopol School’s Multicultural Club will be hosting a 3 on 3 soccer tournament on Saturday, Jan. 22. The doors will open at 8 am; games will begin at 9 am.
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Tavern League Donates to Mike Kaye
Cambria Mueller accepted a $250 check from Mike Lautenbach, president of the Door County Tavern League, on behalf of her father Mike Kaye who is waiting for a heart transplant.
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Tavern League Donates to Mike Kaye
Cambria Mueller accepted a $250 check from Mike Lautenbach, president of the Door County Tavern League, on behalf of her father Mike Kaye who is waiting for a heart transplant.
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Sturgeon Bay Visitor Center's 2010 MooLaLa holiday promotion Grand Prize Winner, Linda Smith of Sturgeon Bay, receives $1,000 dollars in special MooLaLa gift certificates redeemable at participating businesses from SBVC’s Sue Meyer.
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Sturgeon Bay Visitor Center's 2010 MooLaLa holiday promotion Grand Prize Winner, Linda Smith of Sturgeon Bay, receives $1,000 dollars in special MooLaLa gift certificates redeemable at participating businesses from SBVC’s Sue Meyer.
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On New Year's Day, 2011, 22 brave polar bears joined Papa Bear Jens Hansen in braving the cold water along with about 75 onlookers at Schoolhouse Beach on Washington Island.
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On New Year's Day, 2011, 22 brave polar bears joined Papa Bear Jens Hansen in braving the cold water along with about 75 onlookers at Schoolhouse Beach on Washington Island.
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Sixth graders, Sadie Nelson and Hadley Reetz, recently watched a CNN story in their social studies class about the rapid spreading of cholera in Haiti.
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Sixth graders, Sadie Nelson and Hadley Reetz, recently watched a CNN story in their social studies class about the rapid spreading of cholera in Haiti.
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Door County Humane Society Featured Pets
The Door County Humane Society (DCHS) would like to begin the New Year by thanking all the adopters of 2010, and we are optimistic that a number of companion animals will find new families this year.
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Door County Humane Society Featured Pets
The Door County Humane Society (DCHS) would like to begin the New Year by thanking all the adopters of 2010, and we are optimistic that a number of companion animals will find new families this year.
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“If we can achieve a society where it is more normal for men to speak out against gender violence than it is for them to commit it, we'll be a lot healthier society than we are today.” ~ Jackson Katz
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“If we can achieve a society where it is more normal for men to speak out against gender violence than it is for them to commit it, we'll be a lot healthier society than we are today.” ~ Jackson Katz
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Debbie Eckert Joins the Kellstrom-Ray Real Estate Agency in Sister Bay
• The Kellstrom-Ray Real Estate Agency in Sister Bay is excited to announce the addition of veteran real estate agent Debbie Eckert to their sales team.
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Debbie Eckert Joins the Kellstrom-Ray Real Estate Agency in Sister Bay
• The Kellstrom-Ray Real Estate Agency in Sister Bay is excited to announce the addition of veteran real estate agent Debbie Eckert to their sales team.
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Fish Creek Winter Fest Set for February 4 – 6
The 24th Annual Fish Creek Winter Festival will take place Feb. 4 – 6. The public is welcome to play and eat all day under the heated tent, located on the waterfront in Fish Creek’s Clark Park, with music, raffles, and a variety of fun and funky games.
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Fish Creek Winter Fest Set for February 4 – 6
The 24th Annual Fish Creek Winter Festival will take place Feb. 4 – 6. The public is welcome to play and eat all day under the heated tent, located on the waterfront in Fish Creek’s Clark Park, with music, raffles, and a variety of fun and funky games.
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Whitefish Dunes State Park Hosts Sale and Candlelight Ski
On Saturday, Jan. 29, Whitefish Dunes State Park will host two events, a Book and Bake Sale and a Candlelight Ski. The Book and Bake Sale will be at the Nature Center, sponsored by the Friends of Whitefish Dunes.
