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  • Jacksonport Neighborhood Association meets

    • The Shores of Jacksonport Neighborhood Association (SJNA) met July 3 to discuss Lake Michigan, environmental issues, neighborhood services and other topics of interest to members of the association.

  • Jacksonport Neighborhood Association meets

    • The Shores of Jacksonport Neighborhood Association (SJNA) met July 3 to discuss Lake Michigan, environmental issues, neighborhood services and other topics of interest to members of the association.

  • Cholesterol screening offered by Public Health

    • A cholesterol screening is being offered by the Door County Public Health Department Thursday, July 21 by appointment only. The screenings are available by appointment only and cost $30.

  • Cholesterol screening offered by Public Health

    • A cholesterol screening is being offered by the Door County Public Health Department Thursday, July 21 by appointment only. The screenings are available by appointment only and cost $30.

  • Northern Door County Volleyball Results and Schedule

    It’s getting tight at the top. Husby’s dropped one to Off A Horse, giving Nicolet and Gray-Aire just one game behind. Next week the Peninsula Pulse, now in 4th, faces the tough double-header matchup of Gray-Aire Dairy and Husby’s, two of the leagues top two teams.

  • Northern Door County Volleyball Results and Schedule

    It’s getting tight at the top. Husby’s dropped one to Off A Horse, giving Nicolet and Gray-Aire just one game behind. Next week the Peninsula Pulse, now in 4th, faces the tough double-header matchup of Gray-Aire Dairy and Husby’s, two of the leagues top two teams.

  • Next Week: The Pulse Celebrates Door County League Baseball

    Door County League Baseball (DCL) is one of those facets of life so engrained throughout the county that many people look forward to the game all week.

  • Next Week: The Pulse Celebrates Door County League Baseball

    Door County League Baseball (DCL) is one of those facets of life so engrained throughout the county that many people look forward to the game all week.

  • Great Lakes Study Meeting at TAP July 18

    The International Upper Great Lakes Study Committee is holding a public hearing at the Third Avenue Playhouse at 7 pm July 18 to discuss its latest report on possible human manipulation of Great Lakes water levels.

  • Great Lakes Study Meeting at TAP July 18

    The International Upper Great Lakes Study Committee is holding a public hearing at the Third Avenue Playhouse at 7 pm July 18 to discuss its latest report on possible human manipulation of Great Lakes water levels.

  • It Begins with Grief

    and the clay / the brush / the pen call out

  • It Begins with Grief

    and the clay / the brush / the pen call out

  • Mourning

    this face / was my touching / one last time / drawing / sculpting / with my fingers

  • Mourning

    this face / was my touching / one last time / drawing / sculpting / with my fingers

  • Mourning

    We used to do it openly. / Women in a young America / made mourning pictures, / embroidered, painted, crafted / with patience and skill.

  • When Art Inspires Art

    This past winter, a group of Door County poets including Nancy Rafal, Sharon Auberle, Francha Barnard, and Estella Lauter crowded around a glass bust by Deanna Clayton entitled "Under the Veil of Mourning."

  • American Life in Poetry: Column 325

    Many of us have attempted to console friends who have recently been divorced, and though it can be a pretty hard sell, we have assured them that things will indeed be better with the passage of time.

  • New Poems Line Poetry Trail in Door County

    The current exhibit on Newport State Park’s Poetry Trail features poems from The Unabridged Poetry Group. The display will run through the month of September.

  • New Poems Line Poetry Trail in Door County

    The current exhibit on Newport State Park’s Poetry Trail features poems from The Unabridged Poetry Group. The display will run through the month of September.

  • Door County Resident Releases “The Accidental Soldier”

    The Accidental Soldier is a World War II novel written by Door County resident Ben Bailey. His main character is Mitchell Morgan, an American graduate student in history, who travel to Germany and France in 1939 and 1940 to improve his foreign language skills.

  • Door County Resident Releases “The Accidental Soldier”

    The Accidental Soldier is a World War II novel written by Door County resident Ben Bailey. His main character is Mitchell Morgan, an American graduate student in history, who travel to Germany and France in 1939 and 1940 to improve his foreign language skills.

  • Out of the Water

    As day breaks on July 18, 2010, Door County Triathlon Race Director Sean Ryan is glued to his radio. A thousand athletes will soon descend on Frank Murphy County Park in Egg Harbor for the Half Iron event, and a bank of heavy clouds hangs ominously over Green Bay.

  • Hope United Church of Door County Presents David Beck

    Hope United Church of Christ will present the fourth concert of their 2011 Summer Concert Series "Love and War" featuring David Beck on the piano. The concert will take place July 19 at 7 pm.

  • Hope United Church of Door County Presents David Beck

    Hope United Church of Christ will present the fourth concert of their 2011 Summer Concert Series "Love and War" featuring David Beck on the piano. The concert will take place July 19 at 7 pm.

  • Peg Egan PAC of Door County Features Five by Design

    Five by Design will perform as a part of the Peg Egan Performing Art Center’s Sunset Concert Series. The concert will take place at the center, located on Church Street in Egg Harbor, on July 17 at 7 pm.

  • Peg Egan PAC of Door County Features Five by Design

    Five by Design will perform as a part of the Peg Egan Performing Art Center’s Sunset Concert Series. The concert will take place at the center, located on Church Street in Egg Harbor, on July 17 at 7 pm.

  • Birch Creek Musicians Study More Than Just Music

    G. Allan “Al” O’Connor came to Birch Creek at the request of Birch Creek’s founder, Jim Dutton, to start the steel band program in 1982. “I’ll stay one year,” O’Connor told Dutton.

  • Birch Creek Musicians Study More Than Just Music

    G. Allan “Al” O’Connor came to Birch Creek at the request of Birch Creek’s founder, Jim Dutton, to start the steel band program in 1982. “I’ll stay one year,” O’Connor told Dutton.

  • Napa Valley Merlot with Cornish Game Hens and Sauvignon Blanc with Goat Cheese Salad

    This week we travel to Napa Valley in the North Coast region of California. Napa Valley is considered one of the top wine growing regions in the world, dating commercial wine production back to the 19th century and premium production beginning in the 1960s.

  • Napa Valley Merlot with Cornish Game Hens and Sauvignon Blanc with Goat Cheese Salad

    This week we travel to Napa Valley in the North Coast region of California. Napa Valley is considered one of the top wine growing regions in the world, dating commercial wine production back to the 19th century and premium production beginning in the 1960s.

  • Congratulations to Roy Swanson

    To see our server of the week It’s at Lautenbachs he’ll be found. Check out the pretty, flowers and shrubs. Roy’s the one with his hands in the ground.

  • Congratulations to Roy Swanson

    To see our server of the week It’s at Lautenbachs he’ll be found. Check out the pretty, flowers and shrubs. Roy’s the one with his hands in the ground.

  • Article posted Wednesday, July 13, 2011 2:01pm

    Cancer (June 22 – July 22): For you Cancer, all we can say is: more meowing, less growling and please trim your nails. Leo (July 23 – August 22): You tend to be a little forgetful when it comes to birthdays, but you excel in remembering when people owe you money.

  • Article posted Wednesday, July 13, 2011 2:01pm

    Cancer (June 22 – July 22): For you Cancer, all we can say is: more meowing, less growling and please trim your nails. Leo (July 23 – August 22): You tend to be a little forgetful when it comes to birthdays, but you excel in remembering when people owe you money.

