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  • Peninsula Poets Host Monthly Readings

    “Poetry is one of the arts in Door County that doesn’t get talked about so much,” said June Nirschl, one of the organizers of the new Peninsula Poet series of monthly readings to be held at the Sister Bay-Liberty Grove Library.

  • Peninsula Poets Host Monthly Readings

    “Poetry is one of the arts in Door County that doesn’t get talked about so much,” said June Nirschl, one of the organizers of the new Peninsula Poet series of monthly readings to be held at the Sister Bay-Liberty Grove Library.

  • Singing to Cows

    I have previously confessed this crime, specifically to note I was born to Methodists. Methodists by moral instinct rarely do anything with zeal, which is to say decoratively.

  • Singing to Cows

    I have previously confessed this crime, specifically to note I was born to Methodists. Methodists by moral instinct rarely do anything with zeal, which is to say decoratively.

  • Saying Goodbye to our Community’s Pastor

    This Sunday will mark the final service of Pastor Michael Brecke at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Juddville. Michael recently announced he is accepting an interim position with a church in Kansas so he can be closer to family in anticipation of his retirement shortly thereafter.

  • Saying Goodbye to our Community’s Pastor

    This Sunday will mark the final service of Pastor Michael Brecke at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Juddville. Michael recently announced he is accepting an interim position with a church in Kansas so he can be closer to family in anticipation of his retirement shortly thereafter.

  • Family Fun at Egg Harbor’s Pumpkin Patch Festival

    Notice that shine on the apples? And the glint in every Jack O’ Lantern eye? It is time for Pumpkin Patch – Egg Harbor’s annual fall extravaganza on October 12 and 13.

  • Family Fun at Egg Harbor’s Pumpkin Patch Festival

    Notice that shine on the apples? And the glint in every Jack O’ Lantern eye? It is time for Pumpkin Patch – Egg Harbor’s annual fall extravaganza on October 12 and 13.

  • Rogue Theatre Finds a Home and Presents ‘It Had to Be You’

    Rogue Theatre, Door County’s newest performing arts company, presents It Had To Be You by Renée Taylor and Joseph Bologna at the Sister Bay Village Hall, now through Oct. 12.

  • Rogue Theatre Finds a Home and Presents ‘It Had to Be You’

    Rogue Theatre, Door County’s newest performing arts company, presents It Had To Be You by Renée Taylor and Joseph Bologna at the Sister Bay Village Hall, now through Oct. 12.

  • Classical Music Benefits Many Local Causes

    Over the years, Midsummer’s Music Festival has collaborated with a variety Door County non-profits for the purpose of mutual benefit and collective enlightening of patrons to the needs of our community.

  • Classical Music Benefits Many Local Causes

    Over the years, Midsummer’s Music Festival has collaborated with a variety Door County non-profits for the purpose of mutual benefit and collective enlightening of patrons to the needs of our community.

  • Movies That Matter Presents The New Green Giants

    The New Green Giants will be screened as part of the Movies that Matter series at Unitarian Universalist Fellowship on Oct. 15 at 4:30 pm.

  • Movies That Matter Presents The New Green Giants

    The New Green Giants will be screened as part of the Movies that Matter series at Unitarian Universalist Fellowship on Oct. 15 at 4:30 pm.

  • Southern Door Awarded Major Health, Wellness Grant

    The Southern Door School District was one of three in the state and 60 in the nation to be awarded major grants under the Carol M. White Physical Education Program (PEP).

  • Southern Door Awarded Major Health, Wellness Grant

    The Southern Door School District was one of three in the state and 60 in the nation to be awarded major grants under the Carol M. White Physical Education Program (PEP).

  • Adding to the Family Mythos

    As I gradually wind things down in the bookstore the number of people dropping in to talk about the the store has been a welcome surprise. Most of these conversations eventually swing around to discussions about the Peninsula Pulse.

  • Adding to the Family Mythos

    As I gradually wind things down in the bookstore the number of people dropping in to talk about the the store has been a welcome surprise. Most of these conversations eventually swing around to discussions about the Peninsula Pulse.

  • Waterfowl on Autopilot

    Studies of a captive wolf pack in Austria showed that when the pack lost sight of its leader, they howled in a certain way. Blood samples were taken from these wolves and tested for a stress hormone.

  • Waterfowl on Autopilot

    Studies of a captive wolf pack in Austria showed that when the pack lost sight of its leader, they howled in a certain way. Blood samples were taken from these wolves and tested for a stress hormone.

  • Wellness Conference at Stone Harbor on Nov. 2

    Ministry Door County Medical Center (MDCMC) will sponsor a half-day conference on integrative wellness practices on Nov. 2 at Stone Harbor Resort and Conference Center in Sturgeon Bay from 8 am – 12 pm.

  • Wellness Conference at Stone Harbor on Nov. 2

    Ministry Door County Medical Center (MDCMC) will sponsor a half-day conference on integrative wellness practices on Nov. 2 at Stone Harbor Resort and Conference Center in Sturgeon Bay from 8 am – 12 pm.

  • Development Would Focus on Maritime Connection in Sturgeon Bay

    Taking advantage of what you’ve got was the theme of a public meeting held Oct. 2 in the waterfront Sawyer Park pavilion on a plan to create a cultural hub on 4 1/2 acres of west side waterfront land.

  • Development Would Focus on Maritime Connection in Sturgeon Bay

    Taking advantage of what you’ve got was the theme of a public meeting held Oct. 2 in the waterfront Sawyer Park pavilion on a plan to create a cultural hub on 4 1/2 acres of west side waterfront land.

  • October Plant Profile: Crown Vetch

    Crown Vetch (Securigera varia) is a herbaceous perennial with trailing stems ranging in length from 2 to 6 feet that form dense patches. It invades open areas with varying soil types and is often found along roadsides where it was first planted for erosion control.

  • October Plant Profile: Crown Vetch

    Crown Vetch (Securigera varia) is a herbaceous perennial with trailing stems ranging in length from 2 to 6 feet that form dense patches. It invades open areas with varying soil types and is often found along roadsides where it was first planted for erosion control.