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Whitefish Dunes State Park Hosts Sale and Candlelight Ski
On Saturday, Jan. 29, Whitefish Dunes State Park will host two events, a Book and Bake Sale and a Candlelight Ski. The Book and Bake Sale will be at the Nature Center, sponsored by the Friends of Whitefish Dunes.
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Door County’s Peninsula State Park Hosts Family Ski/Snowshoe
The public is welcome to join Peninsula State Park staff and volunteers for a Family Ski/Snowshoe on Saturday, Jan. 22 from 1 – 3 pm. Participants are asked to meet at the warming shelter near Lot 5.
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Door County’s Peninsula State Park Hosts Family Ski/Snowshoe
The public is welcome to join Peninsula State Park staff and volunteers for a Family Ski/Snowshoe on Saturday, Jan. 22 from 1 – 3 pm. Participants are asked to meet at the warming shelter near Lot 5.
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Egg Harbor Introduces Winter Harbor Madness
Featuring an ice-fishing tournament, snowmobile poker run, and dance, Winter Harbor Madness, introduced by the Egg Harbor Business Association, will be held on Saturday, Jan.
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Egg Harbor Introduces Winter Harbor Madness
Featuring an ice-fishing tournament, snowmobile poker run, and dance, Winter Harbor Madness, introduced by the Egg Harbor Business Association, will be held on Saturday, Jan.
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At the Crossroads of Sturgeon Bay
Crossroads at Big Creek will continue offering programming and educational opportunities throughout January. On Saturday, Jan. 9 the Friends of the Crossroads will host a free “Community Ski."
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At the Crossroads of Sturgeon Bay
Crossroads at Big Creek will continue offering programming and educational opportunities throughout January. On Saturday, Jan. 9 the Friends of the Crossroads will host a free “Community Ski."
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Ridges Sanctuary of Baileys Harbor Hosts Snowshoe Hike
Part of the series “No Family Left Inside,” a family snowshoe hike will take place at The Ridges Sanctuary in Baileys Harbor Jan. 15, starting at 10 am at the Ridges’ Marshall Cabin (8288 Hwy Q, Baileys Harbor).
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Ridges Sanctuary of Baileys Harbor Hosts Snowshoe Hike
Part of the series “No Family Left Inside,” a family snowshoe hike will take place at The Ridges Sanctuary in Baileys Harbor Jan. 15, starting at 10 am at the Ridges’ Marshall Cabin (8288 Hwy Q, Baileys Harbor).
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The Best Ingredients for Snowshoeing
“If you can walk, you can snowshoe,” said Karen Newbern, assistant director and naturalist at Door County’s Ridges Sanctuary in Baileys Harbor. Snowshoeing requires less coordination, practice, and explanation than skiing, and can easily be an activity in which the whole family can participate.
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The Best Ingredients for Snowshoeing
“If you can walk, you can snowshoe,” said Karen Newbern, assistant director and naturalist at Door County’s Ridges Sanctuary in Baileys Harbor. Snowshoeing requires less coordination, practice, and explanation than skiing, and can easily be an activity in which the whole family can participate.
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Door Shakespeare Presents “The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (abridged)!”
Door Shakespeare has expanded its season to include both winter and fall performances of The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (abridged)! Performances will be held at Third Avenue Playhouse on Feb. 11 - 13 and 18 - 20.
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Door Shakespeare Presents “The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (abridged)!”
Door Shakespeare has expanded its season to include both winter and fall performances of The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (abridged)! Performances will be held at Third Avenue Playhouse on Feb. 11 - 13 and 18 - 20.
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DCA Hosts Door County Idol February 5
Eight finalists will compete in the Door County Idol competition this year, which will take place in conjunction with the Fish Creek Winter Festival at 7 pm on Saturday, Feb. 5 at the Door Community Auditorium.
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DCA Hosts Door County Idol February 5
Eight finalists will compete in the Door County Idol competition this year, which will take place in conjunction with the Fish Creek Winter Festival at 7 pm on Saturday, Feb. 5 at the Door Community Auditorium.
