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on the cover (From left) Exhibit design and fabrication team members with architectural ﬁrm LA DALLMAN – Elias Bennett, Oonah David and Min Ho Kim – bask in the glow of the Door County Granary’s ﬁrst exhibit, opening to the public on Sept. 20. Learn more inside, and also listen to the Door County Pulse Podcast on the episode with the Granary architect, James sUbmItteD Dallman.

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(Above left) STUMPING FOR A PERMANENT FAIR MAPS SOLUTION At the podium, Nicole Gabrail with the Wisconsin Fair Maps Coalition, Sept. 10, at the community hearing in Egg Harbor at the Kress Pavilion, shared draft legislation to create an Independent Redistricting Commission, designed to ensure fair maps and fair voter representation for Wisconsin’s future. The League of Women Voters, host of the event, is a lead partner of the statewide, nonpartisan coalition. More information about the coalition’s work to end gerrymandering, including a video recording similar to the Egg Harbor presentation, is available at fairmapswi.com. tHe LeAGUe OF WOmeN VOters OF DOOr COUNtY. / (Above right) RODRIGUEZ IN THE HOUSE More than a year out from the Nov. 3, 2026, election for Wisconsin Governor – incumbent Tony Evers is not running for reelection – frontrunners are far from certain among the growing pool of candidates in both the Democratic and Republican parties. But the election season has deﬁnitely begun, with one of the Democratic candidates, Lt. Gov. Sara Rodriguez, shown here as the featured guest speaker at the Door County Democrats Annual Fundraiser, Sept. 11. sUbmItteD

ON THE DOOR COUNTY PULSE PODCAST Wisconsin Fair Maps Coalition advocates, Nicole Gabrail and iuscely Flores, talk with Debra Fitzgerald on the Door County Pulse Podcast about the organization’s nonpartisan movement to create transparent, impartial maps through an Independent Redistricting Commission. Their mission is to ensure that every vote counts equally and that voters choose their representatives, not the other way around.

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The City of Sturgeon Bay has received barriers from ARX Perimeters to prevent a vehicle from crashing into an event where people are gathered on closed streets. KeVIN bONesKe

(Clockwise from top) The exterior of the new Parks Maintenance Facility in Sister Bay. / The interior of the new building includes meeting space, offices for village staﬀ, a small kitchen and bathrooms. / The garage includes a lift station for performing repairs and a wash station, with 11 additional garage bays. mYLes DANNHAUseN Jr.

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VILLAGE UNVEILS $3.2M PARKS FACILITY Sister Bay – the public was invited to tour the Village of sister bay’s new parks maintenance Facility during an open house on sept. 11. the building was designed by mcmahon Group and constructed by Alliance Construction and Design, with civil site design by stantec. the facility on 2160 Autumn Court, next to the dog park, replaces the old building on mill road next to the library. It includes a lift station for performing repairs and a vehicle washing station in addition to 11 bays for vehicles. there is also meeting space, offices for village staff, a small kitchen and bathrooms. the building cost $3,275,000 to construct, plus $188,000 in design services.

VIEW CONCEPTUAL ROAD WORK FOR SISTER BAY Sister Bay – the Village of sister bay has conceptual drawings for the reconstruction of bluffside Lane, west maple Drive, parkview Drive and parkview Lane. there are two

drawings – one includes the removal of the administration office building and installation of a parking lot, and the other shows the office building remaining. to view these plans, either visit the administration building between 8 am and 4 pm, monday through

ROAD BARRIER SYSTEM NOW IN USE Sturgeon Bay – A barrier system from ArX perimeters to prevent a vehicle from accidentally or intentionally crashing into an event where people are gathered on closed streets is now in use in the City of sturgeon bay. the use of the barriers debuted saturday for the Farmers market after they arrived sept. 11, said police Chief Clint Henry. “they seem to work well,” said Henry, who also noted he has received positive comments about their use. Henry had requested the barrier system because the city’s public safety staff determined the use of wooden barricades or signs to close roads was inadequate for the number of people on closed roadways for events such as the weekly Farmers market on the city’s east side.

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Cobblestone Hotels is looking to build across the street on Egg Harbor Harbor Road from where it originally considered locating at the intersection with North 12th Avenue. KEVIN BONESKE

Cobblestone Hotels Looking at Another Egg Harbor Road Site City to draft development agreement for 62unit hotel in TID #6 by KEVIN BONESKE kevin@ppulse.com

fter not being able to finalize a construction site for a hotel at two different locations in Sturgeon Bay, Cobblestone Hotels has identified another site in the city where it is interested in building. The city’s Finance/Purchasing and Building Committee recommended Sept. 9 that city staff draft a new development agreement with Cobblestone Hotels, subject to review and approval by the city attorney. The latest prospective site at 1026 Egg Harbor Road is across the street from where Cobblestone Hotels originally looked to build at the southeast corner of Egg Harbor Road and North 12th Avenue. That site is now where a four-story, 81unit Hampton Inn is proposed. Cobblestone Hotels entered into a development agreement with city in 2023 for the original site in Tax Incremental District (TID) #6 to build a four-story, 62-room hotel, but that agreement became null and void after the company never finalized purchasing the property from the owners of the Door County Boardwalk development. Community Development Director Becky Kerwin said that agreement called for Cobblestone Hotels to receive a total of $1.2 million in financial incentives, $810,000 within 30 days of an occupancy permit being issued to the hotel, and $390,000 in annual payments of $26,000 over 15 years. Anna Jakubek, vice president of development for Cobblestone Hotels, informed the committee that the company is seeking the same financial incentives it was offered in 2023 for the four-story, 62-unit hotel it plans to build at the new site. That 1.92-acre site, previously home to Krueger Implement, is also located in TID #6, where Jakubek said Cobblestone Hotels is working with the property

News Notes continued from page 2 The Common Council in May approved spending up to $192,352 out of the city’s general fund to purchase two trailers that contain a total of 108 barriers. Henry said the city has enough of the barriers to block all the streets used during the weekly Farmers Market, and when more streets are closed for Harvest Fest, there are enough barriers to block the major streets.

NO WORD YET ON DISASTER DECLARATION FOR DOOR Madison – Gov. Tony Evers received official notice that the Trump Administration has approved his request for a major disaster declaration for some of the counties impacted by severe storms and flooding in August, but not Door County at this time. Evers’ formal request to President Donald Trump and the Trump Administration included six Wisconsin counties: Milwaukee, Washington, and Waukesha counties for the Federal Emergency Management Agency’s (FEMA’s) Individual Assistance program and Door, Grant, Milwaukee, Ozaukee, Washington, and Waukesha counties for FEMA’s Public Assistance program. At this time, the presidential disaster declaration is only applicable for individuals and households in Milwaukee, Washington, and Waukesha Counties. The governor’s request to receive Public Assistance to help support emergency work and the repair or replacement of disaster-damaged facilities in Door, Grant, Milwaukee, Ozaukee, Washington, and Waukesha Counties remains under review by the Trump Administration. Some 1,500 residential structures with an estimated damage of over $33 million, as well as more than $43 million in public

Community Development Director Becky Kerwin informs Sturgeon Bay’s Finance/ Purchasing and Building Committee on Sept. 9 about plans by Cobblestone Hotels to build a hotel at a new location on Egg Harbor Road, across the street from where the hotel chain previously considered. KEVIN BONESKE

owner, DOCO LOCO, LLC, to finalize the purchase. “The landowners have been wonderful to work with – we were introduced to them a couple of months ago,” she said. “I think all in all, it’s a great location. Four stories right there – you’ll definitely see it.” Jakubek said Cobblestone Hotels would like to break ground for the project this year or by early spring of next year at the latest. “The sooner, the better for us,” she said. “Obviously, it all depends on how quickly we can get the development agreement approved, because the bank is going to want to see that, investors are going to want to see that, and we’ll want to update our numbers based on what the numbers are in the agreement for our proforma.” City Administrator Josh Van Lieshout said the city has taken the approach of “not to regulate the marketplace” when it comes to the number of hotel units along Egg Harbor Road, where two four-story hotels could be across the street from

sector damage, occurred throughout the six Wisconsin counties during the storm in early August. The severe storm hit Door County on Aug. 9, causing downed trees and power lines, property damage, and an EF0 tornado to touch down in Peninsula State Park.

BIPARTISAN BILL TO PROTECT WISCONSIN LAKES PASSES SENATE Washington, D.C. – U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-Wisconsin) announced this week that her and Senator Dan Sullivan’s (R-Arkansas) bipartisan bill to better protect Wisconsin’s lakes, the communities around them, and people who use them passed unanimously in the Senate. The bill, the Harmful Algal Bloom and Hypoxia Research and Control Amendments Act (HABHRCA), is intended to improve response to harmful algal blooms that have the potential to threaten aquatic ecosystems, hurt local economies and endanger public health. The legislation would reauthorize the HABHRCA of 1998 and improve monitoring, forecasting, prevention and mitigation of harmful algal blooms and hypoxia by requiring better coordination among task force agencies, state and local entities and Indian tribes. “We are seeing more and more dangerous algae on our lakes, and if we want to protect them for the next generation, we’re going to have to act,” Baldwin said in a statement. Harmful algal blooms have long been an issue across the Badger State and are often caused by an overabundance of nutrients from fertilizer and stormwater runoff. Warming waters and strong storms have now created ideal conditions for toxic algal blooms as far north as Lake Superior, according to researchers from the University of Minnesota-Duluth. These algal blooms can reduce oxygen levels in the water in

each other if both the Cobblestone Hotel and a Hampton Inn are built. “We don’t have a Hampton Inn, we don’t have a Cobblestone, so it seems at some point we need to seize the opportunity and start working on a development agreement here,” he said. “I think the terms of the agreement [with Cobblestone Hotels] were good the last time. I think they’re still relevant and still reasonable.” Financial projections from R.W. Baird, the city’s financial consultant, estimate that Cobblestone Hotels’ project would result in a positive balance of around $241,000, with the project having a construction increment of $7.5 million – the minimum assessed value Van Lieshout said Cobblestone Hotels would have to guarantee – when TID #6 would close in 2043. Those financial projections also note the city would get a state trust fund loan estimated at 6.5% interest to pay the $810,000 incentive upfront. Committee members stated they hoped “the third time is the charm” for the Cobblestone Hotels, alluding to the second location the hotel chain sought on the West Waterfront, which the committee rejected last year when that site for the project drew public opposition. A four-story apartment building known as Sawyer Park Flats is now proposed there. “I would suspect that we would be pretty close on a development agreement [with Cobblestone Hotels], because we shouldn’t have to start from scratch,” said Council President Dan Williams. Cobblestone Financing A letter dated Aug. 29 from Community First Credit Union to Jakubek proposed financing terms for the project for Cobblestone to borrow $9,120,750 – roughly 75% of the estimated project costs of $12,161,000 – at a fixed rate of 6.5% over five years, and a loan amortization of up to 25 years. The first 18 months of payments would be for interest only, followed by 42 months of principal and interest payments of approximately $61,580, based on a 25-year amortization.

events called hypoxia, harming coastal ecosystems and posing health risks for coastal communities. HABHRCA has been reauthorized three times since 1998 and is currently due for reauthorization. This bill reauthorizes the original 1998 HABHRCA and improves coordination among state and local entities. Full text of the legislation is available at baldwin.senate.gov/imo/media/doc/ habhrca_bill_text.pdf.

DEVELOPER GIVEN A YEAR TO STUDY FEASIBILITY OF WESTSIDE HOUSING PROJECT Sturgeon Bay – Sturgeon Bay’s Common Council approved a request Sept. 2 from a developer to have a year of “due diligence” to determine whether a housing project is feasible on city-owned property at 1259 Division Road on the city’s west side. PortSide Builders is partnering with a Green Bay-area developer, Jim Connard, who sought the due-diligence period on land located north of the city compost site and GFL Environmental. The project plans call for a mix of workforce housing, single-family homes, duplexes and garage/living space combinations that are similar to the Boat House Motor Condos now under construction on the east side near 18th Avenue and Utah Street. In addition to the city acquiring the Division Road property last year to be able to connect to the Ahnapee State Trail, District 1 Alderwoman Helen Bacon said additional housing “looks like it would be a good option for that piece of land.” Paul Shefchik of PortSide said the proposed project would have housing similar to what PortSide is involved in with the Geneva Ridge subdivision in Tax Incremental District (TID) #10.

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Mark Honold on the Challenge of Alzheimer’s Care Mark Honold didn’t plan to take on another job in retirement, but after his teaching career ended, a more challenging chapter began when his wife was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s. He talks to Myles Dannhausen Jr. about the difficult journey of navigating the disease, watching his wife’s decline, and navigating a maze to find resources and assistance. He also discusses what he’d do differently if he could go back to the beginning, and how he gained the perspective to get help before the burden of caregiving took an irreversible toll on him. Listen at DoorCountyPulse.com/podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts.

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Door County Sees Modest Increase in Dog Bites by BETSY LECY pulseintern@ppulse.com

oughly 59.8 million U.S. households own dogs, according to the American Veterinary Medical Association and each year, about 4.5 million people in the U.S. are bitten by dogs, according to the World Health Organization (WHO). Locally, Door County has seen a modest increase in reported dog bite cases, according to the Department of Health and Human Services. While it’s difficult to predict when or why a dog bite might occur, Eric Krawczyk, Door County Public Health officer, noted the seasonal spikes during the summer months might be attributed to the increase of dog and human activity. As of July 15, Door County Public Health (DCPH) reported 43 cases this year – 18 of which occurred between May 27 and July 15, or 42% of the year’s total over seven weeks. The department reported 80 dog bite cases in 2024, with 40 of those occurring between Jan. 1, 2024 and July 15, 2024. “We’ve [DCPH] just gotten a lot more than normal,” Krawczyk said. On average, Krawczyk said the department sees around one case a week in recent weeks. However, the amount of cases are “sporadic” with some months only having a singular case and some weeks having two or three per week. According to Door County Sheriff’s Office Field Services Lieutenant Brad Shortreed, many incidents involve someone interrupting a dog during feeding,

or a child grabbing a dog in a way the animal finds unpleasant. Other common scenarios involve dog fights, where a person steps in and is bitten in the process, said Lyndsey Bond, shelter operations manager at the Door County Humane Society. For some residents, dog bite statistics become real in an instant. In October 2024, Connie Toneys, a resident of Egg Harbor, was conversing with her neighbor, who had recently adopted a rescue dog. Toneys was standing outside the home when the dog slowly approached. The dog came up next to her, and Toneys looked down at the dog as it was looking up at her. “It happened so fast,” she said. “Our eyes connected for a split second and the dog immediately just grabbed a hold of my hand.” The bite left her with four puncture wounds, two on the top of her hand and two on the bottom. Though the dog let go quickly, the impact left her hand feeling “crushed.” Toneys said the joint pain didn’t fully subside for several months. Because the dog was up to date on its vaccinations, it was quarantined at home. But the emotional impact lingered. Toneys said the experience made her nervous around unfamiliar dogs, even months later. When a dog bites a person, Wisconsin state law requires the animal to be quarantined for 10 days. If the dog is unvaccinated or its vaccination status is unknown, the animal must be transferred within 24 hours to an isolation facility for monitoring, according to the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection.

In Door County, the only such facility is the Door County Humane Society in Sturgeon Bay. Local law enforcement is responsible for transporting the animal there if a report is filed. During the quarantine, a licensed veterinarian watches the dog for signs of rabies, according to Bond. If rabies symptoms appear, the dog is humanely euthanized and the brain is submitted for testing, according to state law. If no rabies is found but the dog has a history of aggression, and civil action is taken, the state allows the court to order euthanasia. This only occurs if the court orders a judgment, according to Wisconsin state statute, under the circumstance that the dog has seriously injured a person or domestic animal on two separate occasions off its owner’s property, and the owner was aware of the prior incident. Shortreed said he’s not aware of any cases where dogs have been euthanized, but is aware of owners who have euthanized their dogs due to a couple bite incidents. Vaccinated dogs may be quarantined at home if they are strictly isolated, both kept indoors or walked only on a leash by an adult. They must still be examined by a vet three times over the 10-day quarantine period. Shortreed said if an owner fails to follow the quarantine rules, the police department may issue citations. In all bite cases, medical providers are urged to consult the local health department to determine whether rabies treatment is necessary, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).

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school resource officer (SRO) is a member of law enforcement selected and trained to work with a school to handle school-based enforcement and crisis response. The Door County Sheriff’s Office provides officers for the Gibraltar Area, Sevastopol and Southern Door County School Districts, while the Sturgeon Bay Police Department provides officers for the Sturgeon Bay School District. Here are the faces you can expect around school districts this year: Gibraltar: Deputy Kate Paral Sevastopol: Deputy Ashley DePas Southern Door: Deputy Clayton Paral Sturgeon Bay: Officer Derek Jennerjohn

(From left) Deputy Kate Paral, Gibraltar Area School District school resource officer. / Deputy Ashley DePas, Sevastopol School District school resource officer. / Deputy Clayton Paral, Southern Door County School District school resource officer. / Officer Derek Jennerjohn, Sturgeon Bay School District school resource officer. DOOr COUNtY sHerIFF’s OFFICe FACebOOK pAGe.

Sergeant Jason Albertson from the Sturgeon Bay Police Department joined St. John Bosco School students for lunch. sUbmItteD

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LUXEMBURG-CASCO IMPLEMENTS AI TOOLS THIS YEAR

st. John bosco school has introduced badges and bites, a new program designed to build meaningful connections between students and local law enforcement officers. thursday, sept. 11, the school welcomed sergeant Jason Albertson for the first time to have lunch with students. As part of the program, officers from the sturgeon bay police Department and the Door County sheriff’s Office will regularly join students for lunch in a relaxed, welcoming environment. the initiative provides students with a unique opportunity to see officers outside of emergencies, helping foster trust, open dialogue and positive role modeling. to make this program possible, a dedicated lunch account has been created for participating officers. All costs are covered through community and parent donations. those interested in supporting badges and bites may contact the st. John bosco school by calling 920.743.4144 or emailing michael.robey@johnboscoschool.org. the program officially began on sept. 11 and is planned to take place weekly throughout the school year.

the Luxemburg-Casco (L-C) school District has chosen to proactively implement artificial intelligence (AI) tools. starting in the 2025-26 school year, the district has made AI tools available for its entire staff and for students in grades six through 12. L-C has chosen to utilize AI tools for multiple reasons, per scott Waldow, the district’s director of technology, who is Scott Waldow, coordinating the implementation with the Luxemburgsarah monfils, library media specialist Casco School for the high school and middle school. District director Waldow said that AI enhances of technology. teaching and learning through sUbmItteD personalized instruction, immediate feedback and accessibility support, while helping teachers save time, gain insights from student data and focus on high-value instruction. training on AI was offered over the summer to any staff member who wished to participate.

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Six Generations In, Mann’s Still an Island Cornerstone by ELEANOR CORBIN eleanor@ppulse.com

arlene Mann used to make 50 pounds of her famous potato salad twice a week to fill the deli case at Mann’s Food Store on Washington Island. These days, she doesn’t make as much, but her special recipe remains a local favorite whenever it’s on the menu. She claims she doesn’t add anything extra to make her potato salad so coveted. “But people think I do,” she said. “They’re always asking for it, and I’ll say ‘no, not this week.’” The store has been in the Mann family for more than 100 years. Founded in 1903, it’s now run by Marlene and her husband, Jerry, along with Jerry’s brother, Orion, and his wife, Jill. That team of four keeps Mann’s running year-round as the island’s only grocery store and an important community hub. More than just a place to grab a handmade sandwich or a box of cereal, Mann’s is where neighbors catch up, especially in the colder months. Marlene said that’s her favorite part of the job, and she enjoys helping customers out and imparting her kitchen expertise. “We get all kinds of questions, a lot of cooking questions. It’s fun,” she said. Mann’s rhythms change with the island’s seasons. The busy summer months bring a wave of visitors and more frequent deliveries from SpartanNash Distribution twice a week by ferry. Sometimes, Orion’s son will take the business’s truck to Northport to meet the delivery partway. In winter, demand and deliveries slow down. The team switches to less frequent orders using Sysco, sometimes every other week. When icy temperatures keep island residents inside more often, trips to

BUSINESS briefs NEW ADMINISTRATOR FOR SERENITY SPRINGS serenity spring at scandia Village has a new full-time administrator for its sister bay facility. Arthur schmitz comes to serenity spring (formerly scandia Village) with 27 years of experience Arthur Schmitz. in nursing homes as a certified nursing sUbmItteD assistant and nursing home administrator in Wisconsin, minnesota, Ohio and New mexico. He succeeds Katie Casey, who had served as interim director since Continuum Health Care had taken over the facility in 2024. “I’m enjoying it a lot,” schmitz said. “I’ve been coming to Door County for a long time. When I started in 1997 with Good samaritan society, I always kept an eye on this spot to see if it came open.” schmitz lives in Wisconsin rapids with his wife and is transitioning to sister bay. “my experience doing this job has been primarily on the nursing home side, but here you have something different, a campus,” he said. “You have different areas of care, and people transition through the different areas of care. this is a nice facility with a lot of things going for it.” schmitz said the facility is operating at about 80% of its 150-resident capacity. that total capacity includes 58 residents in independent living, 24 in assisted living, 50 in skilled nursing and 18 in the Villas. schmitz said he has been impressed by the level of community investment in the facility. “the community really does care about what happens in this facility and they want to see it be successful,” he said.

VOICE OF MILK ORGANIZATIONS SET STRATEGY the organizations within the Voice of milk – the midwest edge Dairy Farmer Cooperative, the Wisconsin Dairy business Association and minnesota milk producers

A customer waits for a sandwich at the Mann’s Food Store deli counter.

Mann’s can provide a steady sense of connection and welcome breaks to the cold and quiet. Hot Wednesdays, for example, serve up hot sandwiches once a week, luring residents out of the house. In Marlene’s experience, traffic on the island tends to let up in October each year after the annual Harvest Dinner at the Trinity Lutheran Church. Certain events bring carry them through the slow season, like an ice fishing derby in February. Some of the food sold at Mann’s is sourced on the island, like tomatoes from Birchwood Farms. Other products, like Marlene’s specialty potato salad, are prepared in-house. In addition to

Association – along with Farmers for sustainable Food have embarked on a new strategic plan to provide more relevant, reliable and innovative programs and resources to their members and other stakeholders. the strategy is an integrated approach anchored by a robust research initiative based on information gathered and analyzed from dairy farmers and processors across the midwest. the objective of the plan, which will be implemented over three years, is to support members to be the best positioned to fully integrate into the dairy value chain. the current partnerships between the Voice of milk organizations and the full value chain uniquely position them to achieve this objective in a way that is mutually beneficial to all stakeholders. “Our organizations are rooted in advocating for farmers at the local, state and federal levels, and this remains a top priority, now more than ever, as we see the continual pressures put on our farmer members,” the Voice of milk CeO tim trotter said. “Over the past several years, we have also established nationally recognized, farmer-led sustainability programs that enable our members to better identify and tailor conservation practices for their individual farms and that provide tools to document the environmental and financial effects. We will build on this foundation and take our programs and members to the next level in understanding and implementing environmental metrics on their farms that can transfer through the value chain.” Voice of milk’s leadership has been restructured as part of the strategy, with a focus on strengthening service delivery to members and stakeholders. the organizations established an executive team and named new directors. the executive leadership team includes tim trotter, chief executive officer; Lauren brey, chief experience officer; Anna Waldron, chief of staff; Karen Gefvert, chief policy officer; and Laura Hensley, chief marketing officer. the senior leadership team includes Lucas sjostrom, executive director of minnesota milk producers Association, and managing director of edge Dairy Farmer Cooperative; Chad Zuleger, executive director, Dairy business Association; Jamie Fisher, managing director, Farmers for sustainable Food; tim baumgartner, director of regulatory and permitting services; Jennifer block, director of value chain partnerships; Jim eckberg, director of science and innovation; and Andy Kamenick, director of finance. to learn more about the Voice of milk – a multi-state association speaking only on behalf of dairy farmers and its organizations – go to voiceofmilk.com.