  • Town Gauges Interest in Town-wide Trash Collection

    Welcome to the Notes from the Grove, providing information about Liberty Grove town government to residents and visitors. • The town has turned over to the Liberty Grove Historical Society records from the Women’s Club that were being kept by the town.

  • Town Gauges Interest in Town-wide Trash Collection

    Welcome to the Notes from the Grove, providing information about Liberty Grove town government to residents and visitors. • The town has turned over to the Liberty Grove Historical Society records from the Women’s Club that were being kept by the town.

  • Your Representatives in the News

    State Assembly Representative Garey Bies Two Bies-authored bills were moved forward by the state legislature. One regarding net pens legislation that reduces regulation on fish hatcheries passed through the State Assembly and will move to the Senate, and another that broadens the definition of an intoxicant to include substances that are inhaled, ingested or consumed in a manner contrary to their intended purposes passed through the Senate.

  • Your Representatives in the News

    State Assembly Representative Garey Bies Two Bies-authored bills were moved forward by the state legislature. One regarding net pens legislation that reduces regulation on fish hatcheries passed through the State Assembly and will move to the Senate, and another that broadens the definition of an intoxicant to include substances that are inhaled, ingested or consumed in a manner contrary to their intended purposes passed through the Senate.

  • Changing Care: Your Guide to the Affordable Care Act

    By Linda Laarman and Karen Nordahl Part 4:  If you missed parts 1 - 3, read them at ppulse.com. Our series on the Affordable Care Act (ACA) has focused on the healthcare exchanges (aka “marketplaces) that will offer coverage starting in 2014.

  • Changing Care: Your Guide to the Affordable Care Act

    By Linda Laarman and Karen Nordahl Part 4:  If you missed parts 1 - 3, read them at ppulse.com. Our series on the Affordable Care Act (ACA) has focused on the healthcare exchanges (aka “marketplaces) that will offer coverage starting in 2014.

  • Jacksonport Town Hall Bakery Presents Michael Lee Ammons & The Water Street Hot Shots

    As a boy, Michael Lee Ammons wanted to play banjo like Pete Seeger. “My mom couldn’t find banjo lessons, so she forced me to take guitar lessons. I wasn’t happy about it,” Ammons laughs, “until something clicked."

  • Jacksonport Town Hall Bakery Presents Michael Lee Ammons & The Water Street Hot Shots

    As a boy, Michael Lee Ammons wanted to play banjo like Pete Seeger. “My mom couldn’t find banjo lessons, so she forced me to take guitar lessons. I wasn’t happy about it,” Ammons laughs, “until something clicked."

  • Ooey Gooey Packer Backer Oatmeal M&M’s Fudge Bars

    I feel that desserts are overlooked when it comes to Green Bay Packers’ game day meals, which we pride ourselves on as Wisconsinites. We savor our brats, cheese, and beer.

  • Ooey Gooey Packer Backer Oatmeal M&M’s Fudge Bars

    I feel that desserts are overlooked when it comes to Green Bay Packers’ game day meals, which we pride ourselves on as Wisconsinites. We savor our brats, cheese, and beer.

  • Article posted Thursday, October 10, 2013 9:50am

    The Pew Research Center polled Americans before the government shutdown to gauge public anger at the federal government. Here’s what they found:

  • Article posted Thursday, October 10, 2013 9:50am

    The Pew Research Center polled Americans before the government shutdown to gauge public anger at the federal government. Here’s what they found:

  • Door County Surf Sports Announces Photo/Video Competition Results

    Results of the Door County Surf Sports Facebook photo and video competition are in. People were asked to go to the group’s Facebook site (facebook.com/DoorCountySurfAndKiteCompetition) and ‘like’ their favorite photos during a two-week period that ended Oct.

  • Door County Surf Sports Announces Photo/Video Competition Results

    Results of the Door County Surf Sports Facebook photo and video competition are in. People were asked to go to the group’s Facebook site (facebook.com/DoorCountySurfAndKiteCompetition) and ‘like’ their favorite photos during a two-week period that ended Oct.

  • Baileys Harbor Residents to Vote on Purchase of Emma Toft Home

    On Oct. 16, Baileys Harbor residents have the opportunity to discuss and vote to allow the town board to look into purchasing property downtown. The property is 8061 State Hwy 57.

  • Baileys Harbor Residents to Vote on Purchase of Emma Toft Home

    On Oct. 16, Baileys Harbor residents have the opportunity to discuss and vote to allow the town board to look into purchasing property downtown. The property is 8061 State Hwy 57.

  • Club Volleyball Comes to the YMCA

    Youth volleyball players and invited to try out for the YMCA Club Volleyball team on Oct. 13, 3:15 – 4:45 pm, at the Sturgeon Bay YMCA. The league, beginning this fall, will compete as a member of the Badger Region of USA Volleyball.

  • Club Volleyball Comes to the YMCA

    Youth volleyball players and invited to try out for the YMCA Club Volleyball team on Oct. 13, 3:15 – 4:45 pm, at the Sturgeon Bay YMCA. The league, beginning this fall, will compete as a member of the Badger Region of USA Volleyball.

  • Volleyball Players Pay It Forward

    The Gibraltar High School volleyball program presented a $500 donation to the Go Bo Foundation at the Sept. 26 homecoming match against Sturgeon Bay. Varsity team captains Helen Hecht and Alexa Ferrie each said a few words before presenting the check to Annika and Rolf Johnson.

  • Volleyball Players Pay It Forward

    The Gibraltar High School volleyball program presented a $500 donation to the Go Bo Foundation at the Sept. 26 homecoming match against Sturgeon Bay. Varsity team captains Helen Hecht and Alexa Ferrie each said a few words before presenting the check to Annika and Rolf Johnson.

  • What is Happening in Liberty Grove?

    Years of controversy over road resurfacing and the tree cutting that goes with it culminated in a stand-in at a Liberty Grove Town Board meeting on Oct.

  • What is Happening in Liberty Grove?

    Years of controversy over road resurfacing and the tree cutting that goes with it culminated in a stand-in at a Liberty Grove Town Board meeting on Oct.

  • Gibraltar Soccer Team Loses 4-0 in Non-conference Matchup

    In a Sept. 23 game against Wrightstown, the Gibraltar/Sevastopol soccer team lost 4-0 in a non-conference matchup, pictured is Tristan Warner with the ball.