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Article posted Tuesday, January 4, 2011 2:02pm
Question: The tug John Purves, which serves as a floating addition to the Door County Maritime Museum, had two other monikers in its lifetime. What were they?
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Article posted Tuesday, January 4, 2011 2:02pm
Question: The tug John Purves, which serves as a floating addition to the Door County Maritime Museum, had two other monikers in its lifetime. What were they?
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Congratulations to Tom “Bucky” Kupfer of Going Garbage Collection Service!
Another real early riser, / before dogs are up and on guard, / while most are still deep in their dreams, / he’s busily unlocking the yard.
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Congratulations to Tom “Bucky” Kupfer of Going Garbage Collection Service!
Another real early riser, / before dogs are up and on guard, / while most are still deep in their dreams, / he’s busily unlocking the yard.
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Article posted Tuesday, January 4, 2011 1:58pm
Leo (July 23 – August 22): Great spasms on your TV screen which do not match those on your cell phone are an indication that your petition to become Chicago’s next mayor is being held up at the state level.
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Article posted Tuesday, January 4, 2011 1:58pm
Leo (July 23 – August 22): Great spasms on your TV screen which do not match those on your cell phone are an indication that your petition to become Chicago’s next mayor is being held up at the state level.
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Pet Peeves, Shout Outs, and Overheards
“When all the snow melts in the beginning of January!”
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Pet Peeves, Shout Outs, and Overheards
“When all the snow melts in the beginning of January!”
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Cole Biwer and Jesse Johnson (and apparently Eeyore, too) got into the holiday spirit for Husby’s Ugly Christmas Sweater party. Photo submitted by Kayla Geeve.
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Cole Biwer and Jesse Johnson (and apparently Eeyore, too) got into the holiday spirit for Husby’s Ugly Christmas Sweater party. Photo submitted by Kayla Geeve.
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Raddadtz and Kuhns Perform with the Next Generation at Jo Joe’s
Mark Raddatz with sons Seth and Austin and Jeanne Kuhns with daughter Mary Beth Mattson will perform original and traditional folk and blues at Jo Joe’s in Ephraim on Friday, Jan. 14 from 6:30 – 8:30 pm as part of their Winter Music Series.
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Raddadtz and Kuhns Perform with the Next Generation at Jo Joe’s
Mark Raddatz with sons Seth and Austin and Jeanne Kuhns with daughter Mary Beth Mattson will perform original and traditional folk and blues at Jo Joe’s in Ephraim on Friday, Jan. 14 from 6:30 – 8:30 pm as part of their Winter Music Series.
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Joe Jo’s of Ephraim Hosts Captain John
Captain John will bring his 12-string acoustic music to Joe Jo’s Pizza and Gelato in Ephraim on Jan. 8, 5 – 7 pm. Recently returning to Door County, Captain John will perform a mix of nautical, folk, oldies, bluegrass and gospel music.
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Joe Jo’s of Ephraim Hosts Captain John
Captain John will bring his 12-string acoustic music to Joe Jo’s Pizza and Gelato in Ephraim on Jan. 8, 5 – 7 pm. Recently returning to Door County, Captain John will perform a mix of nautical, folk, oldies, bluegrass and gospel music.
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Door Community Auditorium of Fish Creek Presents Lynn Gudmundsen
A long-time musical favorite in Door County, violinist Lynn Gudmundsen will kick off the 2011 Fireside Coffeehouse Concert Series at the Door Community Auditorium.
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Door Community Auditorium of Fish Creek Presents Lynn Gudmundsen
A long-time musical favorite in Door County, violinist Lynn Gudmundsen will kick off the 2011 Fireside Coffeehouse Concert Series at the Door Community Auditorium.
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The White Gull Inn of Door County Hosts Lou and Peter Berryman
The singer/songwriter duo Lou and Peter Berryman will be featured at the White Gull Inn in Fish Creek on Wednesday, Jan. 12. Tickets for the 8 pm concert, the third in a series of seven, are $15.