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a variety of pasta salads, slaws and side dishes, the staff makes in-house bratwurst, Italian sausage, breakfast sausage and hamburger meat. During peak season, Jerry grinds 80100 pounds of beef a week to serve as the centerpiece of Tuesday burger nights at Karly’s Bar right across the street. A lot has changed since Mann’s opened its doors in 1903. Back then, founding family member George O. Mann sold lumber, hardware, clothes and other miscellaneous goods alongside groceries. A fire in 1932 razed that original building, which was soon replaced with the current structure.

The store has modernized with the times, updating from classic cash registers to computer-based point of sales systems, and now the store focuses mainly on groceries, Marlene said. But the heart of the operation – the Mann family dedication – remains unchanged. Today, the sixth generation is actively involved in the store’s day-to-day operations, with both Orion and Jill’s and Marlene and Jerry’s sons pitching in to carry on the tradition. Mann’s Food Store, located at 1290 Main Road on Washington Island, is open from 7:30 am to 5:30 pm Monday through Saturday, and 9 am to 1 pm on Sundays.

TOURISM & THE VISITOR ECONOMY

We’re Shaping a Stronger Door County Together by JULIE GILBERT, Destination Door County president & CEO

hen people think of Door County, they picture our natural beauty, including shorelines, parks and sunsets. But just as important are the people and businesses that bring this place to life. Family-owned restaurants, local shops, galleries, outfitters and lodging properties capture the essence of Door County. Behind each business are neighbors, friends and community members who depend on a healthy visitor economy. Tourism is often seen as visitorfocused, but its effects are felt most strongly by residents and the small businesses that serve our communities. Each year, visitors choose Door County for vacations and weekend getaways. Their spending in restaurants, shops, attractions and lodging flows directly into the hands of local business owners. Those dollars ripple through the entire economy. A visitor buying breakfast at a diner is also supporting the farmers who supply the eggs, the distributors who deliver food, and the employees who spend their wages at grocery stores, gas stations and other local businesses. For many small businesses, the visitor economy makes their business model possible. A boutique shop or kayak rental might not survive on local demand alone, but with visitor spending, they can thrive. In turn, residents benefit from more choices and more vibrancy in our communities. Tourism also sparks entrepreneurship. We’ve seen artisans open galleries, chefs launch restaurants, and outfitters start new ventures, all because visitors help sustain them. At the same time, tourism

lowers the local tax burden. Room tax revenue and visitor spending contribute to services, infrastructure and grant programs that benefit everyone. The cultural impact is equally strong. Festivals, events and attractions that residents enjoy are supported by visitor demand. Without tourism, many of these experiences wouldn’t exist at the same scale or quality. Of course, with these benefits come the responsibility of managing tourism thoughtfully. At Destination Door County, we’ve embraced a destination stewardship approach, promoting the county while investing in community well-being, sustainability and balance. Programs like the Community Investment Fund reinvest tourism dollars into projects that strengthen our communities for the long term. Tourism isn’t just about attracting visitors. It’s about sustaining the businesses that define who we are. It’s about helping the next generation of entrepreneurs open their doors, supporting employees who live and raise families here, and keeping our communities vibrant year-round. As you walk through town and enjoy a meal or shop at a local business, let’s remember how connected we all are. Visitor spending plays a role in helping many of our small businesses succeed, which in turn adds to the choices and vibrancy we enjoy as residents. By working together to support our community, residents and visitors alike, we can keep Door County a place where small businesses thrive, neighborhoods stay strong, and the natural beauty we love is preserved for generations to come. I’d love to hear your thoughts on how we can continue shaping a positive and sustainable visitor economy for Door County. Feel free to reach out to me at julie@doorcounty.com.

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More than 1,200 Wolves in Wisconsin The latest population estimate comes before the birth of pups in 300+ packs by KEVIN NAZE gofishwisconsin@gmail.com Peninsula Pulse contributor

isconsin’s wolf population is likely as high as it has ever been after roughly 300 breeding females gave birth this spring. Wolf litters average about five or six pups, but past research has shown that more than half don’t survive their first

year. Disease, accidents, starvation and being killed by other wolves or predators are among the factors. Either way, it’s likely that the count temporarily exceeded 2,000 wolves after pups were born, showing just how resilient the animals are. Wolf advocates had claimed the population was devastated and in jeopardy by what they called a “slaughter” of 216 wolves in less than three days of hunting and trapping in February 2021. Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) large carnivore specialist Randy Johnson said the wolf population likely doubles every spring before dropping due to the deaths of pups and adult wolves, including due to vehicle collisions and illegal shootings. The latest population estimate – which doesn’t include lone wolves, only those

associated with packs – was released late last week. Using data plugged into an occupancy model, the agency estimated there were somewhere between 299-373 packs, and 1,087-1,379 wolves in those packs. The average pack was three to four wolves. While the model shows a wide variation of possibilities, the DNR felt most comfortable with an estimate of about 1,226 wolves in 336 packs, close to where previous research has found a biological carrying capacity in the state. Research has shown that adding 1015% to the pack estimate likely accounts for lone wolves, but Johnson said since the lone wolf population is transient and variable, Wisconsin doesn’t add an arbitrary percentage. Minnesota adds 15% to its initial estimate, Johnson said. But he has

reservations about a 10-15% figure because many of the studies took place when wolves were in the recovery phase versus today, when wolf range is saturated with packs. “I speculate we would expect a smaller percent to be lone wolves within our core range because there is little space available there, and resident packs tend to drive out or kill invading lone wolves,” Johnson said via email, in response to a question. “Therefore, in a saturated wolf landscape, I’d expect lone wolves would do better to stay in their natal packs longer and try to join up with other packs as quickly as they can. Or disperse out very long distances/across state lines looking for vacant territory.” continued on page 8

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The Climate Change Coalition of Door County’s summer planet potluck this year.

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CLIMATE CHANGE COALITION PLANET POTLUCK The Climate Change Coalition of Door County (CCCDC) will host a fall Planet Potluck on Thursday, Sept. 25 at the Town Hall Bakery, 6225 Hwy 57 in Jacksonport. Special guest Emily Wood, executive director of the Door County Land Trust, will join the potluck and share an update on broadening conservation efforts to include working lands. Attendees are invited to bring a dish and a place setting. The person with the best place setting will get a prize. Participants will arrive between 4:30 and 5 pm for a 5:30 pm potluck. Wood will present her kid-friendly, informal presentation at 6:30 pm. The CCCDC is celebrating two milestones in clean energy: the first global Sun Day on Sunday, Sept. 21 and Door County’s first successful solar group buy. Sun Day, a new international day of action, was launched by author and climate advocate Bill McKibben. Falling on the autumn equinox, Sun Day highlights the power of renewable energy, especially solar and wind. This summer, the CCCDC launched its first solar group buy program in partnership with the Midwest Renewable Energy Association. This initiative allowed homeowners, businesses

Emily Wood, executive director of the Door County Land Trust and special guest at the fall Planet Potluck. SUBMITTED

and nonprofits to pool their purchasing power, securing competitive prices for solar installations and making clean energy more accessible. More than 150 residents signed up for free estimates, and 30 projects are already under contract to be completed this year, representing over 280 kilowatts of new solar power.

As a long-time resident of Bay Shore Drive, I have witnessed my share of Century rides, Triathlons, Fall or Spring Classics, etc. I am both a bicyclist and a motorist. To be clear, Bay Shore Drive is a county highway. It is not a bike trail or pedestrian path that tolerates motor vehicles. As such, it is meant to be shared by all users, and all users are expected to follow safety rules. Yes, I have seen cars exceeding the speed limit and my heart skips a beat when they zoom by my bike, but I have also seen cyclists blow through stop signs, ride erratically and ride multiple people deep. Are these the exceptions or the rule? As with all things, I suspect it’s a small percentage that ignores the rules and ruins it for everyone. Speeding is a problem, but so is congestion (especially in the summer months when there is increased traffic – both bicycles and cars). There is room for everyone. Cars and bicyclists are expected to obey traffic laws. For cars, that means abiding by the speed limit, stopping at stop signs, and giving cyclists 3 feet when passing. Bicylists must also obey traffic laws, which include riding single file on the right side of the road, riding with the traffic, and stopping at stop signs. No one should be driving/riding down the center line of the road. Be courteous! Be safe! Cars, slow down (at least the wildlife will appreciate it) and give those cyclists a little more room. Bicyclists, pay attention and move to the right. It is not in your self-interest to stay in the path of a vehicle weighing 4,000 to 6,000 lbs and traveling at least twice your speed. Above all, be respectful! We welcome you to enjoy our beautiful county. You may view it as your playground, but remember it is also our home. Wendy Beilfuss Egg Harbor, Wisconsin

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County Inaction Leaves Bay Shore Drive Residents at Risk Throughout Door County, taxpayers have put up yard signs imploring motorists to slow down. Here on Bay Shore Drive, one resident has gone above and beyond that effort by purchasing his very own speed board in yet another futile attempt by a private citizen to get his fellow citizens to obey the law. Whether it is the daily traffic of locals or the onslaught of guests, the problem is not getting solved, and nothing is being done by the County of Door. Nothing. I am always skeptical of conspiracy theories, but I have begun to wonder if the County Board of Supervisors is reluctant to address this problem because they fear it might in some way impact tourism. I have had lengthy discussions with the Bay Shore Property Owners Association, the Town of Sevastopol, and our representative on the county, and no path forward was suggested that I and others could take. Nothing was accomplished. Nothing. continued on page 9

Wild Things continued from page 7 “At the end of the day,” he wrote, “any abundance estimate is trying to hit an inherently moving target, which is why we stress so much that these are ultimately estimates only and it is better to focus on trends rather than specific numbers in a given year.” More than 18,000 miles of track surveys were conducted by state and federal staff and trained volunteers last winter. DNR and U.S. Department of Agriculture staff tracked more than 13,000 of those. Volunteers, tribal staff and contracted workers tracked the remainder. Twenty-eight wolves had active GPS collars working for at least some of the time. After an unusually high number of GPS collars experienced premature failure, the DNR recently changed collar companies, which has resulted in a significant decline in the technical failure rate. Johnson said trapping efforts this spring resulted in 23 new collars deployed, for a total of 41 active GPS collars right now. The agency reported 36 wolf mortalities (including collared and non-collared wolves) detected in the 20242025 monitoring period. Nineteen of the wolves were killed in vehicle collisions, 12 were killed illegally, four died of natural causes, and one cause of death could not be determined. Two of the wolves dying from natural causes were euthanized because of disease; one tested positive for canine parvovirus and the other for canine distemper. Meanwhile, wolves killed a royal yak and a miniature horse in two separate attacks on northern Wisconsin farms in the past week. Wolves have also killed at least 16 hunting hounds, one pet dog, one cat, and more than 30 calves, steers and cows this year, along with a duck and a chicken. Wolves have also injured 14 other hunting dogs and two pet dogs, and harassed hundreds of livestock and some pets. In addition, there have been several recent human health and safety complaints. Youth Waterfowl This weekend is Wisconsin’s annual youth waterfowl hunt, a chance for adult-chaperoned kids ages 15 and under to hunt ducks before the regular season opener. Geese are also legal. All youths must be accompanied by an adult. Most do it one-on-one, but an adult can chaperone two youths if at least one of them is age 12-15 and hunter educationcertified. The mentor can’t hunt ducks, but may hunt geese if properly licensed. Youths don’t need a license or stamp to hunt ducks and geese during the two days, but must be registered in the free Harvest Information Program.

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Letters to the Editor continued from page 8 Lowering the speed limit would not make the slightest difference, so I propose the following solutions as at least a partial remedy to provide the taxpayers with some level of safety and tranquility. Paint a solid double-yellow centerline down the entire length of Bay Shore Drive, with ‘Do Not Pass’ signs placed at appropriate intervals to remind motorists of the law. Place electronic speed boards midway on both sides of the road on each of the three straightaways between Sturgeon Bay and Frank E. Murphy County Park in Egg Harbor (south of Bay Shore Blufflands Nature Preserve, past the former Hutter Resort, and south of Frank E. Murphy Park), where violators regularly blow out the carbon. These three stretches of road are without a doubt the most hazardous for motorists and pedestrians alike. A consistent law enforcement presence should be planned for and put in place. Increased patrols are appreciated, but last only as long as it takes to pass oncoming traffic. They must be regular, stationary, and seen as ready to act. Any other solution is useless if this does not happen. Our tax dollars should provide us with more than snow removal. Louis “Luther” Perdoni Sevastopol, Wisconsin

Protect the Land and Public from Farm Expansion The issue of solid and liquid waste from farms, especially large farms classified as CAFOs [concentrated animal feedlot operation], is a very serious issue that we, the public, and the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) must very solemnly consider. In the 13 years since we moved to northeast Wisconsin, we’ve learned that we were seriously underprepared in understanding the very serious waste management issue here. We never knew this problem should be part of our due diligence. Now, however, we’re a bit smarter and have learned that the karst we all live on is so very fragile when it comes to agricultural waste runoff; that too much of anything – whether rain or manure or urine – can quickly seep into aquifers and wells, streams and lakes. This is such an incredibly serious issue. There is a permit request from a Sevastopol dairy farm for an expansion of 40-50%, and we can’t understand how the expansion of that farm, which can be affected by our karst topography, benefits the public in any way. Indeed, it benefits only one farm and businesses that service that farm. The result? More dry manure and liquid waste on our fragile land of porous rock. The DNR is the only shield for us on this issue, and we depend on it to protect the public. Once any water source is polluted, there’s no going back. Does the DNR wish to provide families with free bottled water for drinking, showering, and laundry? How kindly will the tourism industry and tourists view us when our water quality goes south?

Sturge? What is Sturge? I have owned a home in Door County for quite a while. I have never heard the word Sturge until recently. Is this a new word? What is a Sturge? Where is Sturge? Recently, I have heard from folks who live North, say, “I’m going to Sturge.” Folks who live in Sturgeon Bay are saying, “I live in Sturge.” Is life getting so busy that we can no longer say “Sturgeon Bay,” or is this a new trend, shorten everything? Shorten our wait, shorten our memory, shorten our patience? Destination Door County may have to change all its advertising! The city council may have to change its minutes so the locals can understand they are talking about their city! Oh well. I’m off to the Y, the Pick and Sturge for the morning. Cheers. Bryan Troutman Egg Harbor, Wisconsin

Don’t Allow Greed to Determine Our Future Door County is a living sanctuary – its forests, meadows, and waters are not luxuries; they are the heart of our health, our economy, and our peace. Yet across Sister Bay, Egg Harbor, Baileys Harbor, Sturgeon Bay, and other towns and villages, we see the cost of careless growth: strip malls, condos and bare land where once there was beauty. Development without wisdom and proper planning for beauty erodes the very qualities that make this place beloved. We can do better. Our city and county must: • Stop clear-cutting before approvals. Require sitesensitive design that respects natural features and trees. • Protect wildlife corridors and meadows, however small, because they stitch together the fabric of life here. These are the pathways of deer, fox, songbirds, geese, herons, egrets and pollinators. • Don’t play along with outside developers who profit but don’t live here. Our land should not be stripped for absentee gain. • Strengthen tree ordinances and noise ordinances so that peace, shade, and beauty remain part of community life. • Address housing honestly. Short-term rentals and second homes drive up taxes, empty neighborhoods in winter, and fail to provide affordable, year-round homes for families. • Hold officials accountable. Every zoning change and vote matters. Ask candidates where they stand on conservation, attend council and board meetings, and vote accordingly. Tourism may sustain us, but it is not worth trading away the land, trees, and water that are the foundation of its appeal. Smarter, thoughtful development is possible – we do not need to pave over a sanctuary in the name of progress. Door County is a treasure. Let us choose leaders and plans that protect its peace, its wildlife and its beauty for generations to come. Don’t allow greed to determine our future.

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public notices & classifieds Public Notices this week: County of Door; City of Sturgeon Bay; Towns of Brussels, Gibraltar, Liberty Grove, Washington; Village of Egg Harbor; Southern Door School District Public notices submissions are due by 9:30am on Wednesday. Send them to legals@ppulse.com.

COUNTY OF DOOR

COURT ORDERS

STATE OF WISCONSIN, CIRCUIT COURT, DOOR COUNTY IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF PRESTON S. MARKS Notice to Creditors (Informal Administration) Case No. 25 PR 72 PLEASE TAKE NOTICE: 1. An application for informal administration was filed. 2. The decedent, with date of birth February 10, 1942 and date of death December 16,2024 was domiciled in Door County, State of Wisconsin, with a mailing address of 3710 Alison Lane, Sturgeon Bay, WI 54235. 3. All interested persons waived notice. 4. The deadline for filing a claim against the decedent’s estate is December 5, 2025. 5. A claim may be filed at the Door County Justice Center, Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin, Room C258. BY THE COURT: /s/ Regan Hendrickson Register in Probate 09/05/25 Pinkert Law Firm LLP 454 Kentucky Street Sturgeon Bay, WI 54235 920-743-6505 Bar Number 1082283 Run: Sept 12, 19, 26 2025 WNAXLP

PUBLIC HEARINGS

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING BEFORE THE DOOR COUNTY, WI RESOURCE PLANNING COMMITTEE DOOR COUNTY GOVERNMENT CENTER 421 NEBRASKA ST. STURGEON BAY, WI 54235 A public hearing and subsequent business meeting

will be held by the Door County Resource Planning Committee (RPC) on Thursday, October 2, 2025 in the Door County Government Center Chambers Room (C102, 1st Floor). Applicants and others who wish to offer oral testimony must attend in person. Members of the public who wish to simply monitor/observe the hearing and meeting may attend in person, or do so remotely by computer using the link below, or via the Zoom smartphone app, or by calling (312) 626-6799. Link: https://us02web.zoom. us/j/87019165090?pwd=IXlE CVHBCW8B0ibMQvcB9EREf eBoNO.1 Zoom Webinar ID: 870 1916 5090 Passcode: 962492 The hearing will begin at 3:00 p.m. to give consideration to the application below for a Map Amendment, as specified in the Door County Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance. GIBRALTAR Kenneth A Ottman petitions to rezone 12.05 acres from Heartland-5 (HL-5) to Heartland-3.5 (HL-3.5) to be able to subdivide the parcel into 3.5-acre lots. The property is located at 9248 CTH A. A map showing the property affected by the rezoning proposal is available for viewing and/or purchase from the Door County Land Use Services Department during normal business hours. The purpose of a hearing is to allow parties to explain how their interests are affected, how the public is affected, and to bring out any facts pertinent to the case related to public health, safety, convenience, and general welfare. Written testimony will be accepted on 8 1/2” x 11” paper, or by email to LUSdepartment@co.door. wi.us, and must be received 48 hours prior to the day of the hearing. Anonymous correspondence will not be accepted. Letters are available for inspection upon request. Letters are entered

into hearing records, but are not read aloud. Please note: Correspondence or testimony submitted for town-level proceedings does NOT get forwarded to the county. All application materials may be viewed on-line approximately four business days before the hearing at https://www.co.door.wi.gov/ AgendaCenter. Additional materials may be posted up until 4:30 p.m. the day before the hearing. The list of names to whom this notice was sent by regular mail is available upon request. Hugh Zettel, Chairperson Resource Planning Committee c/o Land Use Services Dept. Door County Gov’t. Center 421 Nebraska St. Sturgeon Bay, WI 54235 Phone: (920) 746-2323 FAX: (920) 746-2387 Publication Dates: September 12th & 19th 2025 WNAXLP

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PUBLIC WORK

Notice of Intent to Award Public Work Contract County of Door, Wisconsin The County of Door intends to award contract for the purpose of landscape clean up from storm damage at Cana Island County Park located at 8800 E Cana Island Road, Baileys Harbor, Wisconsin 54202. The entirety of this work will be performed for an estimated total cost of $23,300.00. This notice is given pursuant to Section 59.52 (29)(a) of the Wisconsin Statues, which provides that if the estimated cost of public work is between $5,000 and $25,000, the board shall give a class 1 notice under ch. 985 of the Wisconsin Statues before it contracts for the work. The contract will not be executed until at least one week following publication of this notice. County of Door David Englebert, Board Chairperson WNAXLP

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Immanuel Lutheran Church-LCMC

Sunday Worship 10 AM Christmas Worship Christmas Eve Candlelight Service 7 PM Christmas Day Worship 10 AM

7973 Hwy 57 Immanuel Lutheran Church Baileys Harbor, WI 54202

JESUS CENTERED WORSHIP

Rooted in Christ + Growing in Faith 920.839.2224 Immanuel-Lutheran.org

Worship Schedule Sunday 10 am

Corpus Christi Catholic Church Holy Name of Mary Catholic Church Weekend Mass Times Weekend Mass Time Saturday 4:30pm Sunday 9am Sunday 7:30am Sunday 10:30am www.holynameofmary.church www.ccparish.net 7491 County Road H 811 W. Juniper St. Sturgeon Bay, WI Sturgeon Bay, WI

In person and live on Facebook

LCMC - A Lutheran Congregation in Mission for Christ

handicapped accessible

Pastor Gary Scharrig 7973 Hwy 57, Baileys Harbor, WI 54202 Phone: 920.839.2224 Web: Immanuel-Lutheran.org

ELCA LUTHERAN CHURCHES Bay View Lutheran

Pastor Daniel Bowman Associate Pastor Ryan Bowman

SUNDAY SERVICE 9:30 AM ccfishcreek@gmail.com

ccfishcreek.org E Join us on Sundays at 9420 Cottage Row Fish Creek Handicap Accessible

You are warmly invited for worship service at the historic Jacksonport United Methodist Church All are welcome!

First Baptist Church

340 W. Maple St. • Sturgeon Bay Sunday Worship 9:15AM • 10:15AM Coffee & Fellowship Wed. Worship 6PM

Shepherd of the Bay Lutheran

Join us this Sunday at Jacksonport UMC where thoughtful sermons and timeless music from the original pump organ fill our historic sanctuary.

