September 2015
Jacksonport Historical Society Presentation
Robbie Kurtz, son of Donald Kurtz and grandson of Kurtz Corral found Lloyd Kurtz, will share the history of the Kurtz family. Refreshments will be served following the program. Free but donations appreciated.
Find out more »October 2015
Jacksonport Historical Society Presentation
Don Rudolph intrigues us with the history, design, locations, and function of the historic lime kilns of Jacksonport Township. Refreshments will be served. Free but donations appreciated.
Find out more »May 2016
Historical Society Presentation
Barn quilts will be discussed as well as the Door County Barn Quilt Project. Quilters will also provide information, history, stories and photos. Bring your own stories, photos and heritage quilts to share. Refreshments served after program. Free but donations appreciated.
Find out more »June 2016
Historical Society Presentation
Marilyn Hein presents "The Hein Family - Deep Roots in Door County". Free, donation welcome. Refreshments served following the presentation.
Find out more »August 2016
Historical Society Presentation
Les Kiehnau and Terry Magno present the Cote family's history in Jacksonport. Open to the public, refreshments will be served. Free, however donations are appreciated.
Find out more »September 2016
Historical Society Presentation
Shaun Koulias and CDR Gary Rezeau will present the early life and career of Charles Koulias, one of Door County's heroes of WWII and a veteran of the Maritime Unit of the Office of Strategic Services. Refreshments served following the program. Free and open to the public.
Find out more »October 2016
Historical Society Presentation
Frank Butts' life on Clark Lake and in Door County will be presented by his son, Steve Butts. Frank was a naturalist, historian, and conservationist as well as owner of multiple lines of streetcars and buses.
Find out more »April 2017
Day of Mending
Bring your clothing items that need mending. The Harborettes Homemakers Club will sew on buttons, patch items, repair seams, etc. No zippers, please. Enjoy the bake sale as your items are being mended.
Find out more »June 2017
Historical Society Presentation
Mike Peters recounts his fascination with sailing ships of all types, and in particular, the Pride of Baltimore II. Refreshments follow presentation. Free and open to the public, donations welcome.
Find out more »September 2017
Historical Presentation
"The Wendt Family." Bring back memories with family and friends of the Wendt family. Open to the public, donations appreciated. Refreshments available following the program.
Find out more »April 2018
Day of Mending
Bring your clothing items that need mending. The Harborettes Homemakers Club can sew on buttons, patch items, repair seams, etc. No zippers, please. Enjoy the bake sale as your items are being mended.
Find out more »June 2018
Mapping Phragmites
Learn to identify Phragmites and to receive training on our protocol for mapping this rapid invader. RSVP appreciated.
Find out more »March 2019
Open House
Celebrate 150 years with Jacksonport. Enjoy refreshments and a tour of the new facility.
Find out more »April 2019
Day of Mending
Bring your clothing items that need mending. The Harborettes Homemakers Club can sew on buttons, patch items, repair seams, etc. No zippers. Enjoy the bake sale as your items are being mended.
Find out more »June 2019
‘Fred Erskine and Charles Butler’
The Jacksonport Historical Society will present this program about the lifelong friendship between these two Jacksonport natives who were born in 1890. Free and open to the public. Refreshments will be served.
Find out more »September 2019
JHS Program
"Jacksonport: Great Escape for Governors and Their Families." Representatives of the Reynolds, Lucey and Doyle families will be on hand to share their memories. Free and open to the public. Refreshments will be served.
Find out more »April 2021
Day of Mending
Bring your clothing items that need mending. The Harborettes Homemakers Club can sew on buttons, patch items, repair seams, etc. No zippers. Practicing social distancing and CDC guidelines. A bakery and plant sale will also be held to go toward Club projects.
Find out more »September 2021
Historical Society Program
“Growing Up and Going to School in Jacksonport.” Panelists attended the four schools that served Jacksonport before being consolidated with Sevastopol. Open to the public. All are asked to wear masks.
Find out more »October 2021
Day of Mending
Bring your clothing items that need mending. The Harborettes Homemakers Club can sew on buttons, patch items, repair seams, etc. No zippers. Practicing social distancing and CDC guidelines. A bakery and plant sale will also be held to go toward Club projects.
Find out more »April 2022
Day of Mending
Bring your clothing items that need mending. The Harborettes Homemakers Club can sew on buttons, patch items, repair seams, etc. No zippers. A bake sale will also be held to go toward Club projects.
Find out more »September 2022
Treasures from Jacksonport Artists, Past and Present
Historical art program featuring woodcarvings, paintings, jewelry and more.
Find out more »April 2023
Mending Day
Bring clothes or linens to be mended & buy treats at the bake sale. Proceeds support the Harborettes Home Community Education Club.
Find out more »July 2023
Rotary Club of Door County North
A meeting to send off a Rotary Youth Exchange participant. Contact 309.824.7342 for reservations.
Find out more »October 2023
Day of Mending
Bring your clothing items that need mending. The Harborettes Homemakers Club can sew on buttons, patch items, repair seams, etc. No zippers. A bake sale will also be held to go toward Club projects.
Find out more »November 2023
Afternoon of Crafting
Homemade pasta, Christmas card making and decorating holiday cookie workshops offered. Minimal charge for each session. Register with Judeen at 920.746.2260 by 11/5.
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