  • Overheards, Obsessions, and Pet Peeves

    OVERHEARD Are there tid-bits of conversations you’ve heard while standing in line at the grocery store, serving a table, or walking down the sidewalk that make you smile, cringe or laugh out loud? “I’ve discovered that Uncle Don is my idol.

  • Overheards, Obsessions, and Pet Peeves

    OVERHEARD Are there tid-bits of conversations you’ve heard while standing in line at the grocery store, serving a table, or walking down the sidewalk that make you smile, cringe or laugh out loud? “I’ve discovered that Uncle Don is my idol.

  • Article posted Wednesday, July 13, 2011 1:58pm

    Question: Which town/village was the first to be established in Door County?

  • Article posted Wednesday, July 13, 2011 1:58pm

    Question: Which town/village was the first to be established in Door County?

  • Article posted Wednesday, July 13, 2011 1:57pm

    Dear Miss Manners, It has been a year since the smoking in public places ban has been law and I have not seen one violation by anyone and, I ought to know, because I spend a lot of time in bars which used to be blue with smoke.

  • Article posted Wednesday, July 13, 2011 1:57pm

    Dear Miss Manners, It has been a year since the smoking in public places ban has been law and I have not seen one violation by anyone and, I ought to know, because I spend a lot of time in bars which used to be blue with smoke.

  • FRAMED!

    Chris and Liz Hecht take in the view from atop the 100-foot ladder on the Sister Bay/Liberty Grove ladder truck during the 4th of July parade in Baileys Harbor.

  • FRAMED!

    Chris and Liz Hecht take in the view from atop the 100-foot ladder on the Sister Bay/Liberty Grove ladder truck during the 4th of July parade in Baileys Harbor.

  • Claudia Russell Performs in Sturgeon Bay’s Marin Park

    Smoky-voiced Claudia Russell will perform for Harmony by the Bay concert series on July 20 at 7 pm at Martin Park in Sturgeon Bay. “Singer-songwriter Claudia Russell is a vocalist in the old-fashioned sense.

  • Claudia Russell Performs in Sturgeon Bay’s Marin Park

    Smoky-voiced Claudia Russell will perform for Harmony by the Bay concert series on July 20 at 7 pm at Martin Park in Sturgeon Bay. “Singer-songwriter Claudia Russell is a vocalist in the old-fashioned sense.

  • Holiday Music Motel Presents Performance/Gallery Show by Walter Salas-Humara

    On July 17 from 7 – 10 pm, the Holiday Music Motel of Sturgeon Bay will feature a performance and gallery show by Walter Salas-Humara of The Silos. The gallery show will feature Salas-Humara’s collection of paintings known as Walter’s Dogs.

  • Holiday Music Motel Presents Performance/Gallery Show by Walter Salas-Humara

    On July 17 from 7 – 10 pm, the Holiday Music Motel of Sturgeon Bay will feature a performance and gallery show by Walter Salas-Humara of The Silos. The gallery show will feature Salas-Humara’s collection of paintings known as Walter’s Dogs.

  • 5 Milers Perform Benefit Concert at Door Community Auditorium

    The 5 Milers, a folk music group, will be returning to Door County to perform a benefit concert on July 23 at the Door Community Auditorium (DCA) in Fish Creek.

  • 5 Milers Perform Benefit Concert at Door Community Auditorium

    The 5 Milers, a folk music group, will be returning to Door County to perform a benefit concert on July 23 at the Door Community Auditorium (DCA) in Fish Creek.

  • Third Avenue Presents Annual Hagen Family Concert

    The Hagen Family will bring its rich legacy of music to Third Avenue Playhouse on July 23 at 7:30 pm. Often referred to as Washington Island’s version of the Von Trapps, family members Julian Hagen and his sisters Leila Nehlsen and Linda Swan learned to sing and play from their late father, Jack.

  • Third Avenue Presents Annual Hagen Family Concert

    The Hagen Family will bring its rich legacy of music to Third Avenue Playhouse on July 23 at 7:30 pm. Often referred to as Washington Island’s version of the Von Trapps, family members Julian Hagen and his sisters Leila Nehlsen and Linda Swan learned to sing and play from their late father, Jack.

  • Woodwalk Gallery of Door County Features a Solo Concert by Eli Mattson

    On July 15 at 7 pm, Eli Mattson will perform an intimate solo concert of new compositions and old favorites at Woodwalk Gallery. In 2008 the country was introduced to Mattson’s passionate baritone vocals and stunning piano playing and voted Mattson second place winner on the 2008’s America’s Got Talent TV show.

  • Woodwalk Gallery of Door County Features a Solo Concert by Eli Mattson

    On July 15 at 7 pm, Eli Mattson will perform an intimate solo concert of new compositions and old favorites at Woodwalk Gallery. In 2008 the country was introduced to Mattson’s passionate baritone vocals and stunning piano playing and voted Mattson second place winner on the 2008’s America’s Got Talent TV show.

  • Door County Maritime Museum Classic & Wood Boat Festival Calls for Entries

    The Door County Maritime Museum Classic & Wood Boat Festival is making its annual call for entries. The festival is scheduled for the weekend of August 6 and 7 and annually features a remarkable assortment of vessels with awards for power, sail and self-powered boats.

  • Door County Maritime Museum Classic & Wood Boat Festival Calls for Entries

    The Door County Maritime Museum Classic & Wood Boat Festival is making its annual call for entries. The festival is scheduled for the weekend of August 6 and 7 and annually features a remarkable assortment of vessels with awards for power, sail and self-powered boats.

  • Sturgeon Bay Hosts Maritime Festival

    The first annual Sturgeon Bay Maritime Festival will include many events to honor local Coast Guard personnel and their families. Officially titled the “Sturgeon Bay Maritime Festival: Salute to the U.S. Coast Guard," the week of community events will kick off with the Sail Thru the Avenues Side Walk Sale on July 28.

  • Sturgeon Bay Hosts Maritime Festival

    The first annual Sturgeon Bay Maritime Festival will include many events to honor local Coast Guard personnel and their families. Officially titled the “Sturgeon Bay Maritime Festival: Salute to the U.S. Coast Guard," the week of community events will kick off with the Sail Thru the Avenues Side Walk Sale on July 28.

  • Ridges Sanctuary of Baileys Harbor Offers Various Programs

    The Ridges Sanctuary in Baileys Harbor provides refuge for some of Door County’s rarest treasures, and the sanctuary will continue to provide educational programming about these treasures.

  • Ridges Sanctuary of Baileys Harbor Offers Various Programs

    The Ridges Sanctuary in Baileys Harbor provides refuge for some of Door County’s rarest treasures, and the sanctuary will continue to provide educational programming about these treasures.

  • Peninsula State Park of Door County Offers Various Programs

    Peninsula State Park is offering a variety of programs in July. The public is invited to attend a star gazing program on July 17 beginning at 9 pm at Nicolet Beach.

  • Peninsula State Park of Door County Offers Various Programs

    Peninsula State Park is offering a variety of programs in July. The public is invited to attend a star gazing program on July 17 beginning at 9 pm at Nicolet Beach.

  • Ellison Bay Hosts Arts & Crafts Fair and Antique Tractor & Engine Show

    Liberty Grove Historical Society Juried Arts and Crafts Fair and the Antique Tractor & Engine Show will be held July 23 from 10 am – 5 pm and July 24 from 10 am – 4 pm.