  • Gibraltar Soccer Team Loses 4-0 in Non-conference Matchup

    In a Sept. 23 game against Wrightstown, the Gibraltar/Sevastopol soccer team lost 4-0 in a non-conference matchup, pictured is Tristan Warner with the ball.

  • Robbery Reported in Egg Harbor

    • The Department of Transportation released more detailed information on the delayed Sister Bay construction. The State Hwy. 42 reconstruction will begin in late summer of 2015 and will last until spring 2016.

  • Robbery Reported in Egg Harbor

    • The Department of Transportation released more detailed information on the delayed Sister Bay construction. The State Hwy. 42 reconstruction will begin in late summer of 2015 and will last until spring 2016.

  • Door County Delegation Hopes to Strengthen Sister City Relationship

    A delegation of 10 Door County ambassadors is headed to China this month to open the door wider on the sister city relationship with Jingdezhen, China.

  • Door County Delegation Hopes to Strengthen Sister City Relationship

    A delegation of 10 Door County ambassadors is headed to China this month to open the door wider on the sister city relationship with Jingdezhen, China.

  • High School Fall Athletics

    High school sports schedules.

  • High School Fall Athletics

    High school sports schedules.

  • Q&A – Questions & Artists – Sarah J. Webber

    I spend at least ten hours a week looking at artwork and found Sarah J. Webber’s website when I was looking at western paintings. Sarah lives and paints during the summer in Jackson Hole, Wyoming and primarily does animal studies.

  • Q&A – Questions & Artists – Sarah J. Webber

    I spend at least ten hours a week looking at artwork and found Sarah J. Webber’s website when I was looking at western paintings. Sarah lives and paints during the summer in Jackson Hole, Wyoming and primarily does animal studies.

  • Healthy Adolescent Dating Seminar to be Held in Sturgeon Bay

    • Local environmental groups are hosting a forum on the impact of modern agriculture on health. The forum, called The Rural Health Dilemma, will be held on Saturday, Nov.

  • Healthy Adolescent Dating Seminar to be Held in Sturgeon Bay

    • Local environmental groups are hosting a forum on the impact of modern agriculture on health. The forum, called The Rural Health Dilemma, will be held on Saturday, Nov.

  • Door County Computer Under New Ownership

    Last year as a technician for Door County Computer, Lee Manson logged 23,000 miles on his truck, which is almost enough to circumnavigate the Earth (it’s 24,901.

  • Door County Computer Under New Ownership

    Last year as a technician for Door County Computer, Lee Manson logged 23,000 miles on his truck, which is almost enough to circumnavigate the Earth (it’s 24,901.

  • Wintergreen – Beautiful and Invigorating

    Come late October and early November, a wonderfully relaxed, yet, invigorating feeling overcomes many people. If all has gone according to hopes and plans, the garden and field crops have been harvested and stored in good shape.

  • Wintergreen – Beautiful and Invigorating

    Come late October and early November, a wonderfully relaxed, yet, invigorating feeling overcomes many people. If all has gone according to hopes and plans, the garden and field crops have been harvested and stored in good shape.

  • Volunteer Voices: Lou and Daniele Covotsos

    When Lou and Daniele Covotsos’ son was injured in a rock climbing accident, they were at the receiving end of generosity and goodness of people they knew and many they didn’t.

  • Volunteer Voices: Lou and Daniele Covotsos

    When Lou and Daniele Covotsos’ son was injured in a rock climbing accident, they were at the receiving end of generosity and goodness of people they knew and many they didn’t.

  • Article posted Wednesday, October 9, 2013 11:17pm

    How does a bunch of elementary school kids react when the final school bell rings on a June afternoon, and the summer recess starts? Now imagine a baker’s dozen of kittens just released from individual cages, and you get the picture.

  • Article posted Wednesday, October 9, 2013 11:17pm

    How does a bunch of elementary school kids react when the final school bell rings on a June afternoon, and the summer recess starts? Now imagine a baker’s dozen of kittens just released from individual cages, and you get the picture.

  • Lower Range Light Dedicated Oct. 5

    Ridges Sanctuary Board Members Bob Ryan, left, and Ed Miller attach the dedication plaque to the lower range late during a brief ceremony held Oct. 5.

  • Lower Range Light Dedicated Oct. 5

    Ridges Sanctuary Board Members Bob Ryan, left, and Ed Miller attach the dedication plaque to the lower range late during a brief ceremony held Oct. 5.

  • Tootsie Roll Drives Benefit Sunshine House, Inc.

    Sherman Herlache, left, from the Knights of Columbus presents a check to Kenny Kuehn and Jim Meyer from Sunshine House Inc. from funds raised by Tootsie Roll drives.

  • Tootsie Roll Drives Benefit Sunshine House, Inc.

    Sherman Herlache, left, from the Knights of Columbus presents a check to Kenny Kuehn and Jim Meyer from Sunshine House Inc. from funds raised by Tootsie Roll drives.

  • Peninsula Preschool’s Pumpkin Patch Booth Feature Alexander’s and Cooper’s Corner Dishes

    Peninsula Preschool will sell Bruce Alexander’s amazing Butternut Squash Soup and Cooper’s Corner’s Creamy Mac-N-Cheese again this year at Pumpkin Patch on Oct.

  • Peninsula Preschool’s Pumpkin Patch Booth Feature Alexander’s and Cooper’s Corner Dishes

    Peninsula Preschool will sell Bruce Alexander’s amazing Butternut Squash Soup and Cooper’s Corner’s Creamy Mac-N-Cheese again this year at Pumpkin Patch on Oct.

  • Fall Flu MDCMC Clinic Dates

    Ministry Door County Medical Center (MDCMC) announces its fall flu clinic dates to serve the community. Ministry’s flu clinics are open to the public, but an appointment is required.

  • Fall Flu MDCMC Clinic Dates

    Ministry Door County Medical Center (MDCMC) announces its fall flu clinic dates to serve the community. Ministry’s flu clinics are open to the public, but an appointment is required.