11836 WI-42• Ellison Bay • Pastor, Jim Honig Sunday Worship 9:30AM • 10:30AM Coffee & Fellowship

Hainesville Lutheran

3944 Co. Rd. M • Sturgeon Bay • Pastor, Mary Lou Plummer Sunday Worship 9:30AM • 10:30AM Brunch

Sunday School 8:30 - 9:15 am Sunday Worship 9:30 am

Special Music • The D & B Singers Hwy 57 & Cave Point Road • Jacksonport jacksonportmethodist.org

St. Luke’s Episcopal Church

2336 Canterbury Lane, Sister Bay

Pastor James Gomez 1756 Michigan Street, Master’s Cup Coffee House Sturgeon Bay Tues-Thurs • 9am-3pm 920.743.7750 Fri • 9am-Noon princeofpeacesb.com FREE WIFI E P • @baypoplc

SS Peter and Paul Catholic Church

The Rev. Brit Bjurstrom Frazier, Rector Holy Eucharist 10 am Sunday • 5:30 pm Wednesday All are welcome! stlukes-sisterbay.org

The Episcopal Church welcomes you! Holy Nativity

512 Michigan St. Sturgeon Bay Holy Eucharist 9:30 Sunday

Mass Schedule

Rev. Matthew Rappl

Thursday 8:30 am Rosary at 8:00

Sunday 8:00 am

Handicap Accessible Hearing Loop System Air Conditioned

St. Joseph Catholic Church

Christ the King

3434 County Rd. V Jacksonport Holy Eucharist 5:00 Saturday

September 21 • 8:45am

Sunday 1:00 pm

Spanish Speaking

Office (920) 743-4842 Hwy 57 • Institute • www.sspeterpaulsb.org

110 N. 5th Ave • Sturgeon Bay

WEEKEND MASS TIMES:

You are invited. Communion is open to all.

The Church of the Atonement (Episcopal)

Saturday 4pm Sunday 10am

The Rev. Olin Sletto 920-743-3286 – www.ctkhn.org

www.stjosephsb.com

Main St. at Cottage Row Fish Creek

EVERYONE WELCOME!

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Sept 21 • 9am

ELCA, Ellison Bay, WI Church Ofﬁce: 920-854-2988 Jim Honig, Pastor A Stephen Ministry Congregation

Sister Bay Moravian Church

Corner of Old Stage and Hill Roads, Sister Bay Serving in Faith and Mission since 1896 10am Worship in person, or on YouTube. Free lunch for the community the first Wednesday of the month followed by Northern Door Cancer Support @ 12:45

Join us in Sunday Worship!

9:30 AM Worship w/communion in person, drive-in or watch live on the church website. 10:30 AM Coffee & fellowship / Sunday School

For more information visit: www.shepherdofthebay.org

Bethel Baptist Church Bethel Baptist Church

Rev. Thomas Farrell, Pastor

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2025 • 143rd Season bethanyephraim.org

Sept 21st • 9:30am Rev. Gisele Berninghaus

Bethany

WEDNESDAY

Weekend Mass Times: Saturday, 4:00pm Fish Creek Saturday, 6:00pm Egg Harbor Sunday, 8:00am Baileys Harbor Sunday, 10:00am Sister Bay Sunday, 10:00am Jacksonport Sunday, 1:00pm Washington Island

Join us this Sunday! School Elevate Youth Sunday 7:00 - 8:30 PM * Meetsfor at First all Baptist ages Church - 9:15 Worship Service - 10:30

Next Step Classes 9:15 AM SUNDAY Fellowship 10:15 AM We livestream ourCoffee services on Worship Service 10:45 AM Check our website for more information

Calvary & Zion United Methodist Churches Pastor Frank Maxwell

We are Merging Excitement and Hope Into a Vital Faith

Calvary 4650 Cty E Egg Harbor, WI Worship 10:30

852 Europe Bay Rd. | Ellison Bay, WI | 920.854.4490

St. Paul Lutheran Church

A Small Church With A Big Heart Sunday Worship 8 AM & 9:30 AM

For weekday Mass times, locations, and other information see www.stellamarisparish.com or call (920) 868-3241.

parishofﬁce@calvaryzionumc.org www.calvaryandzionumc.org (920) 868-3112

Special Guest Pastor Rev. Bruce Fenner Holy Communion Oﬀered During All Worship

SUNDAY SERVICE:

10:00AM

UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST

4167 Juddville Rd. Fish Creek www.stpauljuddville.com

NURSERY, CAFÉ, 24/7 FOOD PANTRY

Sunday Worship @ 10 a.m. Recorded Services on Website & WDOR 93.9 FM Sundays @ 9:30 a.m.

10341 Hwy 42 ~ North Ephraim ~ 920.854.7559

836 Michigan St - Sturgeon Bay

BIBLE BASED • CONTEMPORARY WORSHIP • NON-DENOMINATIONAL

FOR MORE INFO: DOOROFLIFE.ORG

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Sturgeon Bay Seventh-day Adventist Church 6121 Gordon Rd • Sturgeon Bay, WI 54235 920-743-9511 Bible Study: Saturday 9:30 a.m. Worship Service: Saturday 11:00 a.m. sturgeonbaywi.adventistchurch.org

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Visitors welcome!

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FELLOWSHIP OF DOOR COUNTY

Visit our September 21 - 10 AM website Rev. Scott Alexander (uufdc.org) or Raising Our Voices to Defend and Facebook page Promote Empathy in Human Affairs (facebook. com/uufdc) for connection details to our Sunday Services.

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WEDNESDAY SERVICE: 6:30PM (SEPTEMBER-APRIL) Bible Study (Adults) Treasure Seekers (Kids 5-12)

Zion 8781 Cty F Fish Creek, WI Worship 8:45

Communion First Sunday of the Month

Special Music • Praise Team

PASTOR ED HOUSE 2731 HWY 42, SISTER BAY (920) 421-1525

Lutheran Church 3028 Church St. (Cty Hwy Q) • Ephraim, WI 54211-0707

Pastor Jim Peterson bethelellisonbay.org | Pastor Joel Rose

We welcome all Door County visitors and vacationers!

where faith meets real life

Marshfield, WI October 2 & 9 Rev. Martin Ruge All are welcome! Neenah, WI

EVANGELICAL FREE CHURCH Meeting at a home in Ephraim 10337 North Shore Road 10:00 AM SUNDAYS https://theorchardefca.org VISITORS ARE WELCOME! Questions? Call 816-536-3138

Home Church Model

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Hearing Loop Equipped

Rev. Canon John Blossom Sister Bay, WI

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TAX FORECLOSURES

TAX FORECLOSURE SALE Door County, through its Finance Committee, will sell the following parcels of property in accordance with Section 3.12 of the Door County Code and Section §75.69 Wisconsin Statutes. Specifications and instructions may be obtained from: Door County Treasurer 421 Nebraska Street Sturgeon Bay WI 54235 920-746-2286 treasurer@co.door.wi.us All bids must conform to specifications and instructions by the Door County Treasurer. Sale is by sealed bid. Properties Available: Town of Baileys Harbor 00203-17302814I 2.60 Acre Lot on County Hwy Q (Minimum bid: $10,300) Town of Sevastopol 022-0206282643B 2.1 Acres Lot, Pine Tree Road (No minimum bid) Town of Washington 028-0304333031D 0.94 Acre Lot on Hemlock Dr (Minimum bid: $88,400) Village of Sister Bay 181-0006312832A 0.81 Acre Lot on Golf Rd (Minimum bid: $138,300) City of Sturgeon Bay 281-4610005800 0.226 Acre Lot on Galley Pl (Minimum bid: $23,000) City of Sturgeon Bay 281-4665050102 0.164 Acre Lot/House @ 215 S Neenah Ave (Minimum Bid: $162,000) City of Sturgeon Bay 281-6230000111 0.424 Acre Lot/House @ 1538 Utah St (Minimum Bid: $71,400) Bids are due by 10:00 a.m. Friday, October 17th 2025 in the office of the Door County Treasurer. The bids will be acted upon at the October 21st meeting of the Door County Finance Committee. For an informational booklet on these properties, contact the Door County Treasurer. Booklets are also available on the Treasurer’s page of the Door County website: www.co.door. wi.gov. Ryan Schley, Door County Treasurer WNAXLP

CITY OF STURGEON BAY LIQUOR LICENSES

APPLICATION FOR LIQUOR LICENSE To Who it May Concern: I hereby certify that 333 Culinary, LLC. (Agent) Eric Leyendecker residing in Sturgeon Bay, Door County, Wisconsin, has applied to the Common Council for a Class B Beer, Class C Wine for the period ending June 30, 2026, at the building situated at 26 East Oak Street, Sturgeon Bay, WI 54235 Dated 9/11/25 Signed Stephanie L. Reinhardt, City Clerk WNAXLP

MINUTES

COMMON COUNCIL August 5, 2025 A meeting of the Common Council was called to order at 6:00 p.m. by Mayor Ward. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. Roll call: Bacon, Huston, Williams, Gustafson, Nault, Wiederanders and Matson were present. Williams/Gustafson to adopt the amended agenda. Carried. The following persons spoke during public comment: Debbie Wise, 1140 Cove Rd; Mitch Wise, 1140 Cove Rd; Gail Bartholomew, 1427 Cove Rd; Denise Plassmeyer, 4078 County V, Egg Harbor; Martha Beller, 1627 Cove Rd; Marie Pankratz, 1505 Cove Rd; Lorrie DeLair, 2230 Utah St; Jim Morrow, 1623 Cove Rd; Chris Kellems, 120 Alabama St; Kelly Avenson, 311 Pennsylvania St. Bacon/Wiederanders to approve following bills: General Fund - $2,955,666.36, Capital Fund - $135,353.45, TID #6 - $1,150.50, TID #2 - $525,741.67, TID #10 $9,950.00, TID #11 - $585.00, and Solid Waste Enterprise Fund - $32,255.53 for a grand total of $3,660,702.51. Roll call: All voted aye. Carried. Nault/Matson to approve consent agenda: a. Approval of 7/15/25 regular Common Council minutes. b. Place the following minutes on file: (1) Joint Review Board – 5/29/25 (2) Zoning Board of Appeals – 6/24/25

SEPTEMbER 19-26/2025 PUBLIC NOTICES & CLASSIFIEDS | 3 (3) Joint Parks & Recreation Committee/Board – 6/25/25 (4) Local Arts Board – 7/10/25 (5) Joint Review Board – 7/10/25 (6) Local Transportation Board – 7/14/25 (7) Aesthetic Design & Site Plan Review Board – 7/14/25 (8) Finance/Purchasing & Building Committee – 7/15/25 (9) Personnel Committee – 7/21/25 c. Place the following reports on file: (1) Bank Reconciliation – June 2025 (2) Revenue & Expense Report – June 2025 d. Consideration of: Approval of Beverage Operator licenses. e. Consideration of: Approval of Temporary Class B Beer licenses. f. Consideration of: Approval of Temporary Class B Beer and Temporary Class B Wine licenses. g. Consideration of: Approval of Street Closure Application from Door County Medical Center. h. Consideration of: Approval of Street Closure Application from Sunshine Resources of Door County. i. Consideration of: Approval of Street Closure Application from Brian Flanigan for Budweiser Clydesdales. j. Consideration of: Approval of Request from Brian Flanigan for Partial and Temporary Closure of Market Square. k. Consideration of: Approval of Two Mobile Food Vendors at Otumba Park for Kayak Concert. l. Consideration of: Approval of Mobile Food Vendors and other Vendors at Martin Park for Door County Jazz Festival. m. Personnel Committee recommendation re: Approve 2024 Wage Step Increases. n. City Plan Commission recommendation re: Deny Zoning Map Amendment from Single-Family Residential (R1) to Two- Family Residential (R-3) for parcel # 281-2411060100 located on the west side of S. 16th Place. o. Consideration of: Approval of Change of Agent for La Vine’s Inc,; DBA The Wine Cellar. Carried. There were no mayoral appointments. Nault/Bacon to approve the Temporary Class B Beer license and Temporary Class B Wine license for Door County Farm Bureau for 8/13/25-8/17/25, waiving the required 15 day waiting period for events lasting four or more days as required by Wis. Stats. 125.26(6). Discussion took place that this was not the first time the application has been late, that this is a one-time approval for the late application, and that CPS should consider a penalty for late applications. Carried. Williams/Wiederanders to approve 2025 City of Sturgeon Bay/Northeast Asphalt Paving Contract Modification Number 3 in the amount of

$118,808.40. It was noted that the 2025 Street Paving Program savings would enable the completion of the project this year for the intersection of N. 14th Avenue and Egg Harbor Road. Carried. RECOMMENDATION We, the Local Transportation Board, hereby recommend to approve the island adjustments at 1151 Cove Rd, without the expectation of replacing the tree. LOCAL TRANSPORTATION BOARD By: Spencer Gustafson, Chr. Discussion took place regarding the request from the property owner at 1151 Cove Rd, that the island adjustments would be paid for by the property owner, the number of boulevards in the City, and the neighboring property owners objection to this request. Gustafson/Williams to deny the request. Discussion took place regarding a negative motion. Gustafson/Williams withdrew the motion. No motion was made and the matter dies. RECOMMENDATION We, the Local Transportation Board, hereby recommend to approve removing one parking space on each side of Jefferson Street, one on the NE corner and on the SE corner, and adding appropriate signage. LOCAL TRANSPORATION BOARD By; Spencer Gustafson, Chr. Introduced by Gustafson. Gustafson/Huston to approve. Carried. Bacon/Wiederanders to approve resolution approving territory addition amendment No. 2 for Tax Incremental District No. 6, City of Sturgeon Bay, Door County, Wisconsin. Adam Rueckel, Robert, W. Baird & Co., presented the Project Plan & District Boundary Territory Addition Amendment #2. Carried. The City Administrator gave his report. The Mayor gave his report. After the Mayor announced the statutory basis, Williams/ Matson to convene in closed session in accordance with the following exemption: Deliberating or negotiating the purchasing of public properties, the investing of public funds, or conducting other specified public business, whenever competitive or bargaining reasons require a closed session. Wis. Stats. 19.85(1) (e) Consideration of: 20262028 Labor Agreement, City of Sturgeon Bay and Sturgeon Bay Professional Police Association/LEER Division Local 449. Move to reconvene in open session to take formal action upon preceding subject of closed session, if appropriate; or to conduct discussion or give further consideration where the subject is not appropriate for closed session consideration. The Council may adjourn in closed session. Carried. The meeting reconvened in

open session at 7:35 pm. Williams/Nault to approve the 2026-2028 Labor Agreement, City of Sturgeon Bay and Sturgeon Bay Professional Police Association/LEER Division Local 449 as presenting but striking Article 5, Letter J on page 10 of the contract. Carried. Wiederanders/Nault to adjourn. Carried. The meeting adjourned at 7:37 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Stephanie L. Reinhardt City Clerk/Human Resources Director WNAXLP COMMON COUNCIL August 19, 2025 A meeting of the Common Council was called to order at 6:00 p.m. by Mayor Ward. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. Roll call: Bacon, Huston, Williams, Gustafson, Nault, and Wiederanders were present. Matson was excused. Williams/Gustafson to adopt the agenda. Carried. No one spoke during public comment. Bacon/Wiederanders to approve following bills: General Fund – $245,310.65, Capital Fund - $7,210.89, Cable TV - $265.78, TID #10 - $3,060.17, Solid Waste Enterprise Fund - $24,043.75, and Compost Site Enterprise Fund - $215.50 for a grand total of $280,106.74. Roll call: All voted aye. Carried. Nault/Huson to approve consent agenda: a. Approval of 8/5/25 regular and 8/5/25 closed session Common Council minutes. b. Place the following minutes on file: (1) Community Protection & Services Committee – 6/4/25 (2) City Plan Commission – 6/16/25 (3) Finance/Purchasing & Building Committee – 7/29/25 c. Place the following reports on file: (1) Police Department Report – July 2025 (2) Fire Department Report – July 2025 d. Consideration of: Approval of Beverage Operator licenses. e. Consideration of: Approval of Temporary Class B Beer License. f. Finance/Purchasing & Building Committee recommendation re: Approve request from Sturgeon Bay Lions Club to waive the park shelter reservation fee for August 21, 2025 and add the Club as an exception to the fee waiver list. Carried. Gustafson/Huston to approve the following Mayoral appointment: LOCAL TRANSPORTATION BOARD Dennis Van Bramer Carried. The City Administrator gave his report. Mayor Ward gave his report. Wiederanders/Nault to adjourn. Carried. The meeting adjourned at 6:14 pm.

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BONI PEREZ HANDYMAN LLC WANTED CLEANING SERVICES TOWN OF GIBRALTAR (FISH CREEK)

DOES IT ALL!

Building: cleaned weekly, year-round

GENERAL CONTRACTOR HOME IMPROVEMENT RENTAL MAINTENANCE RESIDENTIAL AND COMMERCIAL PAINTING - INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR LANDSCAPE AND HARDSCAPE MASONRY AND MORE

Public restrooms: cleaned 4–6 days/week April–November; weekly December–March

(920) 473-0372 • (920) 264-3122

The Town of Gibraltar is seeking proposals for cleaning the following municipal buildings and facilities: Gibraltar Town Center 4097 Highway 42, Fish Creek

Gibraltar Historic Town Hall 4176 Maple Street, Fish Creek Hall, kitchen, and inside restrooms: cleaned weekly, year-round, with potential for additional cleaning based on rental schedule.

FULLY INSURED RELIABLE • RESPONSIBLE

Rear public restrooms: cleaned 4–6 days/week April–November Noble House Public Restrooms 4067 Highway 42, Fish Creek Cleaned 4–6 days/week April–November Ephraim-Gibraltar Airport 9665 Maple Grove Road, Fish Creek One public restroom: cleaned weekly year-round

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Gibraltar Fire Station 3496 County Highway F, Fish Creek Meeting room, bathrooms, and training room: cleaned weekly, year-round, with potential for additional cleaning based on rental schedule. The Town will consider reasonable variations to the schedules above that meet seasonal and operational needs. Proposals should clearly state scope, frequency, and pricing. A full advertisement with detailed cleaning duties is available on the Town website at gibraltarwi.gov or upon request from the Town Ofﬁce. To schedule a walkthrough of facilities contact Kurt Linczmaier at 920-421-4055. Questions regarding this request may be directed to the Town Ofﬁce at (920) 868-1714 or by email to clerk@gibraltarwi.gov.

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Printed Drawings Forestville, WI 54213 obtained from Blue Print 2025-2026 Service Company shall be Income considered to be scalable. 2% Fire Ins. Rebates 10,919.65 Blue Print Service Company Tax Levies 178,809.30 2350 West Pershing Street; Interest Income 4,000.00 Suite A Donations & Grants 30,000.00 Appleton, WI 54914 Transfer from 50,246.29 920-733-4539 - Telephone Reserves 920-733-1438 - Fax Total Income 273,975.24 bps@blueprintservice.com Email Expense Interest Expense 2,544.62 Blue Print Service Company Directors Expense 4,000.00 2201 South Oneida Street, Depreciation 86,870.62 Suite 8 Employee Benefits 24,850.00 Green Bay, WI 54304 Promotion & 2,500.00 920-494-4539 - Telephone Education 920-494-4551 - Fax Insurance 18,710.00 bps@blueprintservice.com Accountant Fees 6,000.00 Email Office Expense 4,450.00 Legal 1,000.00 BID SECURITY No Bid Maintenance Bldg shall be received unless & Grds 21,000.00 accompanied by a Certified Utilities 6,650.00 Check or satisfactory Bid Bond Equipment 17,000.00 payable to the Village of Egg Apparatus 28,600.00 Harbor in an amount not less Mileage than 5% of the maximum Bid Reimbursement 300.00 as a guarantee that, if the Bid Training 2,500.00 is accepted, the Bidder will Payroll Expenses 47,000.00 execute and file the Contract, Total Expense 273,975.24 Performance/Payment Bonds and Insurance Certification, RESPECTIVELY SUBMITTED as required by the Contract BY SDFD BOARD OF Documents, within 15-days DIRECTORS WNAXLP after the Notice of Award. BID REJECTION The BID REQUESTS OWNER reserves the right to reject any and all Bids, waive EGG HARBOR any informalities in Bidding or to accept the Bid or Bids which SECTION 00 11 13.00 best serves the interests of the ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS Village of Egg Harbor. VILLAGE OF EGG HARBOR WITHDRAWAL OF BIDS No Door County, Wisconsin Bid shall be withdrawn for a OWNER - The Village of Egg period of 60-days after the Harbor acting through its scheduled opening without the Board of Trustees, hereby consent of the OWNER. gives notice that Bids will GOVERNING LAWS & be received for the following REGULATIONS The Contract described project. letting shall be subject to PROJECT The work shall the provisions of Sections consist of construction of 66.0901, 66.0903 and 779.16 drainage improvements of of the Wisconsin Statutes. White Cliff Road including Published by the authority concrete curb (350 L.F.), storm of the Village of Egg Harbor sewer (60 L.F.), ditching (150 acting through its Board of L.F.), saw cutting (380 L.F.), Trustees. and restoration (lawn and VILLAGE OF EGG HARBOR | asphalt). Door County, Wisconsin Bids will be received on the Megan Sawyer, Administrator following Contract: Run: Peninsula Pulse Contract No. E0003-09-25Email: legals@ppulse.com 00220.06 Dates: September 12, 2025 WHITE CIFF ROAD September 19, 2025 WNAXLP DRAINAGE IMPROVEMENTS TIME Bids will be received via BOARD OF REVIEW QuestCDN vBid™ until 10:00 a.m., local time, on September WASHINGTON 26, 2025, at which time all Bids will be publicly opened Notice of Board of Review. and read aloud. Notice is hereby given that the BIDS All Bids shall be Board of Review for the Town submitted online via of Washington, Door County, QuestCDN vBid™. 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TOWN OF BRUSSELS 1366 Junction Road Brussels, WI 54204 NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING The Town of Brussels Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing at the Brussels Community Center, 1366 Junction Road, Brussels, Wisconsin on Monday, September 29, 2025 at 5:30 pm, or shortly thereafter, in regard to variance request by: Steven Ransom-Jones to allow construction of a new shed and approve an after-thefact new shed that has already been placed, to replace multiple existing dilapidated sheds on the property. Parcel Number 0040007262444A located in SF20 zoning district. Applicants and others who wish to offer oral testimony must attend in person. Written testimony will be accepted on 8 ½” x 11” paper only and must be received by the Clerk by 5:00 pm the day before the hearing. Anonymous correspondence will not be accepted. All application material may be viewed on-line on the Home page at: https:// townofbrussels.com WNAXLP

EGG HARBOR

PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE VILLAGE OF EGG HARBOR PLAN COMMISSION TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 23RD, 2025 – 12:00 P.M. PAUL J. BERTSCHINGER COMMUNITY CENTER 7860 STH 42 Egg Harbor, WI 54209 Members of the public may also join the meeting by video conference: https://villageofeggharbor. zoom.us/j/85025151486 Members of the public with limited internet are encouraged to dial in: Call in Number: 312 626 6799 Meeting ID: 850 2515 1486 TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN: Notice is hereby given that at 12:00 P.M. on Tuesday, September 23rd, 2025 the Village Plan Commission of the Village of Egg Harbor will hold a public hearing at the Paul J Bertschinger Community Center 7860 STH 42 Egg Harbor, WI 54209 and on the Zoom meeting platform using Meeting ID 850 2515 1486 to receive testimony from the public on the conditional use permit application filed by Sand and Sun LLC. Said conditional use permit application pertains to tax parcel number 1180124302613C, which is located in the Village’s Recreational (REC) Zoning District. Said application is required per Chapter 152 Zoning of the Village of Egg Harbor Municipal Code per section § Recreational District, REC (B) Conditional Uses (7) Medium density, multi-family structure, not exceeding eight dwelling units per acre. The intended use of the proposed structures is multi-family condominium development. All interested parties are invited to give testimony either in person or on zoom. In person testimony will be

received first followed by those testifying by zoom. Members of the public testifying by zoom will need to do so using the video option. Deliberations will be made by the Village Plan Commission at their regular public meeting on August 25th, 2025, immediately following this public hearing. Dated September 9th, 2025 For publication in the Peninsula Pulse, September 12th, 2025 & September 19th, 2025 WNAXLP