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The White Gull Inn of Door County Hosts Lou and Peter Berryman
The singer/songwriter duo Lou and Peter Berryman will be featured at the White Gull Inn in Fish Creek on Wednesday, Jan. 12. Tickets for the 8 pm concert, the third in a series of seven, are $15.
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Door County’s Glas Hosts Midweek Open Mic on Wednesdays
Glas introduced Midweek Open Mic in October with plans on continuing the weekly entertainment through November. They are excited to announce the continuation of Midweek Open Mic every Wednesday from 7-10 pm.
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Door County’s Glas Hosts Midweek Open Mic on Wednesdays
Glas introduced Midweek Open Mic in October with plans on continuing the weekly entertainment through November. They are excited to announce the continuation of Midweek Open Mic every Wednesday from 7-10 pm.
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Abnormal Cattle Performs at Door County’s Husby’s to Celebrate Release of “Figure 1”
If you’ve been looking for a new record to buy, you’ll want to be at Husby’s on January 7 as Abnormal Cattle releases their new 12” LP on 150-gram vinyl (with accompanying CD version) titled Figure 1.
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Abnormal Cattle Performs at Door County’s Husby’s to Celebrate Release of “Figure 1”
If you’ve been looking for a new record to buy, you’ll want to be at Husby’s on January 7 as Abnormal Cattle releases their new 12” LP on 150-gram vinyl (with accompanying CD version) titled Figure 1.
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UUF of Door County Screens “The Story of Stuff”
As a part of “Movies that Matter,” The Story of Stuff will be screened on Tuesday, Jan. 18 at 4:30 pm at the Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Door County in Ephraim.
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UUF of Door County Screens “The Story of Stuff”
As a part of “Movies that Matter,” The Story of Stuff will be screened on Tuesday, Jan. 18 at 4:30 pm at the Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Door County in Ephraim.
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Door County Sail & Power Squadron Offers Boating Classes
The Door County Sail & Power Squadron is continuing to offer advanced boating classes to the public. “Engine Maintenance,” an eight-week course, will begin Monday, Jan. 10 at Northwest Wisconsin Technical College in Sturgeon Bay from 6:30 - 8:30 pm.
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Door County Sail & Power Squadron Offers Boating Classes
The Door County Sail & Power Squadron is continuing to offer advanced boating classes to the public. “Engine Maintenance,” an eight-week course, will begin Monday, Jan. 10 at Northwest Wisconsin Technical College in Sturgeon Bay from 6:30 - 8:30 pm.
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Door County Maritime Museum Presents Winter Speakers Series
The Door County Maritime Museum in Sturgeon Bay launched its popular Winter Speakers Series on Thursday, Jan. 6 at 7 pm. A retired Coast Guard captain, Maritime Museum Executive Director Bob Desh presented the first lecture, entitled “Guardians of the Inland Sea: A Brief History of the United States Coast Guard on the Great Lakes.
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Door County Maritime Museum Presents Winter Speakers Series
The Door County Maritime Museum in Sturgeon Bay launched its popular Winter Speakers Series on Thursday, Jan. 6 at 7 pm. A retired Coast Guard captain, Maritime Museum Executive Director Bob Desh presented the first lecture, entitled “Guardians of the Inland Sea: A Brief History of the United States Coast Guard on the Great Lakes.
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DCA Begins Distinguished Lecture Series with Dr. Edward Risden
The St. Norbert College Distinguished Lecture Series will begin Saturday, Jan. 15 at the Door Community Auditorium. At 9 am, Dr. Edward Risden, Professor of English at St. Norbert College, will deliver his lecture “The Emergence of the Renaissance Mind.”
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DCA Begins Distinguished Lecture Series with Dr. Edward Risden
The St. Norbert College Distinguished Lecture Series will begin Saturday, Jan. 15 at the Door Community Auditorium. At 9 am, Dr. Edward Risden, Professor of English at St. Norbert College, will deliver his lecture “The Emergence of the Renaissance Mind.”