  • Heather Powell Announces Resignation from Boys and Girls Club

    On Sept. 23, Heather Powell, CEO of the Boys and Girls Club of Door County, announced to the board and staff that she was resigning her position. Powell has accepted a position in Bellingham, Wash.

  • Heather Powell Announces Resignation from Boys and Girls Club

    On Sept. 23, Heather Powell, CEO of the Boys and Girls Club of Door County, announced to the board and staff that she was resigning her position. Powell has accepted a position in Bellingham, Wash.

  • League of Women Voters Sponsor Affordable Health Care Forum

    Learn what affordable health care can do for you at a program sponsored by the Door County League of Women Voters. The forum will be Oct. 17, 6 – 8 pm, at Bay View Lutheran Church, 340 Maple St.

  • League of Women Voters Sponsor Affordable Health Care Forum

    Learn what affordable health care can do for you at a program sponsored by the Door County League of Women Voters. The forum will be Oct. 17, 6 – 8 pm, at Bay View Lutheran Church, 340 Maple St.

  • Learn to Serve on An Effective Board of Directors Oct. 17

    The Door County Community Foundation, The Raibrook Foundation, and United Way of Door County will present the latest in their nonprofit education series Effective Boards of Directors.

  • Learn to Serve on An Effective Board of Directors Oct. 17

    The Door County Community Foundation, The Raibrook Foundation, and United Way of Door County will present the latest in their nonprofit education series Effective Boards of Directors.

  • Chefs for a Day Event Focuses on Local Food

    The 18th annual Chefs for a Day event will be held Oct. 19 at the Sturgeon Bay Yacht Club. Doors open at 6 pm and volunteer servers will distribute hors d’oeuvres from 6:30 until 7:15 pm.

  • Chefs for a Day Event Focuses on Local Food

    The 18th annual Chefs for a Day event will be held Oct. 19 at the Sturgeon Bay Yacht Club. Doors open at 6 pm and volunteer servers will distribute hors d’oeuvres from 6:30 until 7:15 pm.

  • “Dance for Hope” at the Institute Saloon

    “Dance for Hope” at the Institute Saloon on Oct. 20, 1 – 4 pm. The Living Hope Dojo Benefit will have line dancing with instructor Chuck Hass, a 50/50 raffle, a bucket raffle, prize for the best dressed and the Packer game to follow dancing.

  • “Dance for Hope” at the Institute Saloon

    “Dance for Hope” at the Institute Saloon on Oct. 20, 1 – 4 pm. The Living Hope Dojo Benefit will have line dancing with instructor Chuck Hass, a 50/50 raffle, a bucket raffle, prize for the best dressed and the Packer game to follow dancing.

  • Habitat for Humanity’s Bowl-A-Thon is Set for Oct. 26

    Pledges are now being accepted for the second annual Door County Habitat for Humanity Bowl-A-Thon set for Oct. 26 at Apple Valley Lanes in Sturgeon Bay.

  • Habitat for Humanity’s Bowl-A-Thon is Set for Oct. 26

    Pledges are now being accepted for the second annual Door County Habitat for Humanity Bowl-A-Thon set for Oct. 26 at Apple Valley Lanes in Sturgeon Bay.

  • Door County Scholarship Network Holds Information Sessions

    Every charity, service club, business or other organization that provides scholarships to Door County students is invited to attend an informational meeting to learn how to become a part of the newly created Door County Scholarship Network.

  • Door County Scholarship Network Holds Information Sessions

    Every charity, service club, business or other organization that provides scholarships to Door County students is invited to attend an informational meeting to learn how to become a part of the newly created Door County Scholarship Network.

  • Upcoming CHIP Focuses on Depression

    Northern Door Health & Wellness Ministry continues its Community Health Information Program (CHIP) with an upcoming program about depression on Oct. 27 at 4 pm at First Baptist Church in Sister Bay.

  • Upcoming CHIP Focuses on Depression

    Northern Door Health & Wellness Ministry continues its Community Health Information Program (CHIP) with an upcoming program about depression on Oct. 27 at 4 pm at First Baptist Church in Sister Bay.

  • Financial Wellness Conference at Sturgeon Bay High School

    The second annual free Financial Wellness Conference for Door and Kewaunee adults, 11th and 12th graders and senior citizens will be held Nov. 2 from 8:30 am – 1:30 pm at Sturgeon Bay High School.

  • Financial Wellness Conference at Sturgeon Bay High School

    The second annual free Financial Wellness Conference for Door and Kewaunee adults, 11th and 12th graders and senior citizens will be held Nov. 2 from 8:30 am – 1:30 pm at Sturgeon Bay High School.

  • Ridges Sanctuary Reaches $3 Million Mark in Capital Campaign

    The Ridges Sanctuary’s capital campaign has crossed the $3 million mark, putting it at 86 percent of its $3.5 million goal. In September, the organization received an anonymous $350,000 matching gift to help complete their campaign for a new visitor facility and site improvements, which include a handicapped accessible boardwalk.

  • Ridges Sanctuary Reaches $3 Million Mark in Capital Campaign

    The Ridges Sanctuary’s capital campaign has crossed the $3 million mark, putting it at 86 percent of its $3.5 million goal. In September, the organization received an anonymous $350,000 matching gift to help complete their campaign for a new visitor facility and site improvements, which include a handicapped accessible boardwalk.

  • Door County’s Takeaway Lunch Box

    Charlotte Baierl and Marcus Trana are definitely from the Millennial Generation. They’re in their early 30s, educated and childless, and this summer they embarked on a career where they could make their own schedules, live where they want and experiment with something new.

  • Door County’s Takeaway Lunch Box

    Charlotte Baierl and Marcus Trana are definitely from the Millennial Generation. They’re in their early 30s, educated and childless, and this summer they embarked on a career where they could make their own schedules, live where they want and experiment with something new.

  • It’s GoudaPalooza at Wisconsin Cheese Masters

    It’s GoudaPalooza 2013 at Wisconsin Cheese Masters on Oct. 12 from 10 am – 6 pm. Representatives from Holland’s Family Cheese will be on hand to offer guests free samples of the country’s best Goudas, including Foenegreek, this year’s U.