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Southern Door County School District 2073 County Highway DK, Brussels, WI 54204 Approved at the Regular Board Meeting – September 15, 2025 REGULAR BOARD MEETING MINUTES MONDAY, AUGUST 18, 2025 – 6:30 PM SOUTHERN DOOR HIGH SCHOOL LIBRARY President Starr called the meeting to order at 6:30 pm. Members present: Kim Starr, Janel Veeser, Tina Nellis, Adam Schopf, Marissa Norton. Absent: Sam Counard, Hannah Delwiche. Also Present: Dr. Kevin Krutzik, Heather Kraeuter, Dan Viste, Sue Ann Hubbard, Marc Vandenhouten, Dave Desmond, Steve Bousley, Missy Bousley, Ben Kline, Files. Motion Schopf/Veeser properly called/convened/proper notice given; carried. Pledge of Allegiance recited; Board Commitment read by Kim Starr. Public Forum – None. Superintendent’s Report (Dr. Kevin Krutzik) - Strategic Priorities - Link to the Superintendent’s Report. Administrators’ Reports Marc Vandenhouten, Elementary/Middle School Principal Steve Bousley, High School Principal Dave Desmond, Director of Pupil Services - Bilingual Program for Kindergarten – 3rd Grade Students Ben Kline, Athletic Director - Talon Fitness / Facility Use Fee Structure President Starr read the Consent Agenda. Motion Schopf/Nellis to approve Consent Agenda Items. Roll call; all aye. Motion carried. I. Past Minutes: July 21, 2025 Regular Meeting, August 11, 2025 Quarterly Retreat. II. Expenditure/Revenue Reports & Current Bills Payable – Check Register. III. Donations: Eagles Athletic Booster Club; Southern Door Parents Involved in Education (P.I.E.); Dawn’s Lawn Care (Dawn Thorson); Adam & Rachael Cochart; 4-Legged Friends Vet Clinic; Forestville Builders & Supply; Babler Bus Service; Quantum Technologies; Hen House Bar & Grill; Door County Dental Associates; Therma-Tron-X. IV. Preliminary Budget Format Required by DPI for Annual Meeting & Annual Meeting Agenda Approval V. Board Policy Updates: Vol. 34.2 – 1st Reading VI. WIAA Boys JV Volleyball Cooperative Team Sponsorship Agreement VII. PI 26 Annual Academic Career Planning (ACP) Approval & Parent Notification Personnel Recommendations: I. Resignations, Changes of Assignment; Hiring; Appointments. Motion Norton/Veeser to approve Item VIII. Roll call; all aye. Motion carried. Retirement - Support · Lori Waller, Lead Playground Supervisor/Clerical, 18 years at the Southern Door School District, effective the end of the 2024-25 school year. Resignations – Support (End of 2024-25 School Year) · Amanda Desmond, High School Administrative Assistant. · Michelle Gomez, Special Education Associate.

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· Yvonne Sperber, Bus Driver. · Carrie Starr, Special Education Associate. Resignations – CoCurricular (End of 2024-25 School Year) · Adam Delfosse, Middle School Boys Basketball Coach. Hiring – Support (2025-26 School Year) · Brooke Gregorich, Elementary/Middle School Administrative Assistant. · Jessica Koskubar, Lead Playground Supervisor/ Clerical. · Danelle Micolichek, Special Education Associate. · Lindsay Schreiner, Special Education Associate. Hiring – Co-Curricular (202526 School Year) · Travis Overbeck, Middle School Football Assistant Coach. · Kyle Sheehy, JV Football Coach. · Haillie Stremkowski, Middle School Volleyball Coach. · Dawn Thorson, JV2

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an excavator from an upland location. Material is to be placed on sealed trucks and hauled offsite. The Department will review the proposal provided by the applicant and any information from public comments and the public informational hearing. The Department will determine whether the proposal complies with ss. 1.11, 30.20 and 30.208, Wis. Stats., and Ch. NR 150, Wis. Adm. Code. The Department has made a tentative determination that it will issue the contract for the proposed activity. If you would like to know more about this project or would like to see the application and plans, please visit the Department’s permit tracking website at https://permits. dnr.wi.gov/water/SitePages/ Permit%20Search.aspx and search for Seitzer or WP-IP-NE-2025-15-X0702T08-39-45. Reasonable accommodation,

including the provision of informational material in an alternative format, will be provided for qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. Any person may submit comments and/or request a public informational hearing at Erin.Carviou@wisconsin. gov, (920) 360-2715, or Erin Carviou, 2984 Shawano Ave, Green Bay, WI 54313. If you are submitting general comments on the proposal, they must be emailed, verbalized, or postmarked within 30 days after the date this notice is published on the Department’s website. If you are requesting a public informational hearing, the request must be emailed, verbalized, or postmarked within 20 days after the date this notice is published on the Department’s website. A request for hearing must include the docket number or applicant name and specify the issues that the party

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Plenty of capacity. Locking lid. Spare tire. Does not block rearview when driving. $1,100. 920.495.8903 Door County Kraut Co. / Mr. Burns Peppertorium BH Sunday Markets continue through Oct 5 9am-1pm. BH indoor winter markets beginning Oct. 25. New this week – Gingered Daikon Fridge Pickles, I will make GF/ DF fruit tortes this week. Our orchard-fresh Burbank & Vanier plums, smoked whitefish dips, unique scratch pies, hot sauces, spicy block cheese, and other niche foodie items and scratch bakery for snacking, dining, and gifting pleasure. Home of the 2025 WI State Fair 2nd place Supreme Sauce Division for Mr. Burns Tundra Heat BBQ Sauce. Specializing in numerous fermented foods. For mid-week inquiries/questions or pick-up at our facility call Ann 920.839.2288

HYLINE ORCHARD FARM MARKET 2 miles north of Egg Harbor on Hwy 42. (920.868.3067) OPEN YEAR ROUND 9am to 5pm. HOMEMADE CHERRY & APPLE PRODUCTS FROM OUR ORCHARDS. Cherries galore. NEW freeze dried cherries, our own sparkling cider & juice, Cherry & many more. Locally grown state certified beef, ground, steaks & roast. Also our cherry and apple pies baked or ready to bake. A variety of cheese, cheese spreads and cheese curds. Door County beer and wines. Natural homemade soaps. Door County Watch Us Grow liquid fertilizer. Honey crisp dried apples, large variety of fruit pie fillings including Cherry & Honey Crisp apple. Jams, Jellies, Pies, Salsa, BBQ Sauce, (Cherries: frozen, canned and dried), Cherry Cider, Honey Crisp Blend Apple Cider, our new apple grape and peachy apple and apple cranberry ciders. Fresh Eggs, Maple Syrup, Honey, Pickles, Spices, Fudge, Gifts & Gift Boxes and Much More. Pick Your Own Cherries and Apples in season. Six Generations Growing and Marketing Fruits and Vegetables. Wholesale and Retail products. We ship UPS. Accept WIC checks.

FOR SALE

SPORTING EQUIPMENT

Continental Cargo Utility Trailer 5’x7’

Sports Collectibles Many sports cards & packs. Sports memorabilia, baseball gloves, pokemon cards & much more! All on sale at Peninsula Antique Center 7150 Hwy 42 & Olde Orchard Antique Mall 7381 Hwy 42. Both just south of Egg Harbor. GH Booths & Cases thru 10/31/25. Questions call George 920.493.2077

Boat and Car Storage Fish Creek. Cold and heated indoor storage. Concrete floor/ well lit /clean. Outside storage also. October 15th – May 15th. Doug 920.574.0415

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Antiques Wanted We pay cash for advertising items, beer, soda, gas signs, trays & crates, stoneware crocks, weather vanes & lightning balls, old cupboards, store counters, wood bowls, deer antlers, snowshoes, guns, wood decoys, toy trucks, pedal cars, boat anchors, portholes, lights, ship wheels, jewelry sterling sliver & more. Questions, call EBERT’S ANTIQUES 920.682.0687

Package $6250: Separate: Foil Drive Max, HP Battery, HP V2 Motor, 3 Blade Prop, 20cm cable (new $6618) sale $3000. Code Foils: 85cm Ultra High Modulus PLUS Mast Front Wing 1130S High Modulus + 151 Stabilizer. (new $3575) sale $2500. 95L KT Drifter Super K 2 PRO Carbon. (new $2809) sale $1500. CASH ONLY/ NO SHIPPING 616.843.3800

GARAGE/ YARD SALE GARAGE/YARD SALE GARAGE SALE-SHED SALE Shed Sale, Saturday September 20th. 25 percent off of everything. 9am – 2:00pm. 7297 County Road C. New items added. Cash only. A little bit of everything. Holiday Garage Sale Friday & Saturday September 19 & 20 8am-3pm RAIN DATE Sept 26 & 27. 1249 Superior St Sturg Bay. Harley-Davidson 2012 motorcycle & clothing, women’s clothing, shoes housewares. Small Christmas tree, ornaments and and holiday decor too much to list. Come see and shop. Garage Sale 9/18 – 9/20 9am – 6pm. 5439 Monument Bluff Pass Egg Harbor. Toro snow brush, tag-along, life jackets, bird fee, vintage chain saw, clothes, boot, shoes, records, costumes, formals, holiday, vintage & household. Vintique Farm Holiday Market September 26-28 9-3pm 9533 Hwy 57. Baileys Harbor. Huge barn and grounds packed with holiday treasures. The vintage Christmas room will be back! 2611 County Rd MM St Bay Sept 26th and 27th 8-4pm Multi family. Prom or Homecoming dresses. Pumpkins, Gourds, Corn stalks and Squash. Infant to adult’s clothes. Misc items. 3 Family Garage Sale Sat. 9/20 & Sun. 9/21 9am to 2pm. 4561 County Road I (next to Kurtz Horse Corral) Yardsale YardSale Saturday 9/20 8am-4pm. 3134 James Way Sturgeon Bay. Assorted household goods, dishes, crafting supplies, women’s clothing size sm-lg, jewelry, books, games, puzzles, etc!

MISCELLANEOUS SPECIALS For Sale at Hyline Orchard Bulk firewood, landscaping wood mulch. Delivery available. Call Hyline Orchard, 8240 Hwy 42, fish Creek. 2 miles north of Egg Harbor. 920.868.3067 or 920.493.4083

REAL ESTATE RESIDENTIAL Prime Property For Sale Prime location 4.5 acres, short walk to public beach & boat launch. Close to Whitefish Dunes State Park & Cave Point.

1989 36ft Carver Aft Cabin Twin 454 Chevy Crusader engines, fly bridge & interior Nav stations, Double cabins & baths forward & aft. Full galley, salon area, Aft covered deck, walk around house. Good condition. Sister Bay Lowered to $12,000 OBO. Ask for photos. 352.804.4528 Pontoon For Sale Misty Harbor 18ft pontoon. Like New. 40hp Yamaha engine. Currently on Kangaroo Lake. Asking $18,000. Contact Jane 920.839.1109 1990 Quickstep 21 Sloop For Sale Very nice 21’ shoal draft weekender in excellent condition. One owner. 8hp Mercury 4 stroke, Schaefer Furler, well-maintained sails. 8’ beam, Triad trailer. Has been sailed out of Egg Harbor and is in storage this season. 920.246.7369 CAMPER/MOTORHOME Travel Trailer For Sale 2012 Coachman 29 RKS Catalina Deluxe. Great Shape. $10,500. Contact 920.265.1830

SERVICES Look for additional Service display advertisements within this section. CLEANING We Want You Door Peninsula House Cleaning. Airbnb’s, Condos, Rentals, Residential, Remodel clean up. Insured. Call/text 920.301.8078 Professional Cleaning – Local & Reliable Offering year-round cleaning with a personal touch. Whether you need a deep clean, spring refresh, or regular upkeep, I’ve got you covered. Homes, Vacation Properties, Rentals. Call or text Victoria for a free consultation 920.421.4440 COMPUTER GOLDEN YEARS TECH SUPPORT Frustrated with your Wi-Fi? Problems connecting devices? I will provide compassionate in-home tech support for all your Wi-Fi problems. I can help connect your devices to the internet. Trouble shoot a slow or unreliable connection. Reset Wi-Fi passwords. Replace an old router or relocate existing for better connection. Call or text for your in-home assistance! 920.664.4440 LAWN/YARD CARE Fall Leaf Clean Up 920.393.3213 Are you in need of fall leaf clean up this upcoming season? If so Pristine Property Care has got your back! You can call or text 920.393.3213 today for a free quote. We are looking forward to serving your property! Book before September 20th and get 10% off! MISCELLANEOUS NEED SOMETHING HAULED? NEED SOMETHING HAULED FROM POINT A TO POINT B OR JUST AWAY? WE CAN HELP! BOXES, FURNITURE, APPLIANCES, YARD WASTE, SCRAP METAL, JUNK & MORE. FAMILY OWNED & OPERATED. INSURED. 920.818.0450 Need a piece of jewelry fixed? I can restring, fix a clasp or broken parts, etc. so you can

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GIBRALTAR AREA SCHOOLS Fish Creek, Wisconsin Engage, Empower, Excel

EXTRACURRICULAR COACHING VACANCIES POSITION

Middle School Boys Basketball Coach JV Girls Basketball Coach • JV Boys Basketball Coach Assistant Varsity Girls Basketball Coach Head Varsity Baseball Coach • Assistant Varsity Softball Coach REQUIREMENTS • High school diploma • Understanding/knowledge of the game • Understanding/knowledge of the techniques necessary to play the game • Ability to transfer the knowledge of the game in a meaningful manner to coordinate teamwork • Ability to take directives from athletic director and work with others • Ability to take personal initiative to carry out the coaching obligations that are necessary to educate student-athletes • Consistently demonstrate a joy and excitement while teaching student-athletes • Completed Extracurricular Coach/Advisor Employment SUBMIT Application available online at • https://www.gibraltar.k12.wi.us/documents/ administration/employment/400897 • Letter of interest- (please note position interested in) • Three current letters of reference dates within the past three years • Three references with current phone numbers Jordan Burress, Athletic Director TO jordan.burress@gibraltar.k12.wi.us Gibraltar Area School District 3924 Highway 42 • Fish Creek, WI 54212 Basketball positions–September 20, 2025 at 4:00 p.m. Baseball/Softball positions-September 30, 2025 at 4:00 p.m. DEADLINE: GIBRALTAR AREA SCHOOL DISTRICT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.

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Registered Nurse - Behavioral Health

Certified Nursing Assistants

The Registered Nurse is responsible for comprehensive care of patients as directed by the Behavioral Health Clinicians. This includes assessment, Full-time & Part-time patient education, and advocacy.

Weatherization Technician STURGEON BAY

12 hour shifts - Day’s & Night’s

Experience in construction or maintenance?

Apply online Minimum Education Required: Graduate of an approved school of nursing, BSN preferred. Currently licensed as a Registered Nurse in the State of WI. One year related experience preferred.

Full Benefits with Vacation!

Shift: Working 40 hours a week, Monday – Friday.

323 South 18th Avenue Sturgeon Bay, WI 54235 (920) 746-3702 Fax: (920) 746-3561 www.dcmedical.org DCMC offers a competitive wage and benefit package including health, dental, life insurance, long-term disability, retirement plan, continuing education, student loan assistance and more. At DCMC we encourage employee involvement, support growth and development, and recognize and reward efforts. DCMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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Requirements: Valid WI driver’s license.

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DOORCOUNTYPULSE.COM wear it again! Call Pam at Earth Art Studio in Sister Bay at the Country Walk Shops: 920.854.1912 or stop by Tues to Sat 10:30 am – 4 pm Brush,tree services and small heavy equipment work We cut trees down, trim branches overhanging driveways, remove large brush piles, haul away fallen trees. We also brush cut trails or felids, drill footings, gravel work and trench. We demo structures and hall them away as well. Call, text or email Steve with your name, address and job description. Unitedtrades@ gmail.com/ 808.392.7669 Summit Property Resources Summit Property Resources. Remodeling, Maintenance, Handyman services, Regular house inspections to watch over your place when you’re not in Door County. Residential/ Commercial/Rentals. Serving all of Door County. All year round. Insured. Call/text or find us on Facebook. Eric 920.471.2882 PAINTING Muntenesc Painting, Interior/Exterior Painting, staining, wallpaper removal, Pressure washing. Taking interior work for the winter. Reliable and good quality painting services. Facebook: Muntenesc Painting. 920.854.0209 Matt Janes-Paint Contractor 920-517-8005 Trained by old masters—I became one. My craftsmanship and reputation are easy to verify: I’ve painted places you’ve seen and worked with people you may know. I keep my clients— and often make friends. If you want to beautify your home, increase its value, or protect your investment, choose a clean, quiet, genial contractor with a loyal clientele. Let’s bring out the best—together. Call Matt at 920.517.8005 SKILLED TRADES Kings Appliance Repair

Your one-stop shop for appliance repairs & installations! No matter the make or model of the appliance we repair them all. With 10+ years of experience. Call or text us today! 920.839.5515

WANTED TO RENT Looking for a rental! We are a young couple with a blue heeler and a baby on the way, looking for a rental apartment for at least 6 months. Preferably seeking a 2-bedroom, 1-bath apartment at $1,200 per month. Contact us at 920.805.9525

SEPTEMbER 19-26/2025 PUBLIC NOTICES & CLASSIFIEDS | 7 Looking to Rent Couple seeking house to rent in Southern Door. Forestville area preferred. Pet friendly. References available. 920.493.8500

HELP WANTED Look for additional Help Wanted display advertisements within this section. CHILD CARE Early Childhood Teacher Wanted Are you passionate about shaping young minds and creating a positive impact on children’s lives? We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Early Childhood Educator to join our vibrant and nurturing team. If you have a love for education, a warm and caring demeanor, and the ability to inspire and engage young learners, we want to hear from you! We offer year round employment, regular week-day work hours, competitive pay, and professional development opportunities. Paid time off, paid holidays, child care discount, and college tuition assistance through the TEACH scholarship program. Starting wage is $17-$20.00 per hour with opportunities for advancement within our growing organization. Early Childhood education and experience is appreciated but not necessary. We are looking for the right person to join our team. For quick consideration email teachdoorcounty@gmail.com to receive an application and set up a time to chat about how to join our team. Questions? Contact Cindy or Sue at Northern Door Children’s Center 920.854.4244 Early Childhood Classroom Substitutes Northern Door Children’s Center seeks assistants to substitute in all classrooms, ages infant through 5. We work around your schedule. You tell us when you can work and we match you up to our daily needs. Monday through Friday year round, up to 40 hours per week. Must be a lover of children and education, be dependable, flexible, and willing to take responsibility as part of our teaching teams. Must be 17 years or older. Come join our team! We make learning fun! Starting wage for this VERY flexible work opportunity is $15.00/hour. Contact Cindy or Sue at Northern Door Children’s Center for an application call 920.854.4244, email us at teachdoorcounty@gmail.com

EARN EXTRA $$$ HOUSEKEEPERS - Fish Creek $20 -$22 + Sundays = $ Bonus Days! EZ Clean 9/9:30am12/1:30ish (3-4 hrs). Required: WEEKENDS & SUNDAYS. Call: Lynne 920.421.0663 Front Desk Julie’s Park Cafe & Motel in Fish Creek is hiring a customer-focused, active front desk person. Evening shifts, immediate start or within 2 weeks. Call/text 920.421.3356 or stop by for an application. HOUSEKEEPING am & FRONT DESK pm COMBO Fish Creek. $20 -$22 + BONUS. Must have good communication skills. Attention to detail. Required: WEEKENDS & SUNDAYS. Call: Lynne 920.421.0663 LANDSCAPING/ MAINTENANCE BRIDENHAGEN TREE AND LANDSCAPE NOW HIRING! We are looking for hardworking, team orientated individuals to join our crew. We have many fun and challenging projects lined up for fall and are looking to grow our team. Apply Today and come join us. Competitive Pay 920.854.5993 MISCELLANEOUS Truck/Tractor Operators Needed Truck and tractor operators needed for Fall harvest: Nemetz Neshota Ridge Homestead is seeking truck and tractor operators for 2025 corn harvest season for an approx month. Truck or tractor experience necessary. Serious inquiries only. Joe Nemetz 920.371.3207 or Joey Nemetz 920.660.5554 Going Garbage is hiring! We are currently hiring CDL drivers! Qualified applicants have a valid Class A or B CDL, at least 1 year of experience driving a commercial truck, a clean driving record, and the ability to work independently and as part of a team. If you’re a hard-working and motivated individual who is looking for a rewarding career, we encourage you to apply! Apply at https:// goinggarbage.com/careers or call us at 920.854.2114

ensure safe drinking water for the community. This role requires a proactive, adaptable individual who can operate and maintain equipment and resolve challenges. Pay $26/ hr Email Resume to anthony. moncada@veolia.com

8984 State Hwy 42 Fish Creek, WI

We’re Hiring! Housekeepers Front Desk Maintenance Come be part of a great team! Great Pay & Perks!

Full Time WasteWater Dept. Operator – Sturgeon Bay

Operates and maintains the City of Sturgeon Bay’s wastewater treatment plant, wastewater collection system and assists with various water treatment and water distribution systems. Work involves daily operation activities to achieve efficient and safe operation of the wastewater treatment plant, wastewater collection system and wastewater lift stations; while ensuring wastewater eﬄuent quality meets or exceeds various permit limits. Veolia provides on the job training for entry level workers, pays for training classes, state certification testing and licensing, work clothes, boots, and more. Veolia’s comprehensive benefits package includes paid time off policies, as well as health, dental, vision, maternity/paternity leave, life insurance, savings accounts, tuition reimbursement, paid volunteering, annual safety bonus and more. In addition, employees are also entitled to participate in an employer sponsored 401(k) plan, to save for retirement. Pay Range: Entry Level $26/hr to $29/hr. Email Resume to anthony.moncada@ veolia.com or apply on indeed: Wastewater O&M Technician II SKILLED TRADES Sister Bay Paint Co Looking for FT Painters. Mostly new construction, year round work. Learn the fine trade of house painting. Exterior & Interior work. Will train. Good pay, Good work, Great people. 4.5 day work week. We cover Northern Door County. Call 920.854.5778

PROFESSIONAL Full Time Water Dept. Operator – Sturgeon Bay Responsible for operating and maintaining water treatment and distribution systems to

Contact the resort at 920-868-9950 or send a resume to Linda@little-sweden.com

8984 State Hwy 42 Fish Creek, WI

Administrative Assistant The ideal candidate will possess experience with sales and social media, customer service, resort operations and front desk, and office procedures. Full-time, year-round position with benefits as part of a great team at one of the best resorts in Door County.