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Door Community Auditorium Kicks Off Souper Movie Series with “The Sting”
The Sting will be presented as the first movie in the Door Community Auditorium’s new venture, the Souper Movies Series. In conjunction with a canned food drive, several classic films will be shown at the auditorium, and admission is free with a donation of canned food goods to benefit Feed My People.
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Door Community Auditorium Kicks Off Souper Movie Series with “The Sting”
The Sting will be presented as the first movie in the Door Community Auditorium’s new venture, the Souper Movies Series. In conjunction with a canned food drive, several classic films will be shown at the auditorium, and admission is free with a donation of canned food goods to benefit Feed My People.
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Door County’s Base Camp Hosts “Mini Movie Night”
Base Camp Coffee Bar is Sister Bay will host their 2nd annual “Mini Movie Night” on Friday, Jan. 28 at 7 pm. Movie submission are accepted on DVD format, inquire at Base Camp.
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Door County’s Base Camp Hosts “Mini Movie Night”
Base Camp Coffee Bar is Sister Bay will host their 2nd annual “Mini Movie Night” on Friday, Jan. 28 at 7 pm. Movie submission are accepted on DVD format, inquire at Base Camp.
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Fast, easy and fresh, Sub Express offers fresh subs made to order, wraps, salads, and pizza by the slice from Pizza Primo. “For under $8.88? There are, of course, the subs, as well as pizza, hot dogs and hamburgers,” said Dave Lienau, the owner of Sub Express.
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Fast, easy and fresh, Sub Express offers fresh subs made to order, wraps, salads, and pizza by the slice from Pizza Primo. “For under $8.88? There are, of course, the subs, as well as pizza, hot dogs and hamburgers,” said Dave Lienau, the owner of Sub Express.
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American Life in Poetry: Column 299
Here’s a poem by Christopher Todd Matthews that I especially like for the depiction of the little boy who makes more of a snowball than we would have expected was there.
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American Life in Poetry: Column 299
Here’s a poem by Christopher Todd Matthews that I especially like for the depiction of the little boy who makes more of a snowball than we would have expected was there.
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Dickinson Poetry Series Features Gary Jones
Gary Jones will be the featured poet in the UU Fellowship’s Dickinson Poetry Series on January 12 at 7 pm. For much of his life Jones has written poetry for his own satisfaction, and occasionally for that of contest judges and journal editors.
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Dickinson Poetry Series Features Gary Jones
Gary Jones will be the featured poet in the UU Fellowship’s Dickinson Poetry Series on January 12 at 7 pm. For much of his life Jones has written poetry for his own satisfaction, and occasionally for that of contest judges and journal editors.
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Door County Reads “Fahrenheit 451”
The public is welcome, and encouraged, to attend and participate in reading, discussing, and thinking about Ray Bradbury’s book Fahrenheit 451 as a part of “Door County Reads."
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Door County Reads “Fahrenheit 451”
The public is welcome, and encouraged, to attend and participate in reading, discussing, and thinking about Ray Bradbury’s book Fahrenheit 451 as a part of “Door County Reads."
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My gaze leaves the dark blue October sky / Settling on the newly bared branches of trees / Patiently setting buds for the coming winter.
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My gaze leaves the dark blue October sky / Settling on the newly bared branches of trees / Patiently setting buds for the coming winter.
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I've worn you hard, old friends, / black clogs made in Israel, / brought to me by Mary at What Next. Your generous toebox / has camouflaged my bent feet / and postponed surgery.
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I've worn you hard, old friends, / black clogs made in Israel, / brought to me by Mary at What Next. Your generous toebox / has camouflaged my bent feet / and postponed surgery.
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Fish Creek Oil Painter Featured at UU Gallery
Don Fundingsland will exhibit oil paintings at the UU Gallery in Ephraim throughout January. There will be an opening reception Jan. 9 from 11 am – 2 pm.