  • Ellison Bay Hosts Arts & Crafts Fair and Antique Tractor & Engine Show

    Liberty Grove Historical Society Juried Arts and Crafts Fair and the Antique Tractor & Engine Show will be held July 23 from 10 am – 5 pm and July 24 from 10 am – 4 pm.

  • Gravity Trails of Door County Offers Gem Mining

    Gravity Trails Zip Line and Kayak Tours of Door County is now offering gem mining as its newest activity. Adults and children of all ages can now purchase pails of gem enriched soil and sift through them in a 16-foot mining flume, which pumps 80 gallons of water a minute.

  • Gravity Trails of Door County Offers Gem Mining

    Gravity Trails Zip Line and Kayak Tours of Door County is now offering gem mining as its newest activity. Adults and children of all ages can now purchase pails of gem enriched soil and sift through them in a 16-foot mining flume, which pumps 80 gallons of water a minute.

  • Various Programs at the Crossroads of Door County

    Crossroads at Big Creek will continue offering programming and educational opportunities throughout July. July 17 a Quilt Show and Ice Cream Social will take place at The Historical Village.

  • Various Programs at the Crossroads of Door County

    Crossroads at Big Creek will continue offering programming and educational opportunities throughout July. July 17 a Quilt Show and Ice Cream Social will take place at The Historical Village.

  • Lee Traven Named Philanthropist of the Year

    This article appeared in the 2010 Philanthropy Issue of the Peninsula Pulse. Yesterday Lee Traven was named the Door County Community Foundation's Philanthropist of the Year.

  • Lee Traven Named Philanthropist of the Year

    This article appeared in the 2010 Philanthropy Issue of the Peninsula Pulse. Yesterday Lee Traven was named the Door County Community Foundation's Philanthropist of the Year.

  • 51st Annual House & Garden Walk Features Homes Throughout Door County

    The Door County Medical Center Auxiliary will present the 51st House & Garden Walk on July 26 from 9 am – 5 pm. The event will feature the beautiful homes of Dylan Lauger of Sturgeon Bay, Ed Fenendael & Frank Villigan of Baileys Harbor, Karl & Lyn Huber of Egg Harbor, Mitch & Mary Heinrichs of Fish Creek and David & Joann Thomas of Sister Bay.

  • 51st Annual House & Garden Walk Features Homes Throughout Door County

    The Door County Medical Center Auxiliary will present the 51st House & Garden Walk on July 26 from 9 am – 5 pm. The event will feature the beautiful homes of Dylan Lauger of Sturgeon Bay, Ed Fenendael & Frank Villigan of Baileys Harbor, Karl & Lyn Huber of Egg Harbor, Mitch & Mary Heinrichs of Fish Creek and David & Joann Thomas of Sister Bay.

  • Little Lake Nature Preserve, Washington Island

    The Little Lake Nature Preserve encompasses the north end of Little Lake, Washington Island’s only inland lake. Located within 250 feet of Lake Michigan, this 33-acre landlocked lake was created thousands of years ago when waves washed gravel and cobblestones across a shallow bay of glacial Lake Nippising (now Lake Michigan.)

  • Little Lake Nature Preserve, Washington Island

    The Little Lake Nature Preserve encompasses the north end of Little Lake, Washington Island’s only inland lake. Located within 250 feet of Lake Michigan, this 33-acre landlocked lake was created thousands of years ago when waves washed gravel and cobblestones across a shallow bay of glacial Lake Nippising (now Lake Michigan.)

  • Summer Smoothies with The Getaway Car Organic Juice Bar in Door County

    By Brittany Jordt Summer’s in full swing and there’s no better way to cool off or reboot than with a smoothie. Whether you need a boost before or after a long work shift, are heading to the beach or just wandering around the county, a smoothie refreshes and replenishes energy stores.

  • Summer Smoothies with The Getaway Car Organic Juice Bar in Door County

    By Brittany Jordt Summer’s in full swing and there’s no better way to cool off or reboot than with a smoothie. Whether you need a boost before or after a long work shift, are heading to the beach or just wandering around the county, a smoothie refreshes and replenishes energy stores.

  • Whiskey in a Jar and a Reel on the Fiddle

    A good Irish tune can sweep you up. It can make you crave a Guinness and a jig in a warm, dimly lit pub. Fortunately, Kitty O’Reilly’s provides just that on every first and third Wednesday of the month.

  • Whiskey in a Jar and a Reel on the Fiddle

    A good Irish tune can sweep you up. It can make you crave a Guinness and a jig in a warm, dimly lit pub. Fortunately, Kitty O’Reilly’s provides just that on every first and third Wednesday of the month.

  • Door County YMCA Hosts Kids Triathlon

    While the adults will be running, biking and swimming in Door County over the weekend, the youth in the area will also have an opportunity to try the sport of triathlons.

  • Door County YMCA Hosts Kids Triathlon

    While the adults will be running, biking and swimming in Door County over the weekend, the youth in the area will also have an opportunity to try the sport of triathlons.

  • Johnson Boys of Sister Bay Excel at Soccer

    Ian Johnson of Sister Bay, a 2010 graduate of Gibraltar High School, will be traveling with his soccer team from Loras College (Dubuque, Iowa) to Costa Rica in August to train and compete before the upcoming 2011 season.

  • Johnson Boys of Sister Bay Excel at Soccer

    Ian Johnson of Sister Bay, a 2010 graduate of Gibraltar High School, will be traveling with his soccer team from Loras College (Dubuque, Iowa) to Costa Rica in August to train and compete before the upcoming 2011 season.

  • Wrapping Up Door County’s “Running Green for Crossroads”

    Participants from as far away as Washington, Arizona, and Maryland, as well as hundreds of local Wisconsinites gathered for a second year in Sturgeon Bay on June 25 to partake in Door County’s only green trail running event held at the Crossroads at Big Creek.

  • Wrapping Up Door County’s “Running Green for Crossroads”

    Participants from as far away as Washington, Arizona, and Maryland, as well as hundreds of local Wisconsinites gathered for a second year in Sturgeon Bay on June 25 to partake in Door County’s only green trail running event held at the Crossroads at Big Creek.

  • Wisconsin Cheese Masters Store in Egg Harbor Hosts Katie Hedrich

    On July 27 at 2 pm, Katie Hedrich from LaClaire Farms will be sampling her “2011 Best in Show” winner, Evalon Cheese, at the Wisconsin Cheese Masters store in Egg Harbor.

  • Wisconsin Cheese Masters Store in Egg Harbor Hosts Katie Hedrich

    On July 27 at 2 pm, Katie Hedrich from LaClaire Farms will be sampling her “2011 Best in Show” winner, Evalon Cheese, at the Wisconsin Cheese Masters store in Egg Harbor.

  • The Clearing Folk School of Door County Hosts Ice Cream Social

    The Clearing Folk School will host an Old-Fashioned Ice Cream Social on July 20. The event will take place from 7 – 9 pm at the Jens Jensen Visitor Center, located at 12171 Garrett Bay Road, Ellison Bay.

  • The Clearing Folk School of Door County Hosts Ice Cream Social

    The Clearing Folk School will host an Old-Fashioned Ice Cream Social on July 20. The event will take place from 7 – 9 pm at the Jens Jensen Visitor Center, located at 12171 Garrett Bay Road, Ellison Bay.