Email resume to linda@little-sweden.com or call for more information at 920-868-9950, ext 2.

GIBRALTAR AREA SCHOOLS Fish Creek, Wisconsin Engage, Empower, Excel

BUS DRIVER POSITION

Route Driver• Minimum of 4 hour/day position • Competitive salary and beneﬁt package

REQUIREMENTS • Possession of or willing to obtain a valid CDL

certiﬁcation with school bus endorsement • School district will cover cost and training to obtain valid CDL certiﬁcation • High school diploma

SUBMIT

• Completed employment application • Completed background check form Both forms available on the school websitehttps://www.gibraltar.k12.wi.us/documents/ administration/employment/400897

Gibraltar Area School District 3924 Highway 42 • Fish Creek, WI 54212

QUESTIONS?

Contact Rob Rericha, Transportation Supervisor, rob.rericha@gibraltar.k12.wi.us

DEADLINE

Until ﬁlled.

GIBRALTAR AREA SCHOOL DISTRICT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.

HOTEL/LODGING Help Wanted The Edge of Town Waterfall Inn is open all year and seeks a helper with various operations of the hotel. Call/text to schedule an interview 715.572.7634 HOTEL FRONT DESK - Fish Creek $18 -$20 + BONUS. PM Shift til 10pm. Required: WEEKENDS & SUNDAYS. Call: Lynne 920.421.066

Seeking a line cook in our kitchen who is interested in career advancement. Thurs thru Sat during off season and Wed-Sat during the summer. Average of 30 to 40 hours weekly. Competitive wages set according to skill level with room for advancement. $15 to $23 hourly wage. Spectacular view and a fun staff to work with!

Email us at accts@sturgeonbayyachtclub.net or call 920-743-6934 and ask for TJ.

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Vice President of Field Operations This professional, salaried, full-time position will work directly from the national headquarters in Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin. This is a highly responsible, very independent position that leads and oversees the field operations department for the eastern United States. This position is responsible for the day-to-day administration of the region’s fundraising and programming. The ideal candidate will have a bachelor’s degree, preferably in business administration or financial management. Additionally, the candidate will have previously demonstrated experience in leadership, supervision, and organizational management. Strong written, verbal, interpersonal and customer relations skills are required. Compensation and benefits package is commensurate with experience.

Starting pay $21/hr PTO • NO Weekends Flexible Schedule

Call Mike (920) 412-8204

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▸ Flexible schedule (9 hours M-Th, 4 hours Fri.) ▸ 10 paid holidays, vacation time, and sick leave ▸ Monthly health insurance stipend ▸ Employee bonuses ▸ Employer retirement contribution ▸ Long-term disability and life insurance Interested candidates should email a resume, cover letter, references, and salary requirements to Cyndi at: ctourmo@whitetailsunlimited.com by October 9, 2025. Applicants that do not provide the required information will not be eligible for consideration. Whitetails Unlimited is an equal opportunity employer.

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JOIN OUR TEAM We’re looking for a year-round barista and a year-round cook to join our café team. If you’re passionate about good coffee, good food, good people, and good work—we’d love to meet you. What We Offer: • A supportive, team-focused work environment • Opportunities to grow and contribute creatively • Competitive pay, shift meals, and flexible scheduling for the right candidate • A beautiful, community-centered café space to work in

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THERMA-TRON-X, INC.

Special Education Aide

Gibraltar Area Schools is seeking a compassionate, patient, and dedicated Special Education Aide to join our team and support the academic, behavioral, and social-emotional needs of students with disabilities. The ideal candidate will work closely with special education teachers and other school staff to ensure all students receive the individualized support they need to succeed in the classroom and beyond.

RESPONSIBILITIES Assist students with daily classroom activities and instruction

under the direction of a certiﬁed teacher. • Provide oneon-one or small group support to students with a variety of needs, including learning, behavioral, and physical disabilities. Support the implementation of Individualized Education Programs (IEPs). • Help manage classroom behavior using positive behavior support strategies. • Assist students with personal care tasks, such as feeding, mobility, and hygiene, when necessary. • Document student progress and observations for use in IEP meetings and instructional planning. • Collaborate with teachers, therapists, and families to support student development. • Foster a positive, inclusive, and supportive learning environment. QUALIFICATIONS High school diploma or equivalent (Required) • Associate’s degree, 48 college credit hours, or a passing score on a paraprofessional exam (Preferred) • Experience working with children, especially those with special needs (Preferred) Strong communication and interpersonal skills • Ability to maintain patience, ﬂexibility, and professionalism in a fastpaced environment • Physical ability to assist students with mobility and/or personal care tasks, as needed

CONTRACT SUBMIT

Deadline

This is a full-time, school year position • Letter of Interest* • Resume • Three (3) current letters of reference–dated within the past 3 years • Copies of transcripts • Three (3) references with phone numbers *(Internal applicants only need to send a letter of interest.) Christine Voigtlander—Pupil Services Director cvoigtlander@gibraltar.k12.wi.us 3924 Highway 42 • Fish Creek, WI 54212 Deadline is September 26, 2025 at 4:00 p.m.

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doorcountypulse.com Participants in the 2025 Door County Walk to End Alzheimer’s. sUbmItteD

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Citizen Scientists Find Legendary Schooner oﬀ Baileys Harbor The F.J. King had been lost for 139 years

fter nearly a century and a half beneath Lake Michigan’s waves, the elusive wreck of the schooner F.J. King has ﬁnally been found, thanks to a team of dedicated citizen scientists and historians.

continued on page 5 A view of the F.J. King on the lake ﬂoor.

COUrtesY OF ZACH WHItrOCK AND tHe WIsCONsIN HIstOrICAL sOCIetY.

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Clippers Hounded by Bulldogs

ACROSS THE BAY FOOTBALL

Aquinas Hands Sevastopol First Loss

our games into the 2025 season, Sevastopol tasted defeat for the first time this year. In the Sept. 12 matchup for sole possession of first place in the Across the Bay Conference, the Pioneers lost on the road to Lena/St. Thomas Aquinas, 44-20. The loss also marked the first time this season that Sevastopol didn’t score at least 50 points. The Wildcats led 38-14 at halftime, after which each team could only muster one more touchdown. All three of the Pioneers’ touchdowns came through the air with quarterback Logan Schuh passing for 150 yards. Cash Kuehn hauled in four receptions for 125 yards. Sevastopol, which dropped to 2-1 in Across the Bay play and 3-1 overall, hosts its next conference game Sept. 19 against intra-county rival Gibraltar (0-2, 1-3). continued on page 4

by KEVIN BONESKE kevin@ppulse.com Sturgeon Bay’s Shaun Estrada (22) gets a block from Chase Wiegand (70) with Peshtigo’s Cooper Klimek (71) and Ethan LaComb (15) in pursuit during the Sept. 12 Packerland Conference football game at Memorial KeVIN bONesKe Field.

fter falling behind 35-0 at halftime Sept. 12, Sturgeon Bay scored two second-half touchdowns and lost its Packerland Conference home game to Peshtigo, 50-15. The Bulldogs were able to both run and pass the ball for big yardage in the first half, which included a 54-yard touchdown run by Zach Sherman with 2:10 left in the opening quarter.

They then expanded their one-touchdown lead after the first 12 minutes and put the game on running time with less than a minute left in the second quarter. Clippers freshman running back Shaun Estrada scored both of their touchdowns on the ground. Estrada rushed for 190 yards on 20 carries. continued on page 4

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PIONEERS DROP PACKERLAND OPENER sevastopol’s girls volleyball team opened packerland Conference play sept. 11 when the pioneers lost at home in four sets to peshtigo, 18-25, 21-25, 25-19, 25-18. “the pioneers won game three with a hard team serving effort,” said sevastopol head coach roxanne schopf.

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CLIPPERS EDGED BY PREBLE, SHUT OUT BLAZERS IN BOYS SOCCER A goal by Green bay preble’s Jordan escobar 12:36 into the first half was all the scoring sept. 12 when sturgeon bay’s boys soccer team lost its nonconference match at Clark Field. “Our game went pretty well, even though we didn’t get the result we wanted,” said Clippers head coach todd maas. “All in all, coming out with an 0-1 loss versus a Division 1 program that made it to the championship game last year at state, I don’t think that’s too bad.” maas said it was a high-paced game for the entire 80 minutes. “so even to give ourselves some chances to tie it up in the second half was a win for us,” he said. After a scoreless first half sept. 11, sturgeon bay scored five goals to top conference opponent NeW Lutheran, 5-0. “We struggled to find a rhythm in our attacking third [in] the first half, which showed in the score being 0-0 at halftime,” mass said. “Our halftime talk was productive, and the guys settled down and came out playing much more consistent and confident.” sturgeon bay’s Ashton benzinger tallied two goals, with single scores coming from Joni Ismaili, Calvin Langfeldt and Isaiah eliason.

CLIPPERS BEAT BLAZERS IN FIVE the sturgeon bay girls volleyball team went the distance at home sept. 11 to win its packerland Conference match in five sets over NeW Lutheran, 25-19, 18-25, 25-19, 23-25, 15-12. “the Clippers’ depth and poise in key moments fueled their first fiveset victory of the season, sending the home crowd home happy after one of the most exciting matches yet,” said sturgeon bay head coach mary Harrington. Clippers setter makenna Coyhis tallied 42 assists. At the net, Izzy schoeneman recorded eight kills and had five aces, while miya Nell and Yarrow Goettelman combined for 12 kills and four blocks. Defensively, regan Kasten tallied eight digs and three blocks, with Cora Frangipane adding seven digs and two aces in the back row. Audrey Harrington recorded 17 kills, 16 digs, six aces and two blocks to help seal the match victory.

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THREE IN TOP 10 AT NIGHTFALL CLASSIC CC MEET three Door County cross country runners finished in the top 10 in their respective races sept. 12 in the Nightfall Classic at the Winagamie Golf Course in Neenah. In the Division 2 girls race, sturgeon bay sophomore Delaney skiba placed eighth in 20 minutes, 20.85 seconds. In the Division 3 boys race, sevastopol senior Aaron tomaszewski finished sixth in 17:59.63. In the Division 3 girls race, pioneers freshman breiah Newton placed ninth in 21:07.09.

EAGLE GIRLS, VEESER WIN CHILTON CC INVITE southern Door’s girls cross country team won the sept. 11 Chilton Invitational. eagles freshman malaina Veeser also finished first on the 5,000-meter course in 20 minutes, 43.14 seconds. southern Door, which topped the team standings with 31 points ahead of New London (37) and Chilton (52), had three other runners finish in the top 10 – sophomore Addison miller (fourth in 21:47), freshman skya scrimgeour (sixth in 22:38.41) and junior elise Jackson (10th in 23:11.1). In the boys race, southern Door placed fourth at 90. NeWCHAA (32) finished first, followed by Chilton (52) and New London (66) in the top three. the eagles had one boy finish in the top 10, junior Owen Larios Amezquita (10th in 19:02.29), who was less than a second ahead of freshman teammate reese sund in 11th place. New London sophomore braden Clarke won the boys race in 16:39.49, more than a minute ahead of his nearest competitor, Chilton senior eliot Wieting.

EAGLES FALL IN FIVE TO OCONTO southern Door’s volleyball team came out on the losing end of the sept. 11 five-set packerland Conference match at home against Oconto, 24-26, 25-16, 18-25, 25-12, 12-15. the eagles’ statistical leaders included: Alanah Kaye, 15 kills, 16 digs; Alanna paye, 14 digs, three aces; Audrey plzak, 14 digs; Ava everard, 12 digs; mcKenna Guilette, 11 assists; and Harper Kramer, 18 assists. southern Door, dropped to 0-2 in the conference.

the Door County United (DCU) cooperative high school girls swimming team placed 13th overall with 39 points at saturday’s Ashwaubenon Jaguar Invite. the competition included nine Division 1 teams, in addition to two of DCU’s bay Conference competitors, seymour and Wittenberg-birnamwood. ten of DCU’s points came in the 200yard medley relay, where southern Door sophomore Quinn sperber, freshman Hazel monfils, senior Kailyn Neville and sturgeon bay senior Chloe bissen placed 12th in 2 minutes, 5.63 seconds. DCU picked up six points when bissen, monfils and Neville joined sturgeon bay freshman Jillian peterson to place 14th in the 200 freestyle relay (1:55.62). In the individual events, monfils earned 10 points while swimming two personal bests, placing 14th in the 200 individual medley (2:32.95) and 10th in the 100 breaststroke (1:17.95). Also in the 100 breaststroke for DCU, sevastopol junior schaeffer rass added a 12th-place finish for another five points. Neville placed 10th in the 200 freestyle (2:10.02) and 16th in the 500 freestyle (6:01.38) to earn another eight points.

SEVASTOPOL SEEKS NEW SOFTBALL COACH the search is on for a new varsity head softball coach at sevastopol. brooke bittorf submitted her resignation after seven seasons in the position. “this was a difficult decision, but the right one for me and my family at this time,” bittorf said in her resignation letter dated Aug. 30. the district’s job posting for the position stated that applications for head softball coach are due by Oct. 3.

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Vikings Fall to United Gibraltar was unable to overcome a 27-0 halftime deficit at home Sept. 12 and lost its conference game to Oneida Nation/NEW Lutheran/Providence Academy, 43-26. The Vikings’ four second-half touchdowns were scored on the ground by Sean Neal, who rushed for 216 yards on 26 attempts. Gibraltar quarterback Giovanni Mercier completed three of nine passes for 45 yards. Wyatt Bultman caught two of those passes for 30 yards. Neal led the Vikings on defense with eight tackles.

Sturgeon Bay quarterback Trygg Stuth completed seven of 17 passes for 57 yards and threw three interceptions. Alex Boden accounted for nearly half of the passing yardage with two receptions for 26 yards. Vince Laughlin had one catch for 16 yards. On defense, Laughlin broke up a pass, while Jhamir Robertson forced a fumble. Drew Propsom recorded two tackles for losses. Xander Chanda and Ben Ash each added a tackle for loss. The Clippers, who dropped to 0-2 in the Packerland and 0-4 overall, next host a conference game Sept. 19 against Oconto (0-2, 0-4).

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remained in the game Sept. 12 when the Eagles lost in Packerland Conference action at home to Marinette, 27-8. Lauden Berg caught Southern Door’s lone scoring strike on a 13yard pass from Caleb Delwiche. Berg led the Eagles with five receptions for 47 yards. Southern Door gained only 62 net yards through the air with Delwiche and Talon Mueller sharing quarterback duties. The game was decided on the ground with the Marines rushing for 259 yards, compared to 134 for the Eagles, who were led by Raymond Paye with 17 carries for 99 yards. Marinette, which led 20-0 at halftime, had two players top 100 rushing yards. Chase MacGregor ran for 130 yards on 14 carries with two touchdowns. Cooper Smith

added 103 yards on 11 carries with a touchdown. Marinette’s other touchdown came on a kickoff return from Braxton Polzin. Southern Door was led on defense by Lance Veeser, who had 7.5 total tackles with a tackle for loss. The Eagles (0-2, 1-3) play their next conference game Sept. 19 at Peshtigo (1-1, 2-2).

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A view looking forward on the F.J. King’s intact deck. One of its hatches can be seen draped in wire rigging. COURTESY OF TAMARA THOMSEN AND THE WISCONSIN HISTORICAL SOCIETY.

From Shipwreck to Community Treasure The discovery was reported to the Wisconsin Historical Society’s Maritime Archaeology program, whose staff visited the wreck to document it and to create a 3-D photogrammetry model. The wreck will be nominated for the State and National Register of Historic Places, with its location made public once the historic listings are in place. “Finding a historic shipwreck brings with it a great responsibility,” said Baillod. “People may not think twice about taking an artifact from an anonymous old shipwreck, but once the vessel has a name, a story and links to the community, it becomes a part of the community’s history and even a source of tourism.” This is the fifth First Eyes on the major discovery F.J. King in Over a by the WUAA and Century Baillod in three Using ROVs, years. Earlier in WUAA’s citizen 2025, they located scientists were the the steamer L.W. first humans to lay Crane in the Fox eyes on F.J. King in River at Oshkosh, 139 years. Wisconsin, and last “The hull is year, they located remarkably intact,” the remains of the Baillod said. “We tug John Evenson expected her to be and the schooner in pieces due to the Margaret A. Muir weight of the iron off Algoma. In 2023, ore cargo, but her Baillod located the hull looks to be in fully intact remains one piece.” of the schooner The 144-foot, Trinidad in 265 three-masted feet of water, 10 wooden schooner miles off Algoma. was built in 1867 The Trinidad and in Toledo, Ohio, by the Muir have since master shipwright Shown here with two masts, the F.J. King had a third mast added been added to the BRENDON BAILLOD just before being lost. George Rogers. National Register of Designed for grain Historic Places. and ore transport, WUAA plans to it traded across continue partnering the Great Lakes for nearly 20 years about the ship and its sinking with local and regional historical before taking on its final cargo of and communicated with previous groups to search for submerged iron ore in Escanaba, Michigan, searchers. He drew a 2-square-mile historic sites that tell Wisconsin’s bound for Chicago. The vessel ran grid based on Sanderson’s location. rich maritime story. into a southeast gale off the Door The F.J. King turned out to be Peninsula, with seas estimated at 8 less than a half mile from the light A Word of Caution to 10 feet, which caused its seams to keeper’s account. The F.J. King is protected under open. “We reasoned that the captain state and federal law. Divers are The crew was put to the pumps, may not have known where he prohibited from removing, defacing, but after several hours of hard labor, was in the 2 am darkness, but the displacing or destroying any part Captain William Griffin ordered lighthouse keeper’s course and of the wreck or its artifacts when the men to gather their belongings distance to the masts were probably visiting the site. and get into the ship’s yawl boat. accurate,” Baillod said. For more information, visit At 2 am, the F.J. King went down tinyurl.com/y6m7kuwa. bow-first as the men pulled for shore. They watched as the ship’s stern deckhouse blew off, sending the captain’s papers 50 feet into the air. The men were picked up by the passing schooner La Petite, which took them to Baileys Harbor. Captain Griffin filed a wreck report estimating the vessel went down around five miles from shore in 25 fathoms (150 feet) of water. However, the next week, William Sanderson, keeper of the Cana Island Lighthouse, reported seeing the masts of a schooner breaking the surface nearer to shore and reported the location to a local newspaper. WUAA’s find, although lucky, wasn’t accidental. Baillod reviewed hundreds of original documents

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Aug. 7, 1945 - Sept. 11, 2025 Lynn Mryon Nelson Feb. 12, 1942 - Sept. 13, 2025 Paul Lloyd Lee April 3, 1947 - Aug. 17, 2025 Mary Ritter July 15, 1952 - Dec.30, 2024

OBITUARIES

As a free public service to our readers, the Peninsula Pulse presents Life Notes, devoted to the notable milestones in life, from birth to significant birthdays to engagements, weddings and obituaries. The deadline for submissions is noon on Friday. Send submissions to lifenotes@ppulse.com. The Pulse reserves the right to edit submissions to conform to space. Call 920.839.2121 for details. Birth notices are from Door County Medical Center in Sturgeon Bay unless otherwise noted.

BIRTHS Mandy and Nick Cater are the parents of a baby girl born on Sept. 7, 2025 at Door County Medical Center. The maternal grandmother is Brenda Plaskiewicz, of Sturgeon Bay. The paternal grandparents are Amy and Todd Cater, of Sturgeon Bay.

DEATHS

Mary L. Warner Oct. 21, 1930 - Sept. 14, 2025 Mary L. Warner, 94, of Sturgeon Bay, passed away on Sept. 14, 2025, at Aurora Bay Care in Green Bay. She was born on Oct. 21, 1930, in Namah, Michigan to Chester and Julianna (Turack) Pollock. On May 1, 1948, she married Robert W. Warner in Sturgeon Bay. He preceded her on February 22, 2008. Mary enjoyed fishing, bird watching, and everything outdoors. She also enjoyed flowers, solving word search puzzles and swimming. Funeral services will be 11 am on Monday, Sept. 22, 2025, at Forbes Funeral Home. Visitation will be from 10 am until the time of services at the funeral home on Monday. The service will be on the Forbes Funeral Home & Cremations Facebook page. Burial will be in Bayside Cemetery. On-line condolences may be offered at forbesfuneralhome.com

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PAUL LLOYD LEE April 3, 1947 - Aug. 17, 2025

Paul Lloyd Lee, 78, of Colorado Springs, Colorado (formerly of the Town of Clay Banks) passed away Sunday, Aug. 17, 2025 surrounded by family at his home following a brief battle with cancer. Paul is survived by two sons, Christopher (Kimberly) Lee of Green Bay, and Andy (Julia) Lee of Colorado Springs, older sister Penny (Dan) Krueger of Rhinelander, Wisconsin, younger brother Patrick (Jeanine) Lee of Milwaukee, and many extended family members, including cousins, nephews and nieces. He also leaves behind his 10-year-old granddaughter, Sophie. Paul was born on April 3, 1947 in Appleton, to parents Lloyd J. Lee and Jean E. (Janes) Lee. Born and raised in Appleton, he attended Saint Joseph School before moving to Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin as a freshman in high school. He graduated from Menomonee Falls High School in 1965 where he excelled as a basketball player and trumpeter. Paul graduated from Saint Norbert College in De Pere, in 1971, earning a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration. As a college student, he was enrolled in the U.S. Army Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (ROTC) before being commissioned into the U.S. Army Reserves as a second lieutenant. Following graduation, he spent his entire career in the field of residential property management, starting with his first job working for the student housing department at the University of Wisconsin - Green Bay. He was later recruited by Inland Steel Co. to serve as regional manager for subsidiary Remanco, Inc. in Upstate New York, where he made his home in the Village of Honeoye Falls. Paul eventually returned to his native Wisconsin, moving to Milwaukee for a position with Grootemaat Management Corp. He moved to the Town of Delafield, in 1983 where he later established his own property management firm in 1988 with a partner Jankowski, Lee and Associates. After more than a decade as a successful small business owner, he sold his company to - and took a position with - Ogden and Company, Inc. in 2002. On August 31, 1985, Paul was united in marriage to his loving and devoted wife of 33 years, Jill (née Wallschlaeger) at their home in Delafield. The couple met while working together at Grootemaat in 1981 and remained together until Jill’s passing in 2018. Throughout his life, he enjoyed various outdoor activities, including boating, fishing, hunting and annual camping trips to Devil’s Lake, as well as golfing, antiquing and gatherings with friends to play Sheepshead, Trivial Pursuit, or other games. He loved to read - especially suspense thrillers or historical books - and listen to old time radio shows on Radio Classics. He was a huge sports fan and enjoyed watching every big event from March Madness to the Masters to the Kentucky Derby to the Olympics and everything in between. In 2003, Paul and Jill moved to Door County, where they enjoyed their tranquil lakefront property in the Town of Clay Banks. Together, they took pleasure in exploring the Door Peninsula, entertaining friends and neighbors on their patio, working in the garden, or birdwatching or ship spotting from their backyard. Paul continued to work in the property management field for another decade, working for Premier Real Estate Management in Sturgeon Bay until his eventual retirement in 2015. Paul was a proud Wisconsinite through and through - a fan of the Packers, Brewers, Bucks and Badgers who enjoyed a good bratwurst, locally sourced cheese from Renard’s, and a turtle sundae or scoop of Butter Pecan frozen custard from LeDuc’s or Culver’s. He always knew which hole-in-the-wall establishment had the best Fish Fry, or which supper club to go to for the best Prime Rib special. In his later years, Paul enjoyed traveling internationally, including a solo trip to Iceland and a river cruise on the Rhine through the Netherlands, Germany and Austria. He would often spend time in the winter traveling to warm weather destinations with friends, visiting Costa Rica, the Dominican Republic, Mexico, Panama and Saint Lucia over the years. In May of 2022, Paul moved to Colorado Springs to be closer to his only granddaughter, Sophie. As a proud and adoring Grandpa, he treasured every moment spent together. Regular routines, like picking Sophie up from school and treating her to ice cream at the Caffeinated Cow or watching her tennis lessons, brought him just as much joy as more adventurous excursions like camping trips, family vacations, or trips to the zoo. While in Colorado Springs, Paul also became a part of the pickleball community at the Country Club of Colorado. As an avid player, he enjoyed participating in local leagues and events several times a week and socializing with his pickleball friends. Paul will forever be remembered as a kindhearted, friendly, generous, caring, trustworthy and thoughtful gentleman, and will be dearly missed as a father, grandfather, brother, and friend. Paul was preceded in death by his father Lloyd (2004), mother Jean (2018), and his wife Jill (2018). Paul’s life will be honored with a memorial service held at 1 pm on Saturday, Oct. 4, 2025 at Huehns Funeral Home, 1414 Michigan Street, Sturgeon Bay, with Rev. Mark Richards officiating. He will be laid to rest in Clay Banks Cemetery beside his wife, Jill. Visitation for family and friends will be held at the funeral home on Saturday, Oct. 4, 2025 from 11:30 am until the time of service. Our family would like to express our sincere gratitude to the staff at Gentiva Hospice for the comfort care given to our father. Expressions of sympathy, memories, photos, or other celebrations or acknowledgements of Paul’s life may be shared with his family through his tribute page at HuehnsFuneralHome.com