  • It’s GoudaPalooza at Wisconsin Cheese Masters

    It’s GoudaPalooza 2013 at Wisconsin Cheese Masters on Oct. 12 from 10 am – 6 pm. Representatives from Holland’s Family Cheese will be on hand to offer guests free samples of the country’s best Goudas, including Foenegreek, this year’s U.

  • Social Media Breakfasts Return to Glas

    Monthly Social Media Breakfasts in Door County return to Glas Coffeehouse on Oct. 16. “Mapping and Connecting the Nodes in a Social Blueprint” is the topic slated for the first monthly meeting of this season’s Social Media Breakfast Door County (SMBDC), a community learning concept spearheaded in the “off-season” by DesignWise Studios marketing consultant Stephen Kastner.

  • Social Media Breakfasts Return to Glas

    Monthly Social Media Breakfasts in Door County return to Glas Coffeehouse on Oct. 16. “Mapping and Connecting the Nodes in a Social Blueprint” is the topic slated for the first monthly meeting of this season’s Social Media Breakfast Door County (SMBDC), a community learning concept spearheaded in the “off-season” by DesignWise Studios marketing consultant Stephen Kastner.

  • Integrated Talent Management Seminar at Sturgeon Bay City Hall

    Door County Economic Development Corporation and the Door County Visitor Bureau are hosting a free Integrated Talent Management business education seminar on Oct.

  • Integrated Talent Management Seminar at Sturgeon Bay City Hall

    Door County Economic Development Corporation and the Door County Visitor Bureau are hosting a free Integrated Talent Management business education seminar on Oct.

  • MacReady Artisan Bread Company Hosts Fundraiser

    During October, MacReady Artisan Bread Company is partnering with United Way of Door County – for every loaf of artisan bread sold during October they will donate 50 cents to United Way.

  • MacReady Artisan Bread Company Hosts Fundraiser

    During October, MacReady Artisan Bread Company is partnering with United Way of Door County – for every loaf of artisan bread sold during October they will donate 50 cents to United Way.

  • MDCMC’s Rehab Services Department Awarded National Certificate

    The rehab services department at Ministry Door County Medical Center (MDCMC) has been awarded an Outcomes Excellence Certificate from Focus On Therapeutic Outcomes, Inc.

  • MDCMC’s Rehab Services Department Awarded National Certificate

    The rehab services department at Ministry Door County Medical Center (MDCMC) has been awarded an Outcomes Excellence Certificate from Focus On Therapeutic Outcomes, Inc.

  • Congratulations to Amanda Zelinski

    No pennies on my eyes please! I’m blinded by the coppery light.

  • Congratulations to Amanda Zelinski

    No pennies on my eyes please! I’m blinded by the coppery light.

  • FRAMED

    The year 1984. Lynda Sanford poses in a spiffy, pastel plaid romper in front of Cottage #9 at the former Edge of Park Cottages in Fish Creek, ready to take off on a bike ride through Peninsula State Park.

  • FRAMED

    The year 1984. Lynda Sanford poses in a spiffy, pastel plaid romper in front of Cottage #9 at the former Edge of Park Cottages in Fish Creek, ready to take off on a bike ride through Peninsula State Park.

  • Sourpuss

    Wild Sour Ale from the New Glarus Brewing Co. is a lovely beer. It’s one of owner/brewmaster Daniel Carey’s “let loose” brews that he makes “in a very limited edition and we make no promises to ever brew this style again.

  • Sourpuss

    Wild Sour Ale from the New Glarus Brewing Co. is a lovely beer. It’s one of owner/brewmaster Daniel Carey’s “let loose” brews that he makes “in a very limited edition and we make no promises to ever brew this style again.

  • Article posted Wednesday, October 9, 2013 2:51pm

    Look closely…where in Door County is this located?

  • Article posted Wednesday, October 9, 2013 2:51pm

    Look closely…where in Door County is this located?

  • Article posted Wednesday, October 9, 2013 2:48pm

    Dear Mary Pat, Flu season is coming on us, and I think my coworker is developing some kind of illness – cold and hot flashes, coughing, a runny nose, persistent trips to the restroom.

  • Article posted Wednesday, October 9, 2013 2:48pm

    Dear Mary Pat, Flu season is coming on us, and I think my coworker is developing some kind of illness – cold and hot flashes, coughing, a runny nose, persistent trips to the restroom.

  • Overheard, Shout Outs and Pet Peeves

    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?

  • Overheard, Shout Outs and Pet Peeves

    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?

  • Article posted Wednesday, October 9, 2013 2:46pm

    Libra (September 23 – October 22): A message in a bottle is likely to wash up at your feet. Unfortunately, the message will say something along the lines of “You owe me money.

  • Article posted Wednesday, October 9, 2013 2:46pm

    Libra (September 23 – October 22): A message in a bottle is likely to wash up at your feet. Unfortunately, the message will say something along the lines of “You owe me money.

  • The Cheese Insider

    Wisconsin, America’s Dairyland, is well known for its cheese, and the cows that provide the milk. The landscape of our state is dotted with the familiar sight of cows, especially in the central and southern parts of our state.

  • The Cheese Insider

    Wisconsin, America’s Dairyland, is well known for its cheese, and the cows that provide the milk. The landscape of our state is dotted with the familiar sight of cows, especially in the central and southern parts of our state.

  • Pen Park Hosts Spooktacular Candlelight Walk on Oct. 12

    Peninsula State Park will host its Spooktacular Candlelight Walk on Oct. 12. This year’s Spooktacular features a mile-long, pumpkin-lit trail, a ‘world premier’ skit “Smokey Bear's Friends Save the Forest," a sing-along bonfire, and light refreshments.

  • Pen Park Hosts Spooktacular Candlelight Walk on Oct. 12

    Peninsula State Park will host its Spooktacular Candlelight Walk on Oct. 12. This year’s Spooktacular features a mile-long, pumpkin-lit trail, a ‘world premier’ skit “Smokey Bear's Friends Save the Forest," a sing-along bonfire, and light refreshments.

  • Northern Door Storytellers Guild In Residence at Eagle Bluff Lighthouse

    Eagle Bluff Lighthouse Museum invites guests to step back in time and revel in the tales of the keepers through story, song, and poetry. Located in Peninsula State Park, Eagle Bluff Lighthouse welcomes guests to visit the historical building during the evenings of October 11, 18, and 19, from 6:30 – 8 pm.