  • Savory Spoon of Ellison Bay Hosts “Meet the Cheese Maker” Nights

    “Meet the Cheese Maker” nights are currently underway at the Savory Spoon Cooking School in Ellison Bay. The events begin at 6 pm Attendees will enjoy a glass of wine and taste incredible cheese while visiting the cheese maker.

  • Savory Spoon of Ellison Bay Hosts “Meet the Cheese Maker” Nights

    “Meet the Cheese Maker” nights are currently underway at the Savory Spoon Cooking School in Ellison Bay. The events begin at 6 pm Attendees will enjoy a glass of wine and taste incredible cheese while visiting the cheese maker.

  • Jacksonport Historical Society Celebrates Lakeshore Road

    Lakeshore Road will be the focus of the Jacksonport Historical Society’s meeting on July 27, taking place at 7 pm in the Jacksonport Town Hall. Past residents from across the country will join current Lakeshore Road and Jacksonport residents in sharing memories of the 0.85-mile stretch of road.

  • Jacksonport Historical Society Celebrates Lakeshore Road

    Lakeshore Road will be the focus of the Jacksonport Historical Society’s meeting on July 27, taking place at 7 pm in the Jacksonport Town Hall. Past residents from across the country will join current Lakeshore Road and Jacksonport residents in sharing memories of the 0.85-mile stretch of road.

  • Door County Sail & Power Squandron Presents “Advanced Powerboat Handling” Seminar

    On July 23, the Door County Sail & Power Squadron is offering a free two-hour seminar, “Advanced Powerboat Handling,” beginning at 9 am at SkipperBud’s Quarterdeck Marina, located at 705 Quarterdeck Lane in Sturgeon Bay.

  • Door County Sail & Power Squandron Presents “Advanced Powerboat Handling” Seminar

    On July 23, the Door County Sail & Power Squadron is offering a free two-hour seminar, “Advanced Powerboat Handling,” beginning at 9 am at SkipperBud’s Quarterdeck Marina, located at 705 Quarterdeck Lane in Sturgeon Bay.

  • Sister Bay Historical Society Hosts Ice Cream Social

    Popular local musicians David Hatch and Lynn Gudmundsen will combine their talents to provide entertainment at the annual Ice Cream Social hosted by the Sister Bay Historical Society.

  • Sister Bay Historical Society Hosts Ice Cream Social

    Popular local musicians David Hatch and Lynn Gudmundsen will combine their talents to provide entertainment at the annual Ice Cream Social hosted by the Sister Bay Historical Society.

  • A Loyal Following at The Clearing

    If you were to ask most any business owner “What’s your most valuable asset?” the answer would likely be “That’s easy. It’s our loyal customers.” This is certainly the case at The Clearing.

  • A Loyal Following at The Clearing

    If you were to ask most any business owner “What’s your most valuable asset?” the answer would likely be “That’s easy. It’s our loyal customers.” This is certainly the case at The Clearing.

  • Peninsula Players Theatre of Door County Presents “The Importance of Being Earnest”

    Oscar Wilde’s timeless comedy The Importance of Being Earnest is on stage at Peninsula Players Theater until July 24. In the play, Wilde showcases familiar comedic styles, pokes fun at well-known plot devices and is a master at verbal wit.

  • Peninsula Players Theatre of Door County Presents “The Importance of Being Earnest”

    Oscar Wilde’s timeless comedy The Importance of Being Earnest is on stage at Peninsula Players Theater until July 24. In the play, Wilde showcases familiar comedic styles, pokes fun at well-known plot devices and is a master at verbal wit.

  • Best Seat in the Woods: Door County’s American Folklore Theatre

    Summer is a time of rituals, and seeing a show at American Folklore Theatre is one of those annual needs to be fulfilled. Starting from the long, slow drive into Peninsula State Park, behind a cavalcade of cars, the sounds of birds and whispering leaves, through the hike up the path to the theatre, getting popcorn – every year, it’s the same, comforting start to every show.

  • Best Seat in the Woods: Door County’s American Folklore Theatre

    Summer is a time of rituals, and seeing a show at American Folklore Theatre is one of those annual needs to be fulfilled. Starting from the long, slow drive into Peninsula State Park, behind a cavalcade of cars, the sounds of birds and whispering leaves, through the hike up the path to the theatre, getting popcorn – every year, it’s the same, comforting start to every show.

  • The Community’s Garden

    Growing a garden takes a little time and effort, but the payback of picking your own tomatoes, peppers, cucumbers, and lettuces can be huge. The seeds cost very little, the food tastes better, and there’s a certain satisfaction that comes when one is aware of all the hard work that went into a healthy, edible final product.

  • The Community’s Garden

    Growing a garden takes a little time and effort, but the payback of picking your own tomatoes, peppers, cucumbers, and lettuces can be huge. The seeds cost very little, the food tastes better, and there’s a certain satisfaction that comes when one is aware of all the hard work that went into a healthy, edible final product.

  • Settlement Farmer’s Market of Door County

    The eighth season of the Settlement Farmer’s Market features a variety of vendors.

  • Settlement Farmer’s Market of Door County

    The eighth season of the Settlement Farmer’s Market features a variety of vendors.

  • Green Quote

    “The market is not telling the truth about the cost of fossil fuels. You can't believe the price at the gas pump. People pay twice for a tank of gas – once at the pump and once when they pay their taxes."

  • Green Quote

    “The market is not telling the truth about the cost of fossil fuels. You can't believe the price at the gas pump. People pay twice for a tank of gas – once at the pump and once when they pay their taxes."

  • Green Facts

    12: Times more global subsidies for fossil fuels in 2009 than for renewables

  • Green Facts

    12: Times more global subsidies for fossil fuels in 2009 than for renewables

  • Door County Golfer Profile: Les Berns

    Age: 93 Occupation: Retired Retail Lumber Dealer Home Course: Cherry Hills Handicap: 25 Best 18-hole score: 82 when I was 91 years old Years playing: 75 Hole-in-one(s): One, Maxwelton Braes Hole 17 Nicest Golf Course Ever Played: Disney World in Florida. Favorite Golf Memory: Witnessing Cam Fuller’s double eagle on par 5 number 6 at […]

  • Door County Golfer Profile: Les Berns

    Age: 93 Occupation: Retired Retail Lumber Dealer Home Course: Cherry Hills Handicap: 25 Best 18-hole score: 82 when I was 91 years old Years playing: 75 Hole-in-one(s): One, Maxwelton Braes Hole 17 Nicest Golf Course Ever Played: Disney World in Florida. Favorite Golf Memory: Witnessing Cam Fuller’s double eagle on par 5 number 6 at […]

  • Recent Door County Golf Results

    CHERRY HILLS Wednesday Night 3-PersonScramble League Standings• Top 3 from each divisionPalmer Flight (10 Teams)Place Team Name Points Score Scoring Average1. Kevin Kasten 56.5 36 34.62. Carl Beckstrom 49 33 33.73. Jason Fuller 48.5 30 32.1 Nicklaus Flight (8 Teams)Place Team Name Points Score Scoring Average1. Brad Hunsader 47 35 36.42. Randy Dvorak 44.5 36 […]

  • Recent Door County Golf Results

    CHERRY HILLS Wednesday Night 3-PersonScramble League Standings• Top 3 from each divisionPalmer Flight (10 Teams)Place Team Name Points Score Scoring Average1. Kevin Kasten 56.5 36 34.62. Carl Beckstrom 49 33 33.73. Jason Fuller 48.5 30 32.1 Nicklaus Flight (8 Teams)Place Team Name Points Score Scoring Average1. Brad Hunsader 47 35 36.42. Randy Dvorak 44.5 36 […]

  • Golf Tip: Driving

    Whether a PGA Tour competitor drives the ball incredibly long like VJ Singh or very straight like Fred Funk, reliable driving is a common denominator of all golf champions.