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Margaret M. Kracht Nov. 12, 1925 - Sept. 13, 1925 Margaret M. Kracht, 99, of Sturgeon Bay, died at Sturgeon Bay Health Services on Sept. 13, 1925. She was born Nov. 12, 1925, in Kewaunee County to Arthur and Pauline (Walter) Kuehl. She was married to Earl Kracht who preceded her in death in 2002. Survivors included her two children, Sandi (Ken) Long and Judy Turk (William Sneeberger); many grandchildren, great grandchildren and great-great grandchildren; and a sister, Lorraine Machut. She was preceded in death by her husband, brother Vernon (Madeline) Kuehl and brother-in-law Norman Machut. At her request no services will be held. Special thanks to the staff at Sturgeon Bay Health Services for the wonderful care and support and to Forbes Funeral Home for their help and guidance. Arthur “Art” Otto Strege d. Sept. 13, 2025 On Sept. 13, 2025, Arthur “Art” Otto Strege went to his heavenly home and is now reunited with his beautiful wife, Laura, who preceded him in death this past April. Art and Laura were blessed with 68 years of marriage. Roland and Dorothy Strege, along with Art’s brother Roland (Rollie) Strege, also preceded him death. Art graduated from Gibraltar High School where he started to play baseball. He served in the Air Force but returned to Door County when his father died. Art continued to play ball even though he worked in Milwaukee. Memorial services will be 11 am on Wednesday, Sept. 24, 2025, at Christ Lutheran Church in Baileys Harbor. Visitation from 10 am until the time of service. Forbes Funeral Home is serving the family. Full obituary may be found on forbesfuneralhome.com Michael “Mike” Tahlier Feb. 24, 1954 - Sept. 8, 2025 Michael “Mike” Tahlier, 71, Algoma died on Monday, Sept. 8, 2025. He was born on Feb. 24, 1954 to the late Donna (Draheim) and Gerald Tahlier in Green Bay. Mike attended Southern Door High School and then joined the Army. Afterward, he started working at Plumber’s Woodworking and then Bay Shipbuilding as a welder. He continued his career working at H.J. Martin and Sons as a Lead Foreman traveling the country. Mike married Michele on June 19, 1993. He was a lifetime member of the Knights of Columbus and was the president of the local chapter of the Christian Motorcycle Association. Visitation will be from 4 to 6 pm on Sunday, Sept. 14 at Schinderle Funeral Home in Algoma. Visitation and funeral service will continue at Algoma’s Lakeside Community Church on Monday, Sept. 15 at 4 pm with a funeral service starting at 6 pm. John L. Leiberg Dec. 13, 1949 - Sept. 6, 2025 John Leonard Leiberg, 75, of Sturgeon Bay, died on Sept. 6, 2025. He was born on Dec. 13, 1949, in Green Bay to Bernette “Chuck” and Ann “Sweetie” (Delaruelle) Leiberg. John graduated from Preble High School and received his bachelor’s degree from UWGB. John was an artist his entire life and specialized in making dried flower pedal scenes. He most recently was a truck driver in Green Bay. John enjoyed showing his artwork at many places in Door County. He also enjoyed playing cards, going on bus trips, watching Antiques Roadshow, and listening to classical music. A memorial service will be held at 2 pm on Friday, Sept. 26, 2025, at the Knights of Colombus Hall in Sturgeon Bay. Visitation will be from 11 am until the time of services at the hall on Friday. On-line condolences may be offered at forbesfuneralhome.com Gail A. McErlean d. Sept. 5, 2025 Gail Ann McErlean, 69, of Brussels, died on Sept. 5, 2025, after suffering from cancer. Gail was born in River Grove, Illinois, to Edward and Virginia Splingaire. Gail spent her retired years in Brussels. Gail worked for 30 years as a dental assistant. She also took care of her parents for the last 5 years of their lives in Brussels, a town she fondly loved. Gail was married for 20 years to Thomas McErlean in

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MARY RITTER

July 15, 1952 - Dec. 20, 2024

Mary Ritter passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones on Dec 30, 2024. Mary lived a full and vibrant life marked by her love of family, her creativity, and her gift for bringing people together. After a rewarding career with Pampered Chef, from which she retired, Mary continued to pour her talents into planning parties and events. She had a true knack for making any gathering special, and her warmth and attention to detail left lasting memories for everyone fortunate enough to attend. Door County held a very special place in Mary’s heart. She treasured her frequent trips north to spend time with family and friends, enjoying summers on the Vogel family farm and the cottage along Green Bay. Those times were filled with laughter, shared meals, and the quiet joy of being together in a place she loved so deeply. She was also an excellent trip planner, creating unforgettable vacations, especially her muchloved visits to Disney, where she delighted in the magic and joy of the parks. Mary also loved soaking up the sunshine, working on her tan during her many adventures riding around in their convertible, always embracing the simple joys of life. Mary’s legacy will live on in the celebrations she made memorable, the friendships she nurtured, and the love she shared so generously. She will be deeply missed by her family and all who knew her. Mary will be especially missed by those who loved her the most, including her loving husband of 52 years,Terry, her Aunt Marion Schley, her brother and sister in-law Dan and Sandi Halla, many nieces, nephews and cousins and twin brother William Peroutky. Mary was preceded in death by her father, Frank Peroutky, her mother Virginia Peroutky (Vogel), her brother Robert (Bobby) Peroutky and her beloved dogs Elka, Harley and Tillie. Funeral services will be held on Saturday September 27, 2025 at Holy Name of Mary in Maplewood, with visitation at 10 am followed by the service at 11 am.

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Obituaries continued from page 6 Chicago. She was devoted to her parents and family. Gail had a great life, she loved her family, Fleetwood Mac, and her two cats, Silver and Peanut. A time of remembrance and sharing will be held at 11 am at Wave Pointe in Little Sturgeon on Saturday, Oct. 11, 2025. Burial will be in Stevenson Cemetery just before at 10am. On-line condolences may be offered at forbesfuneralhome.com Bonnie Jo Goehring June 14, 1952 - Aug. 30, 2025 Bonnie Jo Goehring, 73, of Sturgeon Bay, passed away on Aug. 30, 2025. She was born June 14, 1952, in Kansas to Ruth and Gilbert Goehring. Bonnie graduated from Appleton High School West, class of 1970. After graduation, she enlisted in the US Army, serving at Fort McClellan, Alabama and Fort Bragg, North Carolina. Bonnie moved to Sturgeon Bay in 2016 to enjoy the beauty and comforts of Door County. No local services are planned. Burial with military honors will be conducted at Central Wisconsin Veterans Memorial Cemetery. Forbes Funeral is handling arrangements. Mary Irene Moran Dec. 22, 1934 - Aug. 29, 2025 Mary Irene Moran née Herbert, 90, of Baileys Harbor. Beloved mother of Theresa Moran, the late Owen, the late Brian, and the late John Moran; mother-in-law of Laurene Moran; proud grandmother of Sean (Gillian) Moran, Patrick (Angelica) Moran, Ellen (Dal) Moran; great grandmother of Jonathan Moran; dear sister of Rita the late Michael O’Malley; aunt of many nieces and nephews. Visitation, Thursday, Sept. 25, 2025, 9:45 am at Stella Maris Parish, 8013 State Highway 57, Baileys Harbor, followed by a Funeral Mass at 11 am. Interment Saturday, Sept. 27, 2025, Noon at Calvary Cemetery, 301 Chicago Avenue, Evanston, Illinois. Funeral information please call (847) 823-1171 or visit ryan-parke.com

ALLEN L. MOORE

Dec. 16, 1930 - Sept. 11, 2025

Allen L. Moore, 94, of Sturgeon Bay, passed away on Sept. 11, 2025. Allen (Al) was born on December 16,1930, to Allen J. Moore, Sr. and Lillian (Tease) Moore in the Town of Gardner. Allen attended Tornado Elementary School, St. Norbert Youth School and was a 1948 graduate of Brussels High School. After high school, Al worked for his father’s beer distributing business, Sturgeon Bay shipyards, proudly working on Naval ships, Algoma Plywood, and held a long career in maintenance and manufacturing in Green Bay. Al came from a family of baseball players who were passionate about the game. He and his two brothers played for many years in the Door County Baseball League. Al was very proud to enjoy 16 years with the Little Sturgeon and Kolberg Braves organizations. He shared with his “Gang” many stories of his early years hunting, bowling, playing baseball, poker games and observing his brother Pat “getting into mischief”. Shortly after high school, Al met the love of his life and “biggest baseball fan” Bernadette Jeanquart. Allen and Bernadette were married in 1952 at St. Mary’s of the Snows Catholic Church in Namur, (currently the Belgian Heritage Center). Together they lived and raised a faithfilled family of six children in Namur. Many of those years were spent working with Al’s in-laws on the family farm. After retirement, Al and Bernadette remained in Namur to enjoy their homestead and the incredibly manicured property, landscaping and flower beds they treasured. Rest assured, with a large family evolving, everyone enjoyed the fragrance of the roses and the harvest of the fruit and vegetable garden. When Al was not working in his yard, he enjoyed cutting wood to stoke his woodstove and fireplace and listening to Country music. He also enjoyed spending time on his 19 Acre property near his childhood home where he relished in nature and deer hunted for many years. Al and Bernadette were very fortunate to have traveled much of the United States including Alaska and internationally through parts of Canada and Europe. In more recent years, Allen traveled his “dream come true trips” to Hawaii and Ireland with his daughter Michelle (Dan) and family. Over the years, he shared his travel experiences with great passion and energy among family and friends. Al was a long-time member of the Peninsula Belgian American Club, St. Mary’s of the Snows and St Francis Catholic Church in Brussel, and The Sturgeon Bay YMCA. Al was also a proud sponsor and Volunteer of the Namur Belgian Heritage Foundation (Belgian Heritage Center). Al and Bernadette were also sponsors and frequent visitors to the National Shrine of our Lady of Champion (The Chapel). Al is Survived by his six children: Kelly (Louise), Cedarburg, Nicholas (Kay), Brussels, Mary (Cap,) Wulf Sturgeon Bay, Timothy (Sue), Green Bay, Michelle (Dan), Lodahl, Eagan, Minnesota and Sturgeon Bay and Kevin (Amy), Namur, 16 grandchildren and 27 GreatGrandchildren. He is also survived by his brother Tom Moore and two sisters, Colleen (Chris) DeNamur and Kathleen (Larry) Gentine and one brother-in-law Dennis (Sharon) Jeanquart. Al has many nieces and nephews, cousins and good friends who will miss him dearly. Al was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Bernadette of 66 years, his parents, Allen J. Sr. and Lillian Moore, his brother, Pat Moore, his in-laws, Palmy and Harvey Jeanquart, his sisters-in-law, Florence DeDecker and Dorraine Jadin, bothers-in-law Elmer DeDecker and Ervin Jadin, nephews, Mike and Ralph DeDecker and Brian Jadin, many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. The funeral will be held at St. Francis and St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Brussels on Saturday, Sept. 20 at 11 am. Public visitation is scheduled prior to the service from 9:30-11 am with luncheon to follow. Interment at Nicollet Memorial Gardens in Green Bay. Forbes Funeral Home is serving the family. Al’s family is suggesting memorial gifts given in honor of Al to The Belgian Heritage Center, Namur (belgianheritagecenter.org).

september 19-26/2025 COMMUNITY | 7 Jeffrey P. Duch Feb. 12, 1957 - Aug. 8, 2025 Jeffrey Paul Duch, 68, of Sturgeon Bay, died unexpectedly on Aug. 8, 2025, at Door County Medical Center. He was born on Feb. 12, 1957, in Cheboygan, Michigan to Frank and Helyn (Fairman) Duch. Growing up in a Coast Guard family, Jeff’s love of ships brought him to Sturgeon Bay, where he began work for Bay Shipbuilding Corporation and later at Peterson Builders Inc. His current employment was with ExacTech Inc. Jeff found happiness in life’s simple moments, whether it was a lighthearted game of mini golf, a peaceful afternoon outdoors, or attracting birds to his backyard. A memorial service was held at 2 pm Saturday, Sept. 13, 2025, at the Forbes Funeral Home in Sturgeon Bay. Visitation was from Noon until the time of service at the funeral home on Saturday. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to Door County Land Trust in Jeff’s name.

LYNN MYRON NELSON Feb. 12, 1942 - Sept. 13, 2025

Lynn Myron Nelson, age 83, of Fish Creek, was called home to his Lord and Savior, surrounded by his family, on Saturday afternoon, Sept. 13, 2025, while at Bellin ICU in Green Bay. Born Feb. 12, 1942, in Sturgeon Bay, Lynn was the son of the late Ellsworth and Jayne (Mickelson) Nelson. He attended Wildwood School in Sister Bay from first through eighth grade and graduated from Gibraltar High School in 1960. In his early years, Lynn worked seasonally in Door County during the summers and in manufacturing in Milwaukee during the winters. In 1964, he was drafted into the U.S. Army, serving honorably as a Military Police officer until 1966. On April 22, 1972, Lynn eloped with the love of his life, Margie L. Kuehn, and they were married at Trinity Lutheran Church in Green Bay. Their marriage was a testament to enduring love, faith, and mutual devotionan inspiring example of Christian partnership to all who knew them. Lynn was a devoted member of St. John Evangelical Lutheran Church in Valmy, where he served as an usher with his son. He was also a proud member of the American Legion Billy Weiss Post 527 in Sister Bay, where he served with honor as post chaplain. His career spanned nearly 40 years with General Telephone Electric (later Verizon), working as a switching technician serving northern Door County and Washington Island from 1966 until his retirement in 2004. Lynn was known for his sharp wit, quick sense of humor, and willingness to help anyone in need. Whether fixing an engine, offering a warm conversation, or tinkering with a neighbor’s project, Lynn had a gift for making people feel seen and cared for. He was mechanically gifted and had a reputation in the community as the one who could fix just about anything. His garage was often a hub of activity for friends and neighbors in need of a repair or a laugh. He had a deep love for vintage automobiles, especially Model A Fords, and was an active member of the Cherryland A’s, restoring classic cars and enjoying time with fellow enthusiasts. With Margie by his side, Lynn took great pride in the large garden they planted and maintained together-a shared labor of love that brought them joy and nourished their home. Family meant everything to Lynn. He deeply loved and supported his children, Natalie and Paul, and was present in every part of their lives. He especially treasured cheering Paul on at college sporting eventsoften making the long drive to Milwaukee and back, even late into the night, just to be there on the sidelines. While Natalie was living abroad, Lynn and Margie traveled through Europe to visit her, exploring many countries and creating lasting memories together. At home, Lynn, Natalie, and Paul spent countless hours working side by side on projects, sharing time and laughter. Lynn is survived by his beloved wife of 53 years, Margie; their children, Natalie and Paul of Fish Creek; close family friend Alex Reina of Ephraim; his brother, Larry (Jane) Nelson of Ellison Bay; and in-laws: Dennis Shaw of Iola, Joan Nelson Thome of Green Bay, Shirley Tanck of Sturgeon Bay, Cindy Kuehn of Appleton, Mary (Ron) Kramer of Sturgeon Bay, Joy (David) Tomjanovich of Sturgeon Bay, Steve Kuehn of Egg Harbor, Susan (Bill) Karas of Sturgeon Bay, and Robin (Dean) Delfosse of Brussels, as well as many dear nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; siblings, Valerie Shaw, Dennis Nelson, and Jean Nelson; his brothers-in-law, Roger Kuehn, and Elmer Tanck; and nephew, Derek Nelson. Friends may call from 4 to 8 pm on Friday, Sept. 19, 2025 at Huehns Funeral Home. A devotion will conclude the evening at 8 pm. Visitation will continue at St. John Ev. Lutheran Church in Valmy on Saturday, Sept. 20, 2025, from 9:30 am until the time of service at 11 am with Rev. Peter Martin officiating. Burial with military honors by American Legion Billy Weiss Post 527 will follow at St. John Ev. Lutheran Cemetery. Memorials may be made in Lynn’s memory to St. John Ev. Lutheran Church. Expressions of sympathy, memories, and photos of Lynn may be shared with his family through his tribute page at HuehnsFuneralHome.com

JOHN STEPHEN KELLNER Aug. 7, 1945 - Sept. 11, 2025

John Stephen Kellner, age 80 of Sturgeon Bay and Sheboygan, passed away on Thursday, Sept. 11, 2025, with his family by his side. He was born on Aug. 7, 1945, to the late Frank Jr. and Maragaret (Pleck) Kellner in Sturgeon Bay. He was a 1963 graduate of Sturgeon Bay High School. After high school, he attended UWStevens Point for a semester but could not bear to be away from his high school sweetheart, Sharon Fictum. On April 24, 1965, John was united in marriage to Sharon at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Sturgeon Bay. John lived a life of faith in service, rooted in his love for Christ. He was a lector and distributor for St. Paul’s Catholic Parish in Fish Creek, and later at Holy Name of Mary Catholic Church in Maplewood. He delivered communion to shut-ins, bringing the word of Christ to those who could not attend church in person. John also served in various leadership roles in the Boy Scouts of America at the district and troop levels and participated in the Order of the Arrow. John was a lifetime member of the Wisconsin Speleological Society where he worked with the group to improve landowner relations and educate the public about the beauty and science behind Wisconsin’s caves. He served on the Gibraltar Town Board and the Gibraltar Volunteer Fire Department and enjoyed riding motorcycles with his friends in the Recyclists Motorcycle Club. John’s life of service extended beyond these structured groups into his everyday life. He was first to lend a helping hand to his family, friends, and neighbors, and was fondly known as the “Angel Snow Removal Service” for helping his elderly neighbors in the winter months for as long as his body would allow. John was not defined by his careers but continued his life of service with every position he held. When John and Sharon first married, they ran the Holiday Motel in Sturgeon Bay, where they discovered their love for sharing the beauty of their community with visitors to Door County. As their family expanded, John worked as a lineman for the Sturgeon Bay Utilities, bringing power to residents during storms and through service expansions. John and Sharon missed their time with visitors to Door County and purchased the Dawn Breaker Lodge in Fish Creek in 1982, growing it into the Twin Oaks Country Lodge, where they continued to share their love for the Door Peninsula with guests from all over the world until 1994. During that time, John also worked as a bus driver and janitor for the Gibraltar Area School District until his retirement in 2012. After retirement, John and Sharon moved to Sheboygan to live with their grandchildren until their battles with vascular dementia and Alzheimer’s brought them back to their much-missed hometown of Sturgeon Bay in 2024. John loved the outdoors, and spent his free time camping, hiking, bicycling, skiing, photographing nature, riding motorcycles, caving, and traveling with his family and friends throughout the Midwest. John’s favorite place on earth was the land he and Sharon purchased in southern Door County in 1968, which is the location of Paradise Pit, one of Wisconsin’s longest and most unique caves. He spent decades working with family and his friends at the Speleological Society to expand and preserve the cave and the hardwood forest surrounding it. He was dedicated to conservation and worked tirelessly to create this haven that his family enjoys still. His love for all things outdoors was passed on to his children and grandchildren, who continue to share in his passion for these activities in their daily lives. John was known for his sense of humor, real-world problem solving, and tireless dedication to helping those he loved. His quick wit, booming voice, and ability to look at any challenge with an eye for unique solutions will be sorely missed by all those who loved him most. Special thanks go out to the staff at Bayview Senior Care and Unity Hospice for their dedication to his care, to Huehn’s Funeral Home for their compassion and assistance during this loss, and to Deacon Mark Hibbs for bringing him God’s word while he was confined at Bayview. John is survived by his beloved wife, Sharon; children, Todd (partner Robin Hansen) Kellner of Peshtigo, and Sara (partner Ben Anschutz) Kellner of Bailey’s Harbor and Sheboygan; grandchildren Gabe Butler, Nolan Thiel, and Madilyn Thiel; sister Barbara Shreve of Madison; and sister-in-law Jan (Dolittle) Kellner of South Carolina. He is further survived by other relatives and friends. John is preceded in death by his parents; siblings Frank (Fritz) Kellner and Kathy Schmidt; and several nieces and nephews. A Memorial Mass of Christian Burial will be held for John on Monday, Sept. 29, 2025, at 11 am at Holy Name of Mary Catholic Church in Maplewood with Fr. William Brunner officiating. A visitation will be held at church from 9:30 am until 10:45 am on Monday. Expressions of sympathy, memories, photos, or other celebrations or acknowledgments of John’s life may be shared with his family through his tribute page at huehnsfuneralhome.com

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Door Notes continued from page 4 (From left) Mark Smith received a certificate of appreciation Sept. 2 from Mayor David Ward upon Smith’s retirement after 20 years of service in the Sturgeon Bay Fire Department. During his time with the department, Smith was also the person behind “Sparky the Fire Dog,” the National Fire Protection Association’s mascot. KEVIN BONESKE

NORTHERN DOOR CHILDREN’S CENTER RIBBON-CUTTING Northern Door Children’s Center (NDCC) is ready to celebrate the completion of a multi-year construction project with a ribbon-cutting ceremony. The community is invited to the ceremony on Sept. 24, 5 pm at NDCC, 10520 Judith Blazer Dr. in Sister Bay. The ribboncutting will be followed by a picnic and an opportunity to tour the renovated facility. Donors to NDCC’s Essential Fundraising Campaign, both in Door County and throughout the country, raised $3.6 million, allowing for the addition of new space and the renovation of every remaining space in the center. The completed construction and renovation project allowed NDCC to expand its licensed capacity from 112 to 153 children, permitting the center to offer early care and education to many more families in Door County.