  • Northern Door Storytellers Guild In Residence at Eagle Bluff Lighthouse

    Eagle Bluff Lighthouse Museum invites guests to step back in time and revel in the tales of the keepers through story, song, and poetry. Located in Peninsula State Park, Eagle Bluff Lighthouse welcomes guests to visit the historical building during the evenings of October 11, 18, and 19, from 6:30 – 8 pm.

  • Crossroads Participates in International Observe the Moon Night

    Unless it rains, Crossroads at Big Creek in collaboration with the Door Peninsula Astronomical Society will participate in the International Observe the Moon Night which will be celebrated all over the world on Oct.

  • Crossroads Participates in International Observe the Moon Night

    Unless it rains, Crossroads at Big Creek in collaboration with the Door Peninsula Astronomical Society will participate in the International Observe the Moon Night which will be celebrated all over the world on Oct.

  • Katie Dahl at Jacksonport Town Hall Bakery

    On Oct. 18 at 7 pm, Door County singer-songwriter Katie Dahl will present a concert of folk music at the historic Jacksonport Town Hall Bakery. The evening will feature new original songs and old-time favorites from the popular musician, appearing in her last Wisconsin concert of the fall season before she leaves on a St.

  • Katie Dahl at Jacksonport Town Hall Bakery

    On Oct. 18 at 7 pm, Door County singer-songwriter Katie Dahl will present a concert of folk music at the historic Jacksonport Town Hall Bakery. The evening will feature new original songs and old-time favorites from the popular musician, appearing in her last Wisconsin concert of the fall season before she leaves on a St.

  • 5th Annual Dark Songs Boasts Largest Songwriter Turnout

    This year marks the 5th annual Dark Songs songwriting event held at The Holiday Music Motel in downtown Sturgeon Bay. Songwriters converge upon the motel for a full week to write and record new original collaborative material in the spirit of the “dark” holidays of late autumn – Halloween and Dيa de Muertos (Day of The Dead).

  • 5th Annual Dark Songs Boasts Largest Songwriter Turnout

    This year marks the 5th annual Dark Songs songwriting event held at The Holiday Music Motel in downtown Sturgeon Bay. Songwriters converge upon the motel for a full week to write and record new original collaborative material in the spirit of the “dark” holidays of late autumn – Halloween and Dيa de Muertos (Day of The Dead).

  • Classes with Pat Niemuth at Oscar’s and Door County Rubber Stamps

    Oscar’s and Door County Rubber Stamps are celebrating their 35th year in retail and 25th year in business, and will celebrate with Pat Niemuth from Northwoods Rubber Stamps.

  • Classes with Pat Niemuth at Oscar’s and Door County Rubber Stamps

    Oscar’s and Door County Rubber Stamps are celebrating their 35th year in retail and 25th year in business, and will celebrate with Pat Niemuth from Northwoods Rubber Stamps.

  • DCMM Sponsors Milwaukee Road Trip

    Door County Maritime Museum (DCMM) is sponsoring a road trip to Milwaukee on Nov. 3 to tour the Pabst Mansion and Milwaukee Art Museum. The group will depart at 7:15 am from DCMM aboard a luxury Babler coach and travel to the Pabst Mansion, one of Milwaukee’s great architectural landmarks.

  • J-Ro Salsa Lessons Move to Algoma Park and Rec

    Algoma Park and Recreation announces salsa lessons with Jeff Robison (J-Ro) will begin Oct. 21 with a four-week beginner salsa series. This progressive lesson series runs for four weeks on Mondays, 7 – 8 pm, and will cover steps, patterns, turns, styling, shines and the principles of lead and follow.

  • J-Ro Salsa Lessons Move to Algoma Park and Rec

    Algoma Park and Recreation announces salsa lessons with Jeff Robison (J-Ro) will begin Oct. 21 with a four-week beginner salsa series. This progressive lesson series runs for four weeks on Mondays, 7 – 8 pm, and will cover steps, patterns, turns, styling, shines and the principles of lead and follow.

  • Barb Chisholm Discusses Roadside Chapels Before Pen Players Production

    Peninsula Players Theatre, in conjunction with its production of Tom Dudzick’s comedy Miracle on South Division Street, will host speaker Barb Chisholm who will present a presentation to ticket holders on the roadside chapels of southern Door County on Oct.

  • Barb Chisholm Discusses Roadside Chapels Before Pen Players Production

    Peninsula Players Theatre, in conjunction with its production of Tom Dudzick’s comedy Miracle on South Division Street, will host speaker Barb Chisholm who will present a presentation to ticket holders on the roadside chapels of southern Door County on Oct.

  • Double Reed Instrument Concert at Bjِrklunden

    Lawrence University’s Bjِrklunden will host a concert on Oct. 20 at 1:30 pm. Lawrence University students will perform a program of ensemble music for double reed instruments.

  • Door Shakespeare Announces 2014 Season Offerings

    Door Shakespeare recently announced their selections for the 2014 season – King Lear and The Comedy of Errors. More information regarding performance dates, times, staffing and casting will be announced in the coming months.

  • Door Shakespeare Announces 2014 Season Offerings

    Door Shakespeare recently announced their selections for the 2014 season – King Lear and The Comedy of Errors. More information regarding performance dates, times, staffing and casting will be announced in the coming months.

  • Talk Back with “39 Steps” Cast and Director Set for Oct. 13

    Performances of The 39 Steps will continue at Third Avenue Playhouse (TAP) through Oct. 20. The play is directed by James Valcq and features cast members Kay Allmand, Amy Ensign, Ryan Schabach and Ryan Patrick Shaw.

  • Talk Back with “39 Steps” Cast and Director Set for Oct. 13

    Performances of The 39 Steps will continue at Third Avenue Playhouse (TAP) through Oct. 20. The play is directed by James Valcq and features cast members Kay Allmand, Amy Ensign, Ryan Schabach and Ryan Patrick Shaw.

  • Naomi Rowley Presents “Pipe Organ Pops” Concert

    On Oct. 12 at 7 pm, at Shepherd of the Bay Lutheran Church in Ellison Bay, Naomi Rowley will present “Pipe Organ Pops,” a program featuring music to inspire and amuse an audience of all ages.