  • Golf Tip: Driving

    Whether a PGA Tour competitor drives the ball incredibly long like VJ Singh or very straight like Fred Funk, reliable driving is a common denominator of all golf champions.

  • Upcoming Door County Golf Events

    • Saturday, July 16: Night Golf at Stonehedge. 4-person scramble. $40 per person. Entry fee includes green fee with power cart, two Night Flyer golf balls, glow necklace, hole prizes, and food.

  • Upcoming Door County Golf Events

    • Saturday, July 16: Night Golf at Stonehedge. 4-person scramble. $40 per person. Entry fee includes green fee with power cart, two Night Flyer golf balls, glow necklace, hole prizes, and food.

  • Cam Fuller Organizes “Making the Turn”

    “Making the Turn” is organized by Cam Fuller, who plays golf on scholarship at the University of Wisconsin – Green Bay and is a 2008 graduate of Sevastopol High School, where he participated on the varsity golf team for four years and was a three-time Packerland Conference Player of the Year.

  • Cam Fuller Organizes “Making the Turn”

    “Making the Turn” is organized by Cam Fuller, who plays golf on scholarship at the University of Wisconsin – Green Bay and is a 2008 graduate of Sevastopol High School, where he participated on the varsity golf team for four years and was a three-time Packerland Conference Player of the Year.

  • Ebony Jewelwing Damselfly

    Ever since I was a child growing up in Kewaunee I’ve enjoyed quiet natural ponds and the fascinating life they support. One of our favorite spots was the large wetland behind Buchanan’s Funeral Parlor at the west edge of town where we’d catch plenty of tadpoles about the time school let out.

  • Ebony Jewelwing Damselfly

    Ever since I was a child growing up in Kewaunee I’ve enjoyed quiet natural ponds and the fascinating life they support. One of our favorite spots was the large wetland behind Buchanan’s Funeral Parlor at the west edge of town where we’d catch plenty of tadpoles about the time school let out.

  • The Quonset Hut: Baileys Harbor’s Movie House on the Lake

    To the generations that remember World War II, Quonset Hut is a familiar name. Beginning in 1941, more than 170,000 of the homely structures were manufactured for the U.S. military in Quonset Point, R.I. After the war, they were sold to the public for $1,000 each.

  • The Quonset Hut: Baileys Harbor’s Movie House on the Lake

    To the generations that remember World War II, Quonset Hut is a familiar name. Beginning in 1941, more than 170,000 of the homely structures were manufactured for the U.S. military in Quonset Point, R.I. After the war, they were sold to the public for $1,000 each.

  • Calvin Begay Jewelry at the Santa Fe Shop in Door County

    Work by Calvin Begay, an award-winning artist, jeweler, designer and master craftsman, is on display at the Santa Fe Shop in Fish Creek. Begay was born in Gallup, New Mexico in 1965 and raised in Tohatchi, New Mexico.

  • Calvin Begay Jewelry at the Santa Fe Shop in Door County

    Work by Calvin Begay, an award-winning artist, jeweler, designer and master craftsman, is on display at the Santa Fe Shop in Fish Creek. Begay was born in Gallup, New Mexico in 1965 and raised in Tohatchi, New Mexico.

  • “Pieces for the Puzzle” at Martinez Studio in Door County

    Bruce Basch is selecting a mix of emblematic work for his four-day exhibition entitled “Pieces for the Puzzle,” on display at Martinez Studio from July 15 – 18.

  • “Pieces for the Puzzle” at Martinez Studio in Door County

    Bruce Basch is selecting a mix of emblematic work for his four-day exhibition entitled “Pieces for the Puzzle,” on display at Martinez Studio from July 15 – 18.

  • Plein Air Means Travel for Academy Instructor

    For Ken Dewaard, an instructor at the Kewaunee Academy of Fine Art (KAFA), there is nothing more rewarding and challenging than painting plein air. He travels and competes in plein air events throughout the United States as well as internationally.

  • Plein Air Means Travel for Academy Instructor

    For Ken Dewaard, an instructor at the Kewaunee Academy of Fine Art (KAFA), there is nothing more rewarding and challenging than painting plein air. He travels and competes in plein air events throughout the United States as well as internationally.

  • The Flying Pig Gallery of Door County Welcomes Stephen Golden

    Stephen Golden's contemporary work, incorporating wood veneer marquetry techniques with those of acrylic airbrushing, will be on exhibit at the Flying Pig in Algoma throughout the summer.

  • The Flying Pig Gallery of Door County Welcomes Stephen Golden

    Stephen Golden's contemporary work, incorporating wood veneer marquetry techniques with those of acrylic airbrushing, will be on exhibit at the Flying Pig in Algoma throughout the summer.

  • Fine Line of Door County Hosts Plein Air Painters

    Two of the nation’s premier plein air painters, Colin Page and Kathie Wheeler, will demonstrate painting on the grounds of Ephraim’s Fine Designs Gallery on July 18 from 11 am – 2 pm.

  • Fine Line of Door County Hosts Plein Air Painters

    Two of the nation’s premier plein air painters, Colin Page and Kathie Wheeler, will demonstrate painting on the grounds of Ephraim’s Fine Designs Gallery on July 18 from 11 am – 2 pm.

  • The Play of Light: Plein air artist James Richards

    When Georgia artist James Richards competes in plein air events, he does well. He recently took first place in America’s Great Paint-out in Florida, and last year won the Artists’ Choice Award in the Door County Plein Air Festival, a prize he had previously earned in 2008.

  • The Play of Light: Plein air artist James Richards

    When Georgia artist James Richards competes in plein air events, he does well. He recently took first place in America’s Great Paint-out in Florida, and last year won the Artists’ Choice Award in the Door County Plein Air Festival, a prize he had previously earned in 2008.

  • Door County Art League Presents Barbara Sweeney

    The Gallery of the Door County Art League will welcome Barbara Sweeney, a new member of the league, as Artist of the Week. She and artist Marilyn Olson will display at the gallery beginning July 17.

  • Door County Art League Presents Barbara Sweeney

    The Gallery of the Door County Art League will welcome Barbara Sweeney, a new member of the league, as Artist of the Week. She and artist Marilyn Olson will display at the gallery beginning July 17.

  • Bridget Austin Displays New Watercolors at Door County’s Cottage Row

    Cottage Row Framing and Gallery will host a Meet the Artist Opening Reception featuring Bridget Austin on July 16 from 10 am – 1 pm. The gallery is located in the big red barn at Orchard Country.

  • Bridget Austin Displays New Watercolors at Door County’s Cottage Row

    Cottage Row Framing and Gallery will host a Meet the Artist Opening Reception featuring Bridget Austin on July 16 from 10 am – 1 pm. The gallery is located in the big red barn at Orchard Country.

  • Rubble at Door County’s Gallery Ten

    Rubble is what Beth Parsons has christened her handcrafted jewelry. She will present a collection of her latest work on July 23 for a one-day trunk show at Charlene’s Gallery Ten in Gills Rock from 11 am – 4 pm.