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Fish Creek Oil Painter Featured at UU Gallery
Don Fundingsland will exhibit oil paintings at the UU Gallery in Ephraim throughout January. There will be an opening reception Jan. 9 from 11 am – 2 pm.
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The Eclipse Gallery Opens “The Milkweed Project & Other Flawless Fibers”
The public is welcome to the opening reception of “The Milkweed Project & Other Flawless Fibers” on Friday, Jan. 14 from 5 – 8 pm at The Eclipse Gallery in Algoma.
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The Eclipse Gallery Opens “The Milkweed Project & Other Flawless Fibers”
The public is welcome to the opening reception of “The Milkweed Project & Other Flawless Fibers” on Friday, Jan. 14 from 5 – 8 pm at The Eclipse Gallery in Algoma.
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Q &A: Questions and Artists – Steve Hall
The Peninsula Pulse has teamed up with the Door County Art League (DCAL) to reprint portions of interviews conducted by Randy Rasmussen with various artists. Steve Hall is one of the busiest teaching artists in Britain. In addition to teaching, he is a prolific artist using a loose flowing style emphasizing a "big mop" brush.
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Q &A: Questions and Artists – Steve Hall
The Peninsula Pulse has teamed up with the Door County Art League (DCAL) to reprint portions of interviews conducted by Randy Rasmussen with various artists. Steve Hall is one of the busiest teaching artists in Britain. In addition to teaching, he is a prolific artist using a loose flowing style emphasizing a "big mop" brush.
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Young Artists Experience the Wild Side of Art
The Family Centers of Door County and the Art of Music will present Art on the Wild Side on Friday, Jan. 21 from 8:30 am – 12 pm at the Southern Door Family Center.
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Young Artists Experience the Wild Side of Art
The Family Centers of Door County and the Art of Music will present Art on the Wild Side on Friday, Jan. 21 from 8:30 am – 12 pm at the Southern Door Family Center.
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Buy Local (and Give Local, Too)!
A few months ago, Door County business and civic leaders launched the “Buy Local” initiative under the tag line, “spend it here, keep it here.” The idea is simple.
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Buy Local (and Give Local, Too)!
A few months ago, Door County business and civic leaders launched the “Buy Local” initiative under the tag line, “spend it here, keep it here.” The idea is simple.
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Door County Cross Country Ski Report for Dec. 30
Unseasonably mild temperatures December 29-31 are eroding ski conditions across all of Door County but there are still places left to ski.
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Door County Cross Country Ski Report for Dec. 30
Unseasonably mild temperatures December 29-31 are eroding ski conditions across all of Door County but there are still places left to ski.
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Jumping into Lake Michigan on January 1 in Jacksonport may be crazy, but doing it right – and in some small degree of comfort – does involve a little planning.
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Jumping into Lake Michigan on January 1 in Jacksonport may be crazy, but doing it right – and in some small degree of comfort – does involve a little planning.
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The Wave (It’s Okay Not to Wave)
The following is an excerpt from Richard Purinton's new book, Bridges Are Still News: Island Essays, Poems and Photos, now available at local booksellers.
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The Wave (It’s Okay Not to Wave)
The following is an excerpt from Richard Purinton's new book, Bridges Are Still News: Island Essays, Poems and Photos, now available at local booksellers.
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Door County Cross Country Ski Report for December 23
All of Door County has received two significant snowfalls. All ski areas are open. Trail groomers have been out working and report the following conditions.
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Door County Cross Country Ski Report for December 23
All of Door County has received two significant snowfalls. All ski areas are open. Trail groomers have been out working and report the following conditions.
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2010 Hal Grutzmacher’s Writers’ Exposé & Photography Jubilee
Winners of Peninsula Pulse's 2010 Writers' Expose and Photography Jubilee.
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2010 Hal Grutzmacher’s Writers’ Exposé & Photography Jubilee
Winners of Peninsula Pulse's 2010 Writers' Expose and Photography Jubilee.