  • Naomi Rowley Presents “Pipe Organ Pops” Concert

    On Oct. 12 at 7 pm, at Shepherd of the Bay Lutheran Church in Ellison Bay, Naomi Rowley will present “Pipe Organ Pops,” a program featuring music to inspire and amuse an audience of all ages.

  • Alternate Shot Golf

    One of the few unfortunate parts of the PGA Tour golf season is that it’s spread out over the course of 11 months, where people get really excited for only four or five of those weeks.

  • Alternate Shot Golf

    One of the few unfortunate parts of the PGA Tour golf season is that it’s spread out over the course of 11 months, where people get really excited for only four or five of those weeks.

  • Five Ways to “Green” Your Life

    Support responsible environmental organizations: The county is loaded with organizations that preserve land, educate the community about sustainability and get involved to keep the local environment clean.

  • Five Ways to “Green” Your Life

    Support responsible environmental organizations: The county is loaded with organizations that preserve land, educate the community about sustainability and get involved to keep the local environment clean.

  • Video: “Stand-in” at Liberty Grove Town Board Meeting

    A "stand-in" at the Liberty Grove Town Board Meeting on Oct.

  • Video: “Stand-in” at Liberty Grove Town Board Meeting

    A "stand-in" at the Liberty Grove Town Board Meeting on Oct.

  • The Jewelry Show at Plum Bottom Pottery & Gallery

    Plum Bottom Pottery invites the community to The Jewelry Show on Oct. 13, 11 am – 5 pm. This year’s show features the newest jewelry creations of sterling silver jewelry artist Amanda Dewitt and Angela Lensch’s fall line of innovative jewelry designs.

  • The Jewelry Show at Plum Bottom Pottery & Gallery

    Plum Bottom Pottery invites the community to The Jewelry Show on Oct. 13, 11 am – 5 pm. This year’s show features the newest jewelry creations of sterling silver jewelry artist Amanda Dewitt and Angela Lensch’s fall line of innovative jewelry designs.

  • Len Villano Reveals Door County Autumn Light

    Photography Director for the Peninsula Pulse and Door County Living, Len Villano is currently exhibiting “Door County Autumn Light” at Glas in Sturgeon Bay until Oct.

  • Len Villano Reveals Door County Autumn Light

    Photography Director for the Peninsula Pulse and Door County Living, Len Villano is currently exhibiting “Door County Autumn Light” at Glas in Sturgeon Bay until Oct.

  • Fine Line Designs Gallery Hosts 40th Annual Townline Art Fair

    The lawn at Fine Line Designs Gallery will be filled with art and artisans as the gallery hosts the 40th annual Townline Art Fair, scheduled for Oct. 12, 10 am – 5 pm, and Oct.

  • Fine Line Designs Gallery Hosts 40th Annual Townline Art Fair

    The lawn at Fine Line Designs Gallery will be filled with art and artisans as the gallery hosts the 40th annual Townline Art Fair, scheduled for Oct. 12, 10 am – 5 pm, and Oct.

  • Tessoro Jewelry Trunk Show at Edgewood Orchard

    Edgewood Orchard Galleries will host a jewelry trunk show for jeweler Deborah Bushinski and her Tessoro jewelry collection from Oct. 11 – 14, 10 am – 5 pm.

  • Tessoro Jewelry Trunk Show at Edgewood Orchard

    Edgewood Orchard Galleries will host a jewelry trunk show for jeweler Deborah Bushinski and her Tessoro jewelry collection from Oct. 11 – 14, 10 am – 5 pm.

  • Three Artists, Three Different Directions

    Meadows Art Gallery features the artwork of three Door County artists in October – Kim Jacobs, Bethany Kirwen and Dennis Connolly. The public is invited to see the artwork and meet the artists at a reception on Oct.

  • Three Artists, Three Different Directions

    Meadows Art Gallery features the artwork of three Door County artists in October – Kim Jacobs, Bethany Kirwen and Dennis Connolly. The public is invited to see the artwork and meet the artists at a reception on Oct.

  • Find the Fall Color Palette at Linden Gallery

    The Chinese red bridge in Linden Gallery’s front yard is getting some competition from the riot of colors outside. This is a perfect time to visit Linden Gallery before they close for the season in late October.

  • Find the Fall Color Palette at Linden Gallery

    The Chinese red bridge in Linden Gallery’s front yard is getting some competition from the riot of colors outside. This is a perfect time to visit Linden Gallery before they close for the season in late October.

  • Artist Reception at Arts on the Corner During Pumpkin Patch

    On Saturday of Pumpkin Patch in Egg Harbor, Oct. 12, Arts on the Corner will host two Wisconsin artisans – Marlene Regan and Dennis Osmanski. Regan’s M.

  • Artist Reception at Arts on the Corner During Pumpkin Patch

    On Saturday of Pumpkin Patch in Egg Harbor, Oct. 12, Arts on the Corner will host two Wisconsin artisans – Marlene Regan and Dennis Osmanski. Regan’s M.

  • Kristi Roenning Featured in TAP’s Lobby Gallery

    A collection of oil and cold wax paintings by Kristi Roenning are currently featured in the lobby gallery of the Third Avenue Playhouse (TAP) in Sturgeon Bay.

  • Kristi Roenning Featured in TAP’s Lobby Gallery

    A collection of oil and cold wax paintings by Kristi Roenning are currently featured in the lobby gallery of the Third Avenue Playhouse (TAP) in Sturgeon Bay.

  • Judi Nelson Studio and Artist’s Shed Presents “Unique ReChique”

    On Oct. 12, fine artist (and old/odd furniture connoisseur) Judi Nelson will offer her collection of artfully and imaginatively refinished, restored or repurposed furniture and architectural pieces.

  • Judi Nelson Studio and Artist’s Shed Presents “Unique ReChique”

    On Oct. 12, fine artist (and old/odd furniture connoisseur) Judi Nelson will offer her collection of artfully and imaginatively refinished, restored or repurposed furniture and architectural pieces.