  • Rubble at Door County’s Gallery Ten

    Rubble is what Beth Parsons has christened her handcrafted jewelry. She will present a collection of her latest work on July 23 for a one-day trunk show at Charlene’s Gallery Ten in Gills Rock from 11 am – 4 pm.

  • Door County Amish Quilt Show & Craft Sale Continues

    This Amish quilt design entitled "Star Spin" just arrived for the Amish Quilt Show & Sale which is now in progress at Mr. G's Hall through July 17 from 9 am – 5 pm daily.

  • Door County Amish Quilt Show & Craft Sale Continues

    This Amish quilt design entitled "Star Spin" just arrived for the Amish Quilt Show & Sale which is now in progress at Mr. G's Hall through July 17 from 9 am – 5 pm daily.

  • Long-time Clearing Instructor Exhibits

    The Clearing in Ellison Bay is providing a rare opportunity to view and purchase from a body of work, entitled “Just Hangin” by watercolorist Win Jones, who taught watercolor workshops at The Clearing for 37 years.

  • Long-time Clearing Instructor Exhibits

    The Clearing in Ellison Bay is providing a rare opportunity to view and purchase from a body of work, entitled “Just Hangin” by watercolorist Win Jones, who taught watercolor workshops at The Clearing for 37 years.

  • Edgewood Orchard Gallery of Door County Hosts Exhibit III Opening Reception

    Edgewood Orchard Galleries will host a reception for the opening of “Exhibit III” on July 16 from 4 – 7 pm. Wine and hors d’oeuvres will be served and the public is welcome.

  • Edgewood Orchard Gallery of Door County Hosts Exhibit III Opening Reception

    Edgewood Orchard Galleries will host a reception for the opening of “Exhibit III” on July 16 from 4 – 7 pm. Wine and hors d’oeuvres will be served and the public is welcome.

  • Lori Beringer Wins Door Prize for Portraiture

    “The Door Prize for Portraiture” exhibit is on display at the Chez Cheryl Hillside Art Space in Baileys Harbor. “Born to the Best” by Lori Beringer of Plymouth was selected by Tom Lidtke, director of the Museum of Wisconsin Art in West Bend as this year’s recipient of the Door Prize for Portraiture “Best of Show” award.

  • Lori Beringer Wins Door Prize for Portraiture

    “The Door Prize for Portraiture” exhibit is on display at the Chez Cheryl Hillside Art Space in Baileys Harbor. “Born to the Best” by Lori Beringer of Plymouth was selected by Tom Lidtke, director of the Museum of Wisconsin Art in West Bend as this year’s recipient of the Door Prize for Portraiture “Best of Show” award.

  • Four Women – Four New Directions: Fish Creek Artists Open Studio Doors

    On July July 22 and 23 from 1 – 7 pm, the public is invited to preview and enjoy new work, refreshments, and demonstrations at the studios of four Fish Creek women artists, including Patty Degenhardt, Judie Ekholm, Kathy Glasnap and Gloria Hardiman.

  • Four Women – Four New Directions: Fish Creek Artists Open Studio Doors

    On July July 22 and 23 from 1 – 7 pm, the public is invited to preview and enjoy new work, refreshments, and demonstrations at the studios of four Fish Creek women artists, including Patty Degenhardt, Judie Ekholm, Kathy Glasnap and Gloria Hardiman.

  • Sister Bay Lions Club Hosts 37th Annual Door County Antique Show

    • The Sister Bay Lions Club will present the 37th annual Door County Antique show July 28 – 30 at the Gibraltar High School in Fish Creek. The show will be open 10 am – 5 pm each day.

  • Sister Bay Lions Club Hosts 37th Annual Door County Antique Show

    • The Sister Bay Lions Club will present the 37th annual Door County Antique show July 28 – 30 at the Gibraltar High School in Fish Creek. The show will be open 10 am – 5 pm each day.

  • Award Winning Pie

    Amanda Shepit from Thornton, Colorado won the second annual pie baking contest at Olde Ellison Bay Days with a Peach and Rhubarb Pie. Here, she holds her first prize gift, a pottery pie plate from Ellison Bay Pottery.

  • Award Winning Pie

    Amanda Shepit from Thornton, Colorado won the second annual pie baking contest at Olde Ellison Bay Days with a Peach and Rhubarb Pie. Here, she holds her first prize gift, a pottery pie plate from Ellison Bay Pottery.

  • Article posted Wednesday, July 13, 2011 9:10am

    Lucky graduated to being a lobby cat last week after meowing at her cage door for awhile, and what a delight for everyone who meets her! This 11-pound, brown and white tabby is so social that she prefers to be held like a baby, letting out little squeaks of joy at the special attention.

  • Article posted Wednesday, July 13, 2011 9:10am

    Lucky graduated to being a lobby cat last week after meowing at her cage door for awhile, and what a delight for everyone who meets her! This 11-pound, brown and white tabby is so social that she prefers to be held like a baby, letting out little squeaks of joy at the special attention.

  • Schoolhouse Artisan Cheese Shop Opens in Egg Harbor

    • The Schoolhouse Artisan Cheese Shop has now opened their second location in downtown Egg Harbor next to the marina park. The first location is in the Savory Spoon Cooking School in Ellison Bay.

  • Schoolhouse Artisan Cheese Shop Opens in Egg Harbor

    • The Schoolhouse Artisan Cheese Shop has now opened their second location in downtown Egg Harbor next to the marina park. The first location is in the Savory Spoon Cooking School in Ellison Bay.

  • Running Blind

    A thousand athletes will gather at Frank Murphy County Park Sunday to take on the Door County Triathlon’s grueling Half Iron course. They will each have personal challenges, but none like 56-year-old Rod Maccoux of Green Bay.

  • Running Blind

    A thousand athletes will gather at Frank Murphy County Park Sunday to take on the Door County Triathlon’s grueling Half Iron course. They will each have personal challenges, but none like 56-year-old Rod Maccoux of Green Bay.

  • The Story Behind “the Numbers”

    When I started putting together the By the Numbers column for the Pulse seven years ago I didn't know if folks would pay much attention. Most of the statistics I gather for the column have little

  • The Story Behind “the Numbers”

    When I started putting together the By the Numbers column for the Pulse seven years ago I didn't know if folks would pay much attention. Most of the statistics I gather for the column have little

  • Jeff Tweedy Riffs at the Door Community Auditorium

    Jeff Tweedy enthralled a packed house with a blend of stripped down songs and off-the-cuff humor at the Door Community Auditorium Friday night in Fish Creek. Tweedy, the frontman for the pioneering alt-rock

  • Jeff Tweedy Riffs at the Door Community Auditorium

    Jeff Tweedy enthralled a packed house with a blend of stripped down songs and off-the-cuff humor at the Door Community Auditorium Friday night in Fish Creek. Tweedy, the frontman for the pioneering alt-rock

  • The Comic Appeal of Playwright Oscar Wilde

    Tim Troy, the Chair of the Theatre Deptartment at Lawrence University, says he’s going to try to do two things in the upcoming July seminar held at Peninsula Players Theater: explain why Wilde’s funny and talk about the mechanics of how that humor works.