YMCA; and Saturday, Nov. 8, 9 am – 12 pm at the Sturgeon Bay YMCA. For more information, contact 920.495.1951/pierz@charter.net or 262.893.6953/gary.drexler@EQMC2.com.

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RESPECT LIFE PRAYER LINE To celebrate the designation of October as Respect Life Month, a Respect Life Prayer Line will take place on Sunday, Oct. 12, 1:302:45 pm, along Michigan Street in Sturgeon Bay. People from all Christian denominations are invited to join a peaceful, public demonstration and silent prayer to end abortion. Gathering at the Michigan Street parking lot in front of the police station, participants will receive instructions and posters to hold while standing 10 to 15 feet apart, praying silently. Participants are asked to avoid blocking business entrances and interacting with passersby or other attendees. Children may stand by their parents, and if standing is difficult, participants may bring a lawn chair. Umbrellas are encouraged for rain or sun. Participants may make their own sign, but nothing graphic, condemning, or endorsing a politician or party. At 2:45 pm, participants are encouraged to return to their cars and proceed to the Family Worship Center, 1715 Michigan St. in Sturgeon Bay, for a presentation by Wisconsin Family Action President Daniel Degner. Degner will discuss the state of the prolife movement, with a Q&A session to follow. All are welcome to attend the 3 pm program, whether they participated in the prayer line or not. This event is sponsored by the Respect Life Prayer Line Committee, which has members from at least seven different denominations. For more information, call 920.824.5029 or 920.743.2260.

COATS FOR KIDS DRIVE The Sturgeon Bay Knights of Columbus, in partnership with the Door County YMCA, is launching the second-annual Coats for Kids program to ensure that children in need have warm coats for the upcoming winter months. The public may donate new or lightly used winter coats by dropping them off at the Sturgeon Bay YMCA (1900 Michigan St.) or the Fish Creek YMCA (3866 Gibraltar Road). Look for the marked drop box or inquire at the front desk. Monetary donations to the program can be sent in the form of a check to Knights of Columbus – Coats for Kids, PO Box 533, Sturgeon Bay. Winter coats for children of all ages and sizes will be distributed at no cost to eligible families. Giveaway events will also feature information about YMCA programs that support local families year-round. The distribution event dates are Saturday, Nov. 1, 9 am – 12 pm at the Fish Creek

Thanks to the support of our generous community, volunteers, and our hard-working our committed youth professionals, Club reached record-breaking enrollment of over 180 members at Camp LeVoy this summer. Together, we provided safe spaces where caring mentors helped each child discover their potential. Club kids explored what's possible while making leaps toward becoming tomorrow's change-makers. —Chelsea Adams, Director of Operations & Kacie Mueller, Development Director

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WALK TO END ALZHEIMER’S A SUCCESS Fueled by more than 450 participants, volunteers and donors, this year’s Door County Walk to End Alzheimer’s, held Sept. 13, is expected to raise more than $100,000. These funds will directly support families across Door County with education, care, support services, advocacy efforts and the Alzheimer’s Association’s 24/7 Helpline (800.272.3900). “To see hundreds of people come together, each with their own story and their own reason to walk, was incredibly moving,” said Dave Grams, executive director of the Alzheimer’s Association Wisconsin Chapter. “The joy, the energy and the determination of this community give us strength and bring us closer to the day when we end Alzheimer’s for good.” The Alzheimer’s Association encourages continued support, as donations can still be made to the Walk to End Alzheimer’s through Dec. 31 at act.alz.org/doorcounty. Mail-in donations should be directed to the organization’s regional mail-processing hub at Alzheimer’s Association, Attn: WTEA Milwaukee County, WI, 12701 Whitewater Dr., Suite 290, Minnetonka, MN, 55343.

FORMER PACKER DEDICATES HELMET The Boys and Girls Club of Door County hosted Green Bay Packers legend Jerry Kramer for a special dedication of his helmet at the David G. Hatch Center in Sturgeon Bay on Sept. 5. The morning ceremony featured a helmet dedication by Ian Wulf of Wulf Brothers on behalf of his father, Cap Wulf, recognizing the transformative impact of Kramer and fellow NFL (National Football League) alumni who have championed the Boys and Girls Club’s mission for 16 years. Through the annual Celebrity Golf Outing at Horseshoe Bay Golf Club in Egg Harbor, Kramer and other NFL legends have helped raise nearly $2 million, which has been instrumental in growing the Club’s youth programming. Brief remarks in recognition of Kramer’s support were shared by Larry Brunette, chair of the Boys and Girls Club of Door County Celebrity Golf Outing Committee and trustee board member; Dave Resch, founder and past chair of the Boys and Girls Club of Door County Celebrity Golf Outing Committee and trustee board member; and Johanna Wicklund, CEO of the Boys and Girls Clubs of the Bay and Lakes Region. The Boys and Girls Club of Door County serves over 200 youth annually, providing after-school programming, summer camp, mentorship opportunities and safe spaces for young people to learn and grow.

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We’re hiring! Visit our website for more information: https://bgcblr.org/door-county/employment/ Volunteer Your Time Whether you’re helping with homework, serving a meal, or being a mentor, your time makes a lasting impact. To volunteer, contact Joe Brooker: jbrooker@bayandlakes.org Take a Club Tour Club tours are a great way to learn more about our programs, meet our staff, and experience the energy and creativity of our members. Tours are open to anyone interested in learning more. To set up a tour, contact Kacie Mueller: kmueller@bayandlakes.org

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estination Sturgeon Bay will once again welcome autumn with the annual Harvest Fest and Street Art Auction on Saturday, Sept. 20. Festivities begin the evening before, with the annual Cruise by the Bay Classic Car Parade presented by the Old Bolts Car Club on Friday, Sept. 19. This year’s cruise will begin at George K. Pinney County Park, 4879 Bay Shore Dr., then proceed to 3rd Avenue and through

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downtown Sturgeon Bay, ending at Martin Park, 207 S. 3rd Ave. Participants line up at 4 pm before the parade at 5 pm. Registration is not required. On Saturday, Sturgeon Bay’s Harvest Fest will take over 3rd Avenue, which will be closed from Jefferson Street to Pennsylvania Street. Festivities include the Old Bolts Car Club Annual Classic Car Show, a craft fair, food vendors, in-store specials and live music. The official Tapping of the Oktoberfest Firkin by Mayor David Ward will take place at 12 pm outside of Starboard Brewing Company, 151 N. 3rd Ave.

The fun continues at 1 pm with a stein-holding contest. The entry fee is $10. After that, kids can join in the fun with a root beer-holding contest at 2 pm, followed by a performance by the Beer Puppeteer at 3 pm. Up next is a rock concert by Glas Hamr in Martin Park, 3:45-7 pm. Also at the park, attendees can get one last look at the Set Sail in Sturgeon Bay street art projects. Starting at 2 pm, this year’s artists participate in live interviews from the Martin Park bandstand, discussing their pieces and the inspiration behind them. The interviews will be livestreamed on the

Destination Sturgeon Bay Facebook page. The online auction for the art featured in Set Sail in Sturgeon Bay closes at 5:30 pm on Sept. 20. Bidders can participate in the auction online until it closes at events.handbid. com or on the Handbid app. For additional information, call 920.743.6246 or visit sturgeonbay.net. SCHEDULE OF EVENTS Events take place in downtown Sturgeon Bay unless otherwise noted. All addresses listed are in Sturgeon Bay.

Hometown Harvest continued on page 6 Wally Bittorf plays with his son, Daryl (back), at Waterfront Park in Sister Bay on July 9. CHRISTINE DANNHAUSEN-BRUN

ost of the several hundred people spread across the lawn at Sister Bay’s Concert in the Park on July 9 had no idea they were listening to a sliver of local history on the stage. Familiar classic country songs were the

background music as parents chased kids in the sand, groups doled out pizza slices and beverages in the grass, and couples held hands between camp chairs. On the stage, Wally Bittorf focused on his fingers, strumming his guitar as he has for more than 70 years, 64 of them as a member of the Bittorf Brothers. The band now features only one brother; Wally’s brother, Donny, died in 2020. But it’s still a generational group, with Wally’s son, Daryl, joining him, and for one song, Daryl’s son, Waylon, as well. Wally plays just one show each year, and at 84, there’s no guarantee of another. The elder Bittorf has played long enough to see restaurants and taverns rise and fall, their names becoming distant memories hanging on in fewer minds every year. The Tornado Tap. Wally Kipp’s. Lena’s Sip and Chat. The Nuclear Inn. On July 9, the Bittorf Brothers were joined by

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rom the northern end of Door County to the south, area golfers and course operators reported fundraising successes just after Labor Day. One of those fundraising pushes benefited a historic and scenic golf course while two others raised thousands of dollars for causes ranging from high school scholarships to support for veterans in need. Posters at Peninsula State Park Golf Course, a not-for-profit entity, thanked supporters and golfers for making enough donations – $190,000 – to replace a worn-out, poorly-draining green. By Sept. 8, workers for Jeff Hollembeak Golf Construction were watering new sod surrounding the future green for hole No. 7. “The green is getting sodded today, and the remainder of the holesurround will be done tomorrow,” course superintendent Michael Becker said on Sept. 9. Peninsula State Park Golf Course’s Facebook page showed videos of the progress. Golfers playing a 117-yard temporary seventh “green” last month and this month have had a good view of the future hole and may be dreaming of reaching the future par-4 hole in one shot from the tee. However, a large bunker – which was being filled with sand on Sept. 8 – will prevent the majority of long drives from rolling up onto the new green. Golfers have time to strategize. “There will be numerous ways to play the hole, I feel,” Becker said. “Best is to play middle-right to leave a 50- to 70-yard wedge, 1-putt and go to 8.” Some golfers also could hit midirons from the tee and then have an

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easy 8- or 9-iron left. Others won’t resist the temptation to tee it high and let it fly. Veterans Benefit Surpasses $20,000 27 Pines founder and owner Tom Schmelzer has hosted several fundraisers over the past 10 years for veteran causes. Some have covered the costs of Honor Flight trips to see memorials in Washington, DC, and some have boosted efforts by the Door County Veterans Service Commission. A recent late-summer fundraiser at 27 Pines raised the most money Schmelzer has been able to collect for the Door County Veterans Trust fund – more than $23,000. “This is the most that we ever raised,” Schmelzer said. “We had some really generous people. Everybody was extremely good about donating prizes and money.” Schmelzer, an Army veteran whose unit delivered equipment wherever it was needed during the Vietnam War, said he likes helping veterans who sometimes need assistance making ends meet. Schmelzer supports the Door County Veterans Council and its trust fund because he knows there are veterans who are struggling to pay for food, who need food or

Bonnie Braes Ladies 9-Hole Golf League September 11, 2025 END-OF-THE-YEAR SCRAMBLE Team #1: Tie 41 (Linda Mattes, Julie Perley, JoannWielosinski); (Jone Kiefer Char Sher, Ally McArdle); (Teresa Martin, Jeanine Bresnahan, Nancy Thannert, Eileen King); (Jane Fredrick, Kathy Maurer, Michele Asp). END-OF-THE-YEAR PRIZES Low gross average: Group A – (Teresa Martin 42, Susie Cummings 42.14, Jone Kiefer 43.5); Group B – (Lori Barnstorff 45.27, Julie Perley 45.67, Kathy Maurer 45.88); Group C – (Nancy Thannert 49.27, Sue Scheider 50.4, Susan Reynolds-Smith 50.63); Group D – (Margaret Bethke 53, Margie Staats 53.2, Amy Peterson 55.09). Low putts average: Group A – (Laura Maloney 15.11, Teresa Martin 15.6); Group B – (MariKay Trimble 16.38, Julie Perley 16.78); Group C – (Susan Reynolds-Smith 16.63, Nancy Thannert 16.64); Group D – (Judy Busey 17.92, Ally McArdle 18.42). Ringer board, front nine: Group A – (Kim Lindermann 34, Teresa Martin 34); Group B – (Julie Perley 34); Group C – (Susan Reynolds-Smith 36); Group D – (Margaret Bethke 44).

mental health support, or who need rides to medical appointments. “There are 2,000 vets in the county right now,” he said, noting that some of his friends and fellow veterans just need a little help from time to time, and others may be struggling with mental illness or post-traumatic stress disorder. “I’m passionate about trying to help out the best I can. I have the opportunity with this little golf course.” Sister Bay Lions Sister Bay Lions member Mike Fitzgibbons said their Aug. 24, 18hole golf outing event at Peninsula, and the post-round buffet meal at Sister Bay Bowl, were a great success, despite some rain. “Our fundraising targets sponsorship from the local community as well as the golf registrations,” Fitzgibbons said. “This event is our second-largest fundraising event after our brat fry and fish boil at Fall Fest.” While totals for this year’s outing were not available at press time, the event that attracted 100 golfers certainly furthered the Lions’ ability to support a wide range of efforts to serve the community. Since the club’s founding in 1952, the Sister Bay Lions have raised $1.2 million.

Ringer board, back nine: Group A – (Laura Maloney 35); Group B – (Lori Barnstorff 37); Group C – (Sue Scheider 41, Nancy Thannert 41, Cindy Wright 41); Group D – (Margie Staats 41). Pars: Group A – (Teresa Martin 34); Group B – (Lori Barnstorff 27); Group C – (Nancy Thannert 16); Group D – (Margie Staats 8). Eagles: Jane Fredrick 1, Julie Perley 1. Birdies: Group A – (Jone Kiefer 5); Group B – (Lori Barnstorff 3, Beth Healy 3); Group C – (Sue Scheider 2); Group D – (Margaret Bethke 1, Margie Staats 1). Single game low gross: Group A (Teresa Martin 37); Group B – (Lori Barnstorff 42, Kathy Maurer 42); Group C – (Sue Scheider 44, Cindy Wright 44); Group D – (Margaret Bethke 47). The Orchards Wednesday Hustle September 10, 2025 Two-man teams, better ball net: -8 – Tom Moeller/Tom Gregory; -7 (three-way tie) – Brian Ciesil/Steve Smith; Jim McDowell/John Trampas; George Wilson/Jim Thiel. Low individual gross: Joe Clanton 75, Tom Moeller 77,Tom Covelli 81. Low individual net: Jim McDowell 68, Joe Clanton 72, Tom Moeller 73, Jim

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hen I see the bright yellow flowers in the open meadows of late summer, I think of autumn approaching. Many species of goldenrods bloom in fields and in wooded areas in September. Other widespread yellow flowers are the black-eyed Susan, tall yellow coneflower, sunflowers and various hawkweeds. But the goldenrods dominate the landscape. I think the Green Bay Packers chose perfect team colors because our spring landscapes are also green and gold. Dandelions carpet many lawns and fields in May. In 1773, when the Boston Tea Party revolt caused many early colony dwellers to avoid the British drink, Benjamin Franklin made Liberty Tea using the leaves of the American goldenrod, Solidago odora. Franklin introduced the goldenrod to Londoners on one of his diplomatic trips. He was fascinated by the Canada goldenrod and felt the people of Great Britain should have it there. These showy plants bloom at the same time as the inconspicuous ragweed. Hay fever sufferers blame the goldenrod because it is so visible while they are sneezing from airborne pollen. But goldenrods are brightly colored to attract butterflies and other flying insects to distribute the pollen, which is too heavy to float around in the wind. The real culprit behind seasonal sneezes is common ragweed, which is in the same family, Asteraceae. It has abundant small green flowers that are in bloom all along our roadsides, and its fine pollen blows around easily. Not all goldenrods are yellow-flowered; two in Wisconsin have white blossoms. The United States is home to about 100 species of goldenrods, including one British species, Solidago virgaurea, the European

goldenrod. Our state has 28 species of goldenrods, and our county, at least 11. The goldenrod genus, Solidago (sol-eh-DAY-go), gets its name from the Latin solidare, meaning to join or make whole. In the olden days, it was common to cut goldenrod plants into small pieces, boil them in water and use the liquid as a healing wash for wounds. Canada goldenrod grows in every Wisconsin county, and healthy plants in good soil can reach a height of 7 feet. One plant may have its large cluster of flowers spreading nearly a foot wide. These can be favorite stopping places for migrating monarch butterflies. They will gather a great quantity of nectar from one tall plant. Numerous flies, bees, moths, hornets, wasps and beetles also find food on the Canada goldenrod. It would be a great place for a person to start an insect collection! Goldenrods are native plants with strong root systems. When I tried removing some that began growing in my favorite flower bed, it took a lot of digging to get the whole plant out of the ground. The root system traveled in several directions and never seemed to end. One species that is easy to identify growing out in the fields is the gray goldenrod, also known as dyer’s weed, Solidago nemoralis (nem-o-RAH-lis). It often is still in bloom well into October. They can withstand poor soil and usually grow no taller than about 12 inches. Dyer’s weed goldenrods are dainty plants with very fine hairs, giving them a grayish cast. They are easy to recognize because the flower has a tendency to bend over. The only species found growing in the woods is the elegant zigzag goldenrod, S. flexicaulis. Most open field goldenrods have long, narrow leaves, but the zigzag species’ leaves are quite broad in order to absorb sun in these shadier locations. One of the rarest species in Wisconsin, thought to be found only along sandy shores in Door

County, is the dune goldenrod, S. spathulta var. gilmani. It can be identified by its narrow plume-like blossom and deep maroon stem. I remember seeing it at Whitefish Dunes State Park many years ago. The dune goldenrod can continue blooming well into October. Roy and I enjoyed a short trip to the eastern Upper Peninsula of Michigan 12 years ago and stayed at some friends’ cottage at the top of Lake Michigan. We were surprised to find a rather rare species of goldenrod there.The Houghton’s goldenrod, S. houghtonii, is on Michigan’s state and federal list of endangered plants. It is also found on the northern shores of the Great Lakes in Ontario and New York. My friend and I work at helping eastern bluebirds and have learned, once the season is over, to leave the sides of the nest boxes open. In years past, we found some boxes stuffed with the dense seed heads of goldenrods helping the field mice stay warm in winter.

The Canada goldenrod has a large spreading flower head that can be 12 inches wide. ROY LUKES

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An area in the southern part of Newport State Park is closed until further notice after being damaged considerably by the straight-line wind and rain storm in August. The storm affected trails and eight of 16 campsites in the area, per park educator Beth Bartoli. The park is still hosting several programs this month, including a gratitude leaf garland event on Tuesday, Sept. 23, at 10 am. The program will include hands-on crafting time and stories about the equinox. Supplies will be provided, but attendees can bring small natural materials like seeds to incorporate into their craft or share with others. The event meets in the Nature Center, Lot 1. A celebration of the autumn solstice is scheduled for Sunday, Sept. 21, 2:30-4 pm.

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In his 60-minute presentation, Weise will share lessons from the Northeast’s 105-year-old, 2,200mile trail system and highlight meaningful parallels for Door County’s emerging network. Weise will draw from his latest guidebook, Circuit Hikes in Harriman, and offer stories from the field about how volunteerdriven trail systems can transform communities, preserve landscapes and inspire eco-tourism. He will also reflect on his personal connection to Door County, where he has been a seasonal resident since the 1960s, and reveal some of his favorite “hidden gem” trails on the peninsula. Each session will last approximately one hour, including time for Q&A with the audience. To learn more about the event and about Door County Trails – a nonprofit organization working to create a county-wide multi-use bicycle and pedestrian trail system – visit doorcountytrails.org.

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Brian Leist, Jason Leist and Jake Hartl, Daryl’s bandmates in the Modern Day Drifters, the popular local band he’s played with since 2007. Over the last few years, the Sister Bay concert has been a highlight of the summer for Wally. “It energized him for weeks afterward,” Daryl said. “It means a lot to him to play with us. He just has so much fun. I was thinking while I was driving home from that show, how many people can say at age 84 that they went up and played a show like that?” At one point in the show, Wally appeared to catch the band off guard, rolling right into one of the classic country songs he has played hundreds of times, but not with this band. The other musicians exchanged a couple of looks, then found the rhythm. “That’s something the Bittorf Brothers always did,” Daryl said. “Someone just starts playing a song and everyone falls in.” That’s how they learned to keep a crowd in the thousands of shows they played between Ellison Bay and Kewaunee since 1961. Once they get a crowd dancing, they don’t want to slow down and lose them. This night in Sister Bay was no exception. “It makes me feel good,” Wally said of that show, sitting beside Daryl in his son’s living room. He looked down, smiling at his folded hands as his mind dug through decades of shows. “I love it.” Wally doesn’t remember life before music. It always filled his house, whether it was something his grandmother played or he and

his brothers playing guitar, fiddle, piano, harmonica, violin, or Wally’s favorite, the accordion. “Everyone wanted to come to our house because the house was always full of music,” Wally said. They lived on the south end of the village, next to what is now Patricia Shoppe but was then the town hall. Wally and Donny formed the Bittorf Brothers and stuck together until Donny died. “Donny was what Dad wasn’t, and Dad was what Donny wasn’t,” Daryl said. The brothers started performing in an era where many taverns had big dance halls to service weddings and large family events. Back then, it was common for a tavern to have a formal stage and dance floor. They played festivals, holidays and weddings. If they only had a crowd of two, they kept playing. If a bar fight broke out, they kept playing. If a bar fight broke out at a wedding – even if it was their own family’s wedding – they kept playing. Daryl played a bit as a kid, but didn’t take it seriously until his father approached him near his 25th birthday. “If I buy you a guitar, will you play it?” his dad asked. That was in January, and by March, Daryl was joining the Bittorf Brothers on stage.

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“I just knew he’d be interested in it, and he was,” Wally said. “He didn’t disappoint me.” Twenty-three years later, they still play together, keeping Wally’s streak of playing at least one show a year going into a seventh decade. He played his first show in a band in 1954 at Lena’s in Egg Harbor. “He’s my hero, you know,” Daryl said. “When I started, he was helping me with everything, and now I help him. Our roles are reversed. The music stuff still just comes for him; it’s the other stuff I help with. Setting up the stage, the mics, the amps.” Most of the smoky taverns Wally once played are gone now, or rebranded, but standing next to his son on the stage, strumming guitar together as the sun sets over the bay, is right where Wally wants to be. “It’s all family now, just like before,” Wally said of the band. “It’s just the way it should be.”

and writer, OkCello immerses his audiences in vivid stories and songs, creating a richly layered, transcendent concert experience. Tickets cost $25, plus taxes and fees. Reservations are recommended. To buy tickets, call 920.868.2728, visit dcauditorium.org, or drop by the DCA box office, open Monday through Friday, 12-5 pm. DCA is located at 3926 Hwy 42 in Fish Creek.