  • Peninsula School of Art Lights Up the Night

    The glow of molten iron and brilliant light trails fuel the evening events on Oct. 12 at Peninsula School of Art. From 4 – 8 pm, the school hosts its fourth annual Iron Pour Benefit in support of its art education programs.

  • Peninsula School of Art Lights Up the Night

    The glow of molten iron and brilliant light trails fuel the evening events on Oct. 12 at Peninsula School of Art. From 4 – 8 pm, the school hosts its fourth annual Iron Pour Benefit in support of its art education programs.

  • Amish Quilt & Holiday Craft Show at Mr. G’s

    The 16th Annual Amish Quilt and Holiday Craft Show, sponsored by Jacksonport Craft Cottage Gifts, will be held at Mr. G’s Hall from Oct. 10 – 13, 9 am – 5 pm.

  • Amish Quilt & Holiday Craft Show at Mr. G’s

    The 16th Annual Amish Quilt and Holiday Craft Show, sponsored by Jacksonport Craft Cottage Gifts, will be held at Mr. G’s Hall from Oct. 10 – 13, 9 am – 5 pm.

  • Artists Guild Happenings

    Oil painter Andrea Harris will give a free demonstration and talk on every aspect of oil painting on Oct. 12, 1 – 3 pm, in “Understanding Contemporary Oil Painting Material.

  • Artists Guild Happenings

    Oil painter Andrea Harris will give a free demonstration and talk on every aspect of oil painting on Oct. 12, 1 – 3 pm, in “Understanding Contemporary Oil Painting Material.

  • Pet Portrait Drawing Raises Funds for Humane Society

    AMO Gallery and Framery held a pet portrait drawing in conjunction with Sturgeon Bay Harvest Festival, and the winner was Debbie DeMeuse. DeMeuse received a portrait of the family cat, Sam, drawn by Sturgeon Bay artist Randall Rasmussen.

  • Pet Portrait Drawing Raises Funds for Humane Society

    AMO Gallery and Framery held a pet portrait drawing in conjunction with Sturgeon Bay Harvest Festival, and the winner was Debbie DeMeuse. DeMeuse received a portrait of the family cat, Sam, drawn by Sturgeon Bay artist Randall Rasmussen.

  • Book Signing at Seaquist Orchards

    Join Judy DuCharme, author of The Cheesehead Devotional, for a Book Signing at Seaquist Orchards, two miles north of Sister Bay, as they celebrate their annual Apple Festival on Oct.

  • Book Signing at Seaquist Orchards

    Join Judy DuCharme, author of The Cheesehead Devotional, for a Book Signing at Seaquist Orchards, two miles north of Sister Bay, as they celebrate their annual Apple Festival on Oct.

  • Let’s Stop the Stalemate and Secure Social Security

    Congress and the White House appear poised for another round of fiscal roulette, with both ends of Pennsylvania Avenue putting their chips on red and each side betting they’ll “win” by drawing blood from the other.

  • Let’s Stop the Stalemate and Secure Social Security

    Congress and the White House appear poised for another round of fiscal roulette, with both ends of Pennsylvania Avenue putting their chips on red and each side betting they’ll “win” by drawing blood from the other.

  • Ridges Campaign Passes $3 Million Mark

    The Ridges Sanctuary’s capital campaign has crossed the $3 million mark, putting it at 86% of its $3.5 million goal. In September, the organization received an anonymous $350,000 matching gift to help complete their campaign for a new visitor facility and site improvements which include a handicapped accessible boardwalk.

  • Ridges Campaign Passes $3 Million Mark

    The Ridges Sanctuary’s capital campaign has crossed the $3 million mark, putting it at 86% of its $3.5 million goal. In September, the organization received an anonymous $350,000 matching gift to help complete their campaign for a new visitor facility and site improvements which include a handicapped accessible boardwalk.

  • What Cancer Causes, and How It Is Covered

    It was a sunny afternoon in Green Bay when I met Larry Bednarski for our interview. I was in town writing about the Cancer Treatment Fairness Act, and The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society had put us in touch.

  • What Cancer Causes, and How It Is Covered

    It was a sunny afternoon in Green Bay when I met Larry Bednarski for our interview. I was in town writing about the Cancer Treatment Fairness Act, and The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society had put us in touch.

  • The Opening of the Healthcare Exchanges

    By Linda Laarman & Karen Nordahl  Healthcare exchanges, established as a key component of the Affordable Care Act, officially opened on Tuesday, Oct.

  • The Opening of the Healthcare Exchanges

    By Linda Laarman & Karen Nordahl  Healthcare exchanges, established as a key component of the Affordable Care Act, officially opened on Tuesday, Oct.

  • It All Started with Asparagus

    Daniel Barnard grew up in Door County and follows several generations of fruit growers. Despite having gone to college for business and economics and then selling insurance for 14 years, Barnard wanted something different, something that brought him back to his childhood.

  • It All Started with Asparagus

    Daniel Barnard grew up in Door County and follows several generations of fruit growers. Despite having gone to college for business and economics and then selling insurance for 14 years, Barnard wanted something different, something that brought him back to his childhood.

  • Good Mews for Bird Lovers

    The founders of the Open Door Bird Sanctuary can use a hand. They’re asking for volunteers to help build two mews – outdoor enclosures for feathered friends – on Oct.

  • Good Mews for Bird Lovers

    The founders of the Open Door Bird Sanctuary can use a hand. They’re asking for volunteers to help build two mews – outdoor enclosures for feathered friends – on Oct.

  • Area Agencies Not Yet Feeling Effects of Federal Shutdown

    What effect will the federal shutdown have on Wisconsin? It depends. There are some 13,000 federal workers in the state, which amounts to about 0.73 percent of the work force.

  • Area Agencies Not Yet Feeling Effects of Federal Shutdown

    What effect will the federal shutdown have on Wisconsin? It depends. There are some 13,000 federal workers in the state, which amounts to about 0.73 percent of the work force.

  • A Good Messenger Moves On

    Michael Brecke might have become a journalist. He was editor of his high school newspaper and worked at his hometown weekly, the Mellen Weekly Record (Wis.

  • A Good Messenger Moves On

    Michael Brecke might have become a journalist. He was editor of his high school newspaper and worked at his hometown weekly, the Mellen Weekly Record (Wis.