  • The Comic Appeal of Playwright Oscar Wilde

    Tim Troy, the Chair of the Theatre Deptartment at Lawrence University, says he’s going to try to do two things in the upcoming July seminar held at Peninsula Players Theater: explain why Wilde’s funny and talk about the mechanics of how that humor works.

  • Peninsula Players Hosts Afternoon Tea and Fashion Show in Spirit of “The Importance of Being Earnest”

    Oscar Wilde’s hilarious and timeless comedy The Importance of Being Earnest is now playing at the Peninsula Players Theatre in Fish Creek until July 24.

  • Peninsula Players Hosts Afternoon Tea and Fashion Show in Spirit of “The Importance of Being Earnest”

    Oscar Wilde’s hilarious and timeless comedy The Importance of Being Earnest is now playing at the Peninsula Players Theatre in Fish Creek until July 24.

  • Events Compliment Door Shakespeare’s Production of “Pride and Prejudice”

    Door Shakespeare will welcome dramatist Joseph Hanreddy as a special guest at the July 14 performance of Pride and Prejudice. He and collaborator JR Sullivan originally adapted Jane Austen’s novel for the stage of the Milwaukee Repertory Theatre.

  • Events Compliment Door Shakespeare’s Production of “Pride and Prejudice”

    Door Shakespeare will welcome dramatist Joseph Hanreddy as a special guest at the July 14 performance of Pride and Prejudice. He and collaborator JR Sullivan originally adapted Jane Austen’s novel for the stage of the Milwaukee Repertory Theatre.

  • Door County’s American Folklore Theatre Hosts Creative Kids Day

    Children will have a chance to look behind the scenes of a professional theater at American Folklore Theatre's Creative Kids Day in Peninsula State Park.

  • Door County’s American Folklore Theatre Hosts Creative Kids Day

    Children will have a chance to look behind the scenes of a professional theater at American Folklore Theatre's Creative Kids Day in Peninsula State Park.

  • Crisis Averted or My Job is Never Dull

    Two o’clock in the afternoon on Monday, August 1, 2011 is the day my blood pressure goes down. That may seem weird to many of you familiar with the Peninsula Music Festival (PMF) schedule because you know that there are nine concerts and many rehearsals to take place in the three weeks that follow August 1.

  • Crisis Averted or My Job is Never Dull

    Two o’clock in the afternoon on Monday, August 1, 2011 is the day my blood pressure goes down. That may seem weird to many of you familiar with the Peninsula Music Festival (PMF) schedule because you know that there are nine concerts and many rehearsals to take place in the three weeks that follow August 1.

  • KIDS from Wisconsin Perform in Door County

    The KIDS from Wisconsin, the state’s official musical ambassadors, will make their only Door/Kewaunee County appearance at the Southern Door Community Auditorium on August 16 at 7 pm.

  • KIDS from Wisconsin Perform in Door County

    The KIDS from Wisconsin, the state’s official musical ambassadors, will make their only Door/Kewaunee County appearance at the Southern Door Community Auditorium on August 16 at 7 pm.

  • Door Community Auditorium Features “The Day The Music Died”

    Award winning tribute king Mark Shurilla will be bringing his all star tribute “The Day The Music Died” to the Door Community Auditorium on July 16 at 8 pm.

  • Door Community Auditorium Features “The Day The Music Died”

    Award winning tribute king Mark Shurilla will be bringing his all star tribute “The Day The Music Died” to the Door Community Auditorium on July 16 at 8 pm.

  • Birch Creek of Door County Performs Percussion & Steel Band Concerts

    Birch Creek steelpan artist-in-residence Liam Teague will be on campus for the first week of the Percussion & Steel Band session and will be featured in concerts through July 9.

  • Birch Creek of Door County Performs Percussion & Steel Band Concerts

    Birch Creek steelpan artist-in-residence Liam Teague will be on campus for the first week of the Percussion & Steel Band session and will be featured in concerts through July 9.

  • Door County Opera Festival Hosts Fundraiser

    Door County Opera Festival (DCOF) Artistic Director Scott Ramsay will be joined by his long-time musical companion, Stephanie “Martens” Seefeldt in a night of music from Broadway, the silver screen and everything else in between for the DCOF’s fundraiser on July 8 at the Sturgeon Bay United Methodist Church.

  • Door County Opera Festival Hosts Fundraiser

    Door County Opera Festival (DCOF) Artistic Director Scott Ramsay will be joined by his long-time musical companion, Stephanie “Martens” Seefeldt in a night of music from Broadway, the silver screen and everything else in between for the DCOF’s fundraiser on July 8 at the Sturgeon Bay United Methodist Church.

  • Add a Little Color to Your Summer: Briggsville Gardens

    Owned and operated by Richard and Tammy Briggs, Briggsville Gardens opened in 1992. Since then they have been building up an amazing assortment of annual and perennial flowers (over 200 varieties to choose from), trees, shrubs and fabulously funky planters.

  • Add a Little Color to Your Summer: Briggsville Gardens

    Owned and operated by Richard and Tammy Briggs, Briggsville Gardens opened in 1992. Since then they have been building up an amazing assortment of annual and perennial flowers (over 200 varieties to choose from), trees, shrubs and fabulously funky planters.

  • The White Cliff Fen and Forest Nature Preserve, Egg Harbor

    The Door County Land Trust’s White Cliff Fen and Forest Nature Preserve is one of Door County’s hidden ecological jewels, a quiet 100-acre oasis located within walking distance of the bustling village of Egg Harbor.

  • The White Cliff Fen and Forest Nature Preserve, Egg Harbor

    The Door County Land Trust’s White Cliff Fen and Forest Nature Preserve is one of Door County’s hidden ecological jewels, a quiet 100-acre oasis located within walking distance of the bustling village of Egg Harbor.

  • Crossroads of Door County Offers Various Programs

    Crossroads at Big Creek will continue offering programming and educational opportunities throughout July. The Sons of Norway will host a Norwegian Heritage Day at the Collins Learning Center and the Historical Village at The Crossroads on July 10 from 1:30 – 3:30 pm.

  • Crossroads of Door County Offers Various Programs

    Crossroads at Big Creek will continue offering programming and educational opportunities throughout July. The Sons of Norway will host a Norwegian Heritage Day at the Collins Learning Center and the Historical Village at The Crossroads on July 10 from 1:30 – 3:30 pm.

  • Ridges Sanctuary of Door County Offers Various Programs

    The Ridges Sanctuary is offering a variety of programs this July. Combining children’s fascination with digital cameras and their interest in nature, “Hands Off! A digital scavenger hunt” will be held July 11 from 2 – 3:30 pm at The Ridges Sanctuary in Baileys Harbor.

  • Ridges Sanctuary of Door County Offers Various Programs

    The Ridges Sanctuary is offering a variety of programs this July. Combining children’s fascination with digital cameras and their interest in nature, “Hands Off! A digital scavenger hunt” will be held July 11 from 2 – 3:30 pm at The Ridges Sanctuary in Baileys Harbor.

  • Sturgeon Bay Hosts Jefferson Street Festival

    The annual Jefferson Street Festival in Sturgeon Bay will take place July 9 from 10 am – 5 pm. This annual summer event will be held along Jefferson Street and is sponsored by the Sturgeon Bay Visitor Center (SBVC) and Jefferson Street shops.

  • Sturgeon Bay Hosts Jefferson Street Festival

    The annual Jefferson Street Festival in Sturgeon Bay will take place July 9 from 10 am – 5 pm. This annual summer event will be held along Jefferson Street and is sponsored by the Sturgeon Bay Visitor Center (SBVC) and Jefferson Street shops.

  • Door County Master Gardeners Host Open House

    The Door County Master Gardeners will be hosting an Open House at the University of Wisconsin Peninsular Research Station on July 16 from 10 am – 3 pm.

  • Door County Master Gardeners Host Open House

    The Door County Master Gardeners will be hosting an Open House at the University of Wisconsin Peninsular Research Station on July 16 from 10 am – 3 pm.

  • Door County’s Viva la Cottage Hosts Vintage Flea Market

    Viva la Cottage, one of Flea Market Style Magazine’s top 24 small flea markets in the U.S., is a contented blend of some things old and some things new, a combination of vintage and contemporary that works well for owner Angie McMahon.

  • Door County’s Viva la Cottage Hosts Vintage Flea Market

    Viva la Cottage, one of Flea Market Style Magazine’s top 24 small flea markets in the U.S., is a contented blend of some things old and some things new, a combination of vintage and contemporary that works well for owner Angie McMahon.

  • Domicile of Sister Bay Hosts Stuff-o-Rama Flea Market

    The Stuff-o-Rama flea market in Sister Bay will be held July 16 on the grounds of Domicile from 8 am – 3 pm. The public is welcome to browse vendors showing anything and everything including antiques, glassware, jewelry, furniture, golf and sports collectibles, baseball cards, designer purses, household items, crafts and treasures of all variety.

  • Domicile of Sister Bay Hosts Stuff-o-Rama Flea Market

    The Stuff-o-Rama flea market in Sister Bay will be held July 16 on the grounds of Domicile from 8 am – 3 pm. The public is welcome to browse vendors showing anything and everything including antiques, glassware, jewelry, furniture, golf and sports collectibles, baseball cards, designer purses, household items, crafts and treasures of all variety.

  • Northern Pitcher Plant

    After decades of helping people learn about and appreciate birds, butterflies, wildflowers, trees and all aspects of the natural world through writing, classes and guided tours, perhaps the most fascinating and complex plant I’ve encountered among the wildflowers has been the Northern Pitcher Plant.

  • Northern Pitcher Plant

    After decades of helping people learn about and appreciate birds, butterflies, wildflowers, trees and all aspects of the natural world through writing, classes and guided tours, perhaps the most fascinating and complex plant I’ve encountered among the wildflowers has been the Northern Pitcher Plant.

  • Oregon Pinot Noir & Pinot Gris and Grilled Salmon

    This week we turn our attention to celebrating some of our favorite Oregon wines, Pinot Gris and Pinot Noir from the Willamette Valley AVA (American Viticultural Area) in northwestern Oregon.

  • Oregon Pinot Noir & Pinot Gris and Grilled Salmon

    This week we turn our attention to celebrating some of our favorite Oregon wines, Pinot Gris and Pinot Noir from the Willamette Valley AVA (American Viticultural Area) in northwestern Oregon.

  • Congratulations to Matthew Koehler

    They say some smiles are infectious / Something Matthew can’t contend, / Covering all bases at the Cornerstone / While working for a childhood friend.

  • Article posted Friday, July 8, 2011 7:31am

    Question: While Eagle Tower stands tall in Peninsula State Park today, it had a sister tower on a different bluff in the park. Taken down in 1947, the tower stood on which bluff?

  • Article posted Friday, July 8, 2011 7:31am

    Question: While Eagle Tower stands tall in Peninsula State Park today, it had a sister tower on a different bluff in the park. Taken down in 1947, the tower stood on which bluff?

  • DaveDaveDave Performs Regularly at Rowleys Pub in Door County

    David Cowan aka “DaveDaveDave” or “D3,” singer/songwriter and YouTube video maker, has been playing guitar and writing songs for over 25 years. With over 400 cover tunes to his repertoire, each “D3” show promises to be completely unique encapsulating rock, pop, reggae, blues, country, and original music.

  • The Dang-Its Perform Americana Music at Martin Park in Sturgeon Bay

    Madison-based band The Dang-Its will perform an evening of Western swing and Americana at the Harmony by the Bay concert series at Martin Park in Sturgeon Bay on July 13 at 7 pm.

  • The Dang-Its Perform Americana Music at Martin Park in Sturgeon Bay

    Madison-based band The Dang-Its will perform an evening of Western swing and Americana at the Harmony by the Bay concert series at Martin Park in Sturgeon Bay on July 13 at 7 pm.

  • Door County’s DCA Features Performances by Jeff Tweedy and Indigo Girls

    On July 8 at 8 pm, the Door Community Auditorium (DCA) in Fish Creek will present Jeff Tweedy, and on July 12 at 8 pm, folk-rock icons Indigo Girls will they play their first-ever concert at the DCA.

  • Woodwalk Concert Series Features Lost Mothra

    Jeanne Kuhns and Lost Mothra will perform on July 8 as a part of the Woodwalk Concert Series. The combination of excellent musicianship, unforgettable vocals, and eclectic covers will ensure an enjoyable experience for attendees.

  • Woodwalk Concert Series Features Lost Mothra

    Jeanne Kuhns and Lost Mothra will perform on July 8 as a part of the Woodwalk Concert Series. The combination of excellent musicianship, unforgettable vocals, and eclectic covers will ensure an enjoyable experience for attendees.

  • Damsel Fly Perform at The Cookery in Door County

    Damsel Fly will be playing in The Cookery’s wine bar on July 11 at 8 pm. Damsel Fly is an amazingly talented, all-female, teenage folk quartet from Decorah, Iowa.

  • Damsel Fly Perform at The Cookery in Door County

    Damsel Fly will be playing in The Cookery’s wine bar on July 11 at 8 pm. Damsel Fly is an amazingly talented, all-female, teenage folk quartet from Decorah, Iowa.

  • Fairland Family Bluegrass Band Perform in Door County

    Fairland Family Bluegrass Band will be featured at the Cowboy Church of Northern Door on July 10. The Cowboy Church of Northern Door will offer the unique opportunity for the public to see and hear this traditional bluegrass family band in the setting of a horse barn.

  • Fairland Family Bluegrass Band Perform in Door County

    Fairland Family Bluegrass Band will be featured at the Cowboy Church of Northern Door on July 10. The Cowboy Church of Northern Door will offer the unique opportunity for the public to see and hear this traditional bluegrass family band in the setting of a horse barn.

  • R&B Artist Tony Brown Performs at Door County’s Third Avenue Playhouse

    Professional musician Tony Brown has been playing soul, R&B, blues and reggae across the country and around the world for decades, and will make his first appearance at the Third Avenue Playhouse on July 16 at 7:30 pm.

  • R&B Artist Tony Brown Performs at Door County’s Third Avenue Playhouse

    Professional musician Tony Brown has been playing soul, R&B, blues and reggae across the country and around the world for decades, and will make his first appearance at the Third Avenue Playhouse on July 16 at 7:30 pm.

  • Peg Egan Center of Door County Features Taj Weekes & Adowa

    Taj Weekes & Adowa will take the stage at the Peg Egan Performing Art Center’s Sunset Concert Series on July 10 at 7 pm.

  • Peg Egan Center of Door County Features Taj Weekes & Adowa

    Taj Weekes & Adowa will take the stage at the Peg Egan Performing Art Center’s Sunset Concert Series on July 10 at 7 pm.