RICK WOOD AND FRIENDS AT TOWN HALL BAKERY Rick Wood and Friends will perform on Sunday, Sept. 21, 6:30 pm at Town Hall Bakery and Cafe, 6225 Hwy 57 in Jacksonport. Rick Wood was born in Milwaukee, the same day as a combined 4.5 million

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can enjoy a root beer float with custard from Harbor Custard. Prizes will be awarded to top overall finishers and Masters finishers, plus special packages from Egg Harbor Fun Park for the top kids runners. The Hey Hey 5K is named for one of the favorite sayings of Baileys Harbor icon Freddie Kodanko, the late Polka King who also inspired the name of one of Door County Brewing Co.’s signature beers, the Polka King Porter. Freddie loved his polka, loved to laugh and loved his friends. The race is sponsored by the Peninsula Pulse and Door County Brewing Co., and brought to you by the Peninsula Pacers. Sign up and learn more at heyhey5k.com.

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SECRET SUPPER CLUB IN EGG HARBOR Crave Cuisine will host another Secret Supper Club dinner on Sept. 21, 6-9 pm, somewhere in Egg Harbor. The exact location will be revealed at noon, the day before the event. This dinner begins with a choice of welcome drink – a glass of wine or a seasonal mocktail – followed by a stroll through the grounds with artful passed bites. At the table, guests will enjoy a surprise from the chef before a fourcourse menu featuring ingredients from Door County farms and artisans. Seating is limited to 26 people. For reservations, visit tinyurl.com/2s42d4tv. Tickets cost $135 per person (gratuity not included).

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For the fourth year in a row, Parallel 44 Vineyard and Winery was named Winery of the Year at the 2025 International Cold Climate Wine Competition, held recently in Minnesota. During the competition, 21 experts judged 354 wines from Minnesota, Wisconsin, South Dakota, Colorado, Iowa, Nebraska and Ontario. This is the only competition dedicated to wines made from grapes grown in the Upper Midwest, the northeastern United States and parts of Canada. The Winery of the Year award goes to the winery receiving the most medals in the competition. This year, Ziegler Winery from Malone, Wisconsin and Parallel 44 from Kewanee each received 26 medals. Parallel 44’s sister winery, Door 44, north of Sturgeon Bay, received six additional medals. Parallel 44 and Door 44 were awarded Double Golds for their Sparkler, Bliss and Ledge Blanc and Golds for its Frontenac Blanc, Ice Cider, Lacrescent, Red Door and Vintners Reserve. “To be able to continue to consistently grow and craft these wines to impress these judges four years in a row means that we are on the right track to putting this unexpected corner of the wine world on the map,” winery owner Steve Johnson said. Earlier this year, Parallel 44 also fared well in the largest wine competition in North America, the San Francisco Wine Chronicle Competition in January. In that competition of over 5,500 wines and 950 wineries, Parallel 44 received the most medals for a winery outside of California. “We are not doing this just for us,” Johnson said. “The goal is to elevate the quality and reputation of this whole region, which is now officially recognized as one of the newest wine appellations in America, called the Wisconsin Ledge, named after the Niagara Escarpment. While we produce the most ‘Wisconsin Ledge’ wines out there, we want more and more wineries in the area to continue to grow their production of wines actually grown and produced in this very new American Viticultural Area.”

WET WHISTLE WINE FEST Von Stiehl Winery’s Wet Whistle Wine Fest, a fundraiser for Community Improvement of Algoma and Algoma Fire and Rescue, returns Sept. 19 and 20 to American Legion Park, 617 2nd St. in Algoma. Weekend activities include grape stomps, wine tastings, food and live music. Attendees often arrive in costume. Those under 21 must be accompanied by an adult. The festival takes place on Friday, Sept. 19, 5-9 pm and Saturday, Sept. 20, 10 am – 6 pm. On Friday, admission is free, and Rocker provides live music. On Saturday, admission costs $10. Children under 12 enter free. Fork in the Road plays live music 10 am – 1:30 pm, followed by Conscious Pilot 2-6 pm. Grape stomps are scheduled throughout the day, and attendees can participate in a scavenger hunt through Sunday, Sept. 21. For more information, visit vonstiehl.com.

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fun&fests THE CORN MAZE OF LIFE This year, DENN’s corn maze is designed like the Game of Life, allowing attendees to be part of a giant board game. After getting a pretend money card to spend inside the maze, guests will pick a job, graduate college, buy a house, have kids, pay for bills and expenses, and try not to go bankrupt so they can retire at the end. The interactive maze includes games and unique photo stations. Beyond the maze, a large outdoor area features a playground, yard games and patio bars. Bouncy houses will be set up on the weekends, and food trucks will be on-site every weekend in October. Inside, DENN offers shopping and DIY craft stations where attendees can arrange succulents, paint and make their own hats. Hours are Wednesday and Thursday, 10 am – 4 pm; Friday and Saturday, 10 am – 6 pm; and Sundays, 10 am – 4 pm. Admission costs $10 for adults and $8 for kids. Children younger than 3 enter free. DENN is located at 2050 County Road DK in Sturgeon Bay, near Renards Cheese and Southern Door Schools.

TOURISM ASSOCIATION PROMOTES CORN MAZES The Wisconsin Agricultural Tourism Association (WATA) is kicking off fall by

visiting and recognizing agricultural tourism destinations within the state. One featured destination is the Red Barn Corn Maze at 7125 Cty J in Forestville, where WATA representatives visited on Sept. 11. The Red Barn Corn Maze is open on weekends Sept. 13 through Oct. 26, Saturdays at 10 am – 6 pm and Sundays 12-6 pm. WATA is also sponsoring an online maze challenge. To participate, visit a corn maze on a WATA member farm before Nov. 2 and share a photo of your visit to Facebook or Instagram with the tag #WATAMAZE for a chance to win prizes. For a list of WATA member farms and more details, visit wiagtourism.com.

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o you see how everyone inside is smiling?” asked a Hardy Gallery docent on the opening night of Kickin’ Up the Chroma, an exhibit featuring three wellknown Door County artists.

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Telescoping Model exhibit, which was also supported by a grant from the Raibrook Foundation. The scaled 9-foot-tall model will describe the primary internal layers of the granary structure that are otherwise

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eninsula School of Art (PenArt) invites the community to a free open house at the Ingwersen Studio and Gallery, 2029 Old Stage Road in Sister Bay, on Saturday, Oct. 11, 1-3 pm. The event will honor the generosity and vision of the property’s prior owners, James and Phyllis Ingwersen. In March, shortly before he passed away, James Ingwersen announced that he was donating their property to PenArt, ensuring Ingwersen Studio and Gallery remains available for future generations of artists and art lovers. Open house attendees can tour the historic buildings, meet PenArt staff and board members, and learn about the property. “This extraordinary 40-acre property with studio and gallery space represents an exciting next chapter for PenArt,” PenArt Executive Director Adam Erickson said. “The Ingwersen Studio and Gallery allows us to deepen our community impact, host new programs and provide additional opportunities for learning, conversation and connection through the arts.”

Family Art Days Return PenArt is hosting a new season of Family Art Days, free, monthly drop-in programs designed to spark creativity and connection. Held every third Saturday from 9 am to 12 pm, September through May, Family Art Days are open to families with children ages 3 to 12. Each event features a hands-on project inspired by professional artists and the world around us. Upcoming Family Art Days include Natural Style Inspired by Jodi Rose Gonzales on Sept. 20. Participants will design fashion-inspired collages using natural elements like leaves, twigs, stones and petals. The Family Art Day on Oct. 25 will be a MaskMaking Extravaganza to coincide with Fish Creek’s Jack O’Lantern Days. Families will start with a molded paper mask base, then bring it to life with color, texture and details. The Nov. 15 Family Art Day is Celebrating Home Inspired by Abigail Hedley. Drawing on Hedley’s felt sculptures that reflect childhood memories, families will create their own felt banners to illustrate a happy memory or

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1) FIBER SHOW AT TURTLE RIDGE Turtle Ridge Gallery is featuring fiber art by guest artist Kristin Gereau during a pop-up show on Friday and Saturday, Sept. 19-20, 10 am – 5 pm. Gereau’s colorful pieces start with black and white yarn, which is hand-dyed, then knitted using a loom. After knitting, the artist felts the wool by washing each piece in hot water to shrink it. She uses a variety of materials like wool, cotton and silk, exploring different opacities in her designs. Turtle Ridge Gallery is located at 11736 Mink River Road in Ellison Bay.

Local artist Cheryl Stidwell Parker celebrates fall with an annual open house and pop-up exhibit featuring new paintings. This year’s event will take place Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 4-5, 11 am – 4 pm at Chez Cheryl Art Space, 8360 High Plateau Road in Baileys Harbor. Apple cider will be served. Chez Cheryl Artspace is the home of the Door Prize for Portraiture exhibit every summer, and the workspace and gallery for Stidwell Parker’s work in gouache and water-based oils.

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A DAY AT DEL GUIDICE STUDIO Del Guidice Studio at Lily Bay Creek Homestead, located at 4400 Hwy 57 in Sturgeon Bay, is hosting Four Artists – One Day on Saturday, Sept. 27, 11 am – 4 pm, with a preview at 10 am. The pop-up show features new works from four local artists: Helen del Guidice, Alexis Arnold, Coleen Bins and Melissa Resch. Visitors can meet the artists, see new works, shop and enjoy the natural wooded grounds at Lily Bay Creek Homestead. Del Guidice Studio is a creative space and boutique gallery nestled in the woods along Lily Bay Creek. Owner Helen del Guidice’s eclectic work includes jewelry, embellished denim jackets, realist oil painting and photography. Describing herself as a self-controlled

grew up in Sturgeon Bay and presents small, transformative works inspired by vintage aesthetics. She is a successful photographer whose artistic practice also includes collage, encaustic and a new cyanotype collection. Coleen Bins is an enrolled member of the Oneida Nation, Turtle Clan, and the owner of Chief Oshkosh Native American Arts in Egg Harbor. Bins is a master silversmith whose creations include traditional beadwork and quillwork. Melissa Resch is an adventuresome abstract artist whose work is inspired by abstract expressionism and mid-century modern styles. Her work includes oil painting, works on paper, textile art and assemblage.

CRAFT NIGHT AT THE KRESS The Egg Harbor MakerSpace will host its free monthly craft night on Monday, Sept. 30, 5-7 pm at the Kress Pavilion, 7845 Church St. in Egg Harbor. This month’s projects include bottle slumping (changing the shape of a glass bottle through heat) and bottle cutting, with demonstrations at 5 pm and 6 pm.

3) NEW SERVICES FOR HEIRLOOM JEWELRY Reclaimed and Co. Jewelry, an artisan studio and boutique in downtown Sturgeon Bay, is introducing Heirloom Redesign Services, a new way to honor family treasures by transforming them into meaningful, wearable jewelry. The service offers two distinct tiers: the Renewal Service, ideal for simple updates such as restringing pearls, reorganizing charms or adjusting multi-strand jewelry for durability, and the Transformation Service, which completely reimagines heirloom pieces. Transformation projects may combine multiple items into one design and can incorporate additional vintage beads, pearls or chains from the studio’s collection. Each project begins with a personal consultation, included in the service price, where clients share the story behind their heirlooms and collaborate on design direction. “Jewelry is meant to be worn and loved every day,” owner and artist Love Wahlen said. “These services allow families to keep their history close while giving their heirlooms a fresh chapter.” Reclaimed and Co. Jewelry is located at 24 N. 3rd Ave. in Sturgeon Bay. For more information or to book a consultation, visit reclaimedcojewelry.com or email love.reclaimedco@gmail.com.

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hidden, including the grain elevator’s upper levels, inner workings and future public access to the headhouse. The model will be on display indefinitely and can be viewed during the Granary’s open hours, Wednesday through Sunday, 10 am – 3 pm. The exhibit was commissioned by the Sturgeon Bay Historical Society and designed by LA DALLMAN Architects. Design and fabrication were completed by a team of graduates and students from the Harvard Graduate School of Design and the Pratt Institute. LA DALLMAN will display a second granary telescoping model and a nearly full-scale granary grain storage bin at the Chicago Architecture Biennial, the United States’ largest architecture and design exhibition, which is on display from September through February 2026. The Door County Granary is located at 72 E. Locust Court in Sturgeon Bay.

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The Door County Historical Society invites the community to explore Eagle Bluff Lighthouse after dark during this year’s Twilight Tours. The lighthouse will open its doors on Saturday, Sept. 27 and Saturday, Oct. 4, 6-8 pm. Guests will step into the historic keeper’s residence at dusk, surrounded by the glow of lantern light. Musicians, storytellers and poets will perform throughout the evening, conveying the history and spirit of Door County’s maritime past. Tickets cost $10 for adults and $5 for youth ages 5-17. Children under 5 enter free. Proceeds support the preservation and restoration of Eagle Bluff Lighthouse. Advance ticket purchase is encouraged as space is limited. For tickets or more information, visit doorcountyhistoricalsociety.org or call 920.421.2332. Eagle Bluff Lighthouse is located at 10249 Shore Road in Fish Creek. A state park vehicle sticker is required for entry.

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DESIGNING WITH HISTORY The Granary with architect James Dallman The Door County Granary, built in 1901, carries a rich legacy – from its role in a bygone agricultural era to a near-demolition, and ultimately, a community-driven effort to save and repurpose it as a public gathering space. James Dallman, the lead architect behind the Granary’s ambitious restoration and transformation, was recently in town working on a new model (read about that on this page) that will be unveiled to the public on Sept. 20. He spoke with Debra Fitzgerald about the political and technical journey that brought the Granary back to life, the challenges of balancing historic preservation with modern functionality, and what it means to him to reimagine a building so deeply tied to the community’s identity and sense of place. Listen at DoorCountyPulse.com/podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts.

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ow do you build community? At The Clearing in Ellison Bay, it’s been built in many ways over the past 90 years (1935-present). One of the most visible ways is through our shared learning experiences offered nine months of the year. These bring together like-minded individuals who explore art-based techniques (glass, watercolor, paper, pastel and more), acquire hands-on skills (carving, forging, woodworking, woodturning and more), discuss literature, or dive into the natural world (geology, plants and landscapes, climate and more). The immersive Summer Program offers weeklong classes where students and instructors share time not only with their own class, but also with two to three other classes taking place that week. Community is built around shared meals in the Lodge’s dining room, where conversation flows freely, from life stories to class discoveries and everything in between. This tradition of meaningful conversation over shared meals is rooted in the vision of The Clearing founder, Jens Jensen (1860-1951). The campus remains private Monday through Friday to preserve the immersive, retreat-like atmosphere, culminating in a Friday evening “show and tell” where students proudly display their work and share their experiences. Each week, a new community is formed, one that often continues beyond the classroom, with students and instructors reconnecting year after year. The Workshop Program of one- and two-day classes may be less immersive, but the spirit of community still shines through. Shared experiences in these shorter sessions often deepen existing friendships and create new ones. Since 1976, our Winter Program has been dedicated to the local Door County community, helping neighbors stay active and social during the depths of Door County’s winters. All classes are taught by local volunteer instructors – neighbors teaching neighbors. Beyond the classroom, the heart of community-building beats during the January and February Friday night potlucks, where about 150 students and volunteer instructors gather for a meal and conversation. The annual Winter Program Student Exhibit in early March offers another chance to share class projects with the wider community. Volunteers are another essential part of The Clearing community. From bookstore hosts and weekend hike docents, to potluck organizers and Thursday morning maintenance crews, to our dedicated Board of Directors – volunteers bring The Clearing community to life. To honor their contributions, we recently held our Annual Gathering picnic on Sept. 6 under the big tent in Homestead Meadow. It was an

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opportunity to recognize volunteers who have gone above and beyond: • The highest honor, the Butternut Award for strength and tenacity, was awarded to Gene Kenny – board member, woodworking shop steward, instructor and committee chair, who embodies the spirit of volunteerism to The Clearing community. • The Hawthorn Award recognized Nance Tucker, Cindi DeBruine and Mike Schneider for their enduring and generous contributions to The Clearing.

the Wisconsin Master Naturalist volunteer training program, university groups that connect with our “school of the soil” learning philosophy, and the Peninsula Arts and Humanities Alliance, which helps coordinate arts and culture outreach across Door County (including this weekly Culture Club column published in the Peninsula Pulse). Building community is no small feat. It takes intention, effort and planning. It’s an essential part of what we do at The Clearing – and why people return year after year. We’re grateful to be part of this thriving arts and cultural community and look forward to nurturing it for many more years to come.

Culture Club is contributed by members of the Peninsula Arts and Humanities Alliance, a coalition of nonprofit organizations whose purpose is to enhance, promote and advocate the arts, humanities and natural sciences in Door County. The member organizations are: (Clockwise, from top left) Award winners Roger Kuhns, Birch Creek Music Performance Center; Mike Schneider, Nance Tucker, Cindi DeBruine and Björklunden; The Gene Kenny. SUBMITTED Clearing Folk School; • The White Cedar Award, Door Community Auditorium; celebrating long-time instructors Door Shakespeare; The Hardy for their devotion to teaching and Gallery; Midsummer’s Music; their students, was given to Roger Miller Art Museum; Northern Sky Kuhns, who has been teaching Theater; Peninsula Music Festival; across programs and subjects since Peninsula Players Theatre; 2003. Just as the white cedar tree Peninsula School of Art; Third represents the best of The Clearing’s Avenue PlayWorks; Trueblood natural landscape, those instructors Performing Arts Center; and Write who receive the White Cedar Award On, Door County. represent the best of The Clearing’s human and cultural landscape. While formal recognition is meaningful, sometimes the most powerful act is simply saying ‘thank you.’ The Clearing would not be what it is without these volunteers. I’d like to think The Clearing is a good community member in northern Door County, as well. Being a venue for the annual Exposure to Creativity day has been a wonderful experience in partnership with The Hardy Gallery and Friends of Gibraltar schools. High school students experience The Clearing’s facilities for a creative endeavor, with the fifth graders usually having a day to do a bit of hiking, writing and painting. The Clearing also supports local initiatives like the Ellison Bay Service Club, the Ellison Bay Arts group, Door County North and the Liberty Grove Historical Society. During the Summer Program, students have Thursday afternoon and evening free to support restaurants, theaters and shops. Our extended community includes partnerships with groups like

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ELLISON BAY Clay Bay Pottery 11650 Hwy 42 (920) 854-5027 Gills Rock Pottery 12020 Lakeview Road (920) 854-2774 K Wilder Fine Art 12495 Door Bluff Road kwilderart.com (773) 636-6289 Open by Appt. Lynn’s Pottery 12030 Garrett Bay Road (920) 421-4384 Rob Williams Studio/Gallery 753 Isle View Rd (920) 854-9823 Stillwoods Art Gallery 11930 Lakeview Road (920)421-0687 1 Turtle Ridge Gallery 11736 Mink River Road (920) 854-4839

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Avenue Art on 3rd 39 S. 3rd Ave. avenuearton3rd@gmail.com Blue Moon Framery & Gallery 185 Walnut St., in the Door County Economic Development Center by appt: bluemoonframery.com Brian Pier Gallery/ Forever Grateful 20 S. Madison (920) 818-0366 Community Foundation Gallery 222 N. 3rd Ave. (920) 746-1786 Doerr Woodworking 4371 Cty M (920) 743-5631 By appt. or chance Hope Church Gallery 141 S. 12th Ave. (920) 743-2701 Lily Bay Pottery 3450 N. Lake Michigan Dr. (920) 412-4872 M Anderson Gallery 44 S. 2nd Ave. (920) 765-1332 Margaret Lockwood Gallery 7 S. 2nd Ave. (920) 493-3635 Miller Art Museum 107 S. 4th Ave. (920) 746-0707 Mona Lucy Gallery 626 Jefferson St. (920) 495-0651 Plum Bottom Gallery (Sturgeon Bay) 231 N. 3rd Ave. (920) 393-7885 Popelka Trenchard Glass Studio 64 S. 2nd Ave. (920) 743-7287 Ranly Maritime Gallery 1009 Egg Harbor Road (920) 559-6194 3 Reclaimed & Co. Jewelry 24 N. 3rd Ave. reclaimedcojewelry.com Shan Bryan-Hanson Studio 242 Michigan St. shanbryan-hanson.com Studio 1865 22 E. Pine St. TAP Lobby Gallery 239 N. 3rd Ave. (920) 743-2206 Two Bridges Studio and Gallery 22 S. 3rd Ave. twobridgesdoorcounty.com

JACKSONPORT Idea Gallery 6551 Cty T (West Jacksonport) (920) 655-1340 Jacksonport Cottage Gallery & Gifts 6275 Hwy 57 (920) 823-2288 Martinez Studio 5877 Hwy 57 (920) 823-2154 JUDDVILLE Juddville Clay Studio Gallery 8496 Hwy 42 (920) 868-2021 Deanna Clayton Glass 8499 Hwy 42 Fish Creek, WI 54212 (920) 421-1604 SISTER BAY Earth Art Studio Country Walk Shops – Garden Level (920) 854-1912 Frykman Studio Gallery 2566 S. Bayshore Dr. (920) 854-7351 Hartmann Sign Studio and Art Gallery 10673 Sumac Lane (920) 854-5378 Meadows Art Gallery 10560 Applewood Road (920) 854-2317 Mill Road Gallery 2328 Mill Road (920) 854-4416

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Edgewood Orchard Galleries 4140 Peninsula Players Road (920) 868-3579 Emmett Johns Gallery 9100 Hwy 42 (920) 868-3880 Haven Studio In Settlement Shops, 9110 Hwy 42 (920) 207-0171

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Door County Community Foundation Lobby Gallery, 222 N. 3rd Ave. in Sturgeon Bay Through fall

Semi-abstract, lowcontrast paintings in oil and cold wax by Pat Huss.

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Robert Ray Gallery, 520 Parkway St. in Algoma Through Oct. 5

Kress Pavilion, 7845 Church St. in Egg Harbor Through Sept. 28

Exhibiting solo, this Green Bay artist and educator works in a variety of mediums, including textiles, painting, mosaic and bronze sculptures.

Together, a fabric installation by local artist Skye and an egg display by student artists form an intergenerational conversation between past and future.

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Artzy Studio 10329 N. Water Street (608) 438-7633 Blue Dolphin House and BDH Studio 10320 N. Water St. (920) 854-4413 Ephraim Clayworks 9922 Water Street (920) 854-4110 Fine Line Designs Gallery and Sculpture Garden 10376 Hwy 42 (920) 854-4343 George Burr Gallery 10325 Hwy 42 (920) 854-7877 The Hardy Gallery Anderson Dock (920) 854-5535 UU Gallery 10341 Water St. (920) 854-7559 Zabler Design Jewelers 9906 Water St. (920) 854-4801

Gallery of Gold 4091 Main St. (920) 868-9020 Open by Appt. Interfibers Studio Gallery 9204 Silk Road (920) 868-3580 Link Gallery 3942 Hwy 42 (920) 868-2728 Peninsula School of Art and Guenzel Gallery 3906 Cty F (920) 868-3455 Plum Bottom (Fish Creek) 4175 Main St. (920) 393-7885 Quarry House Gallery 8896 Spring Rd. (414) 322-0617 TR Pottery LLC 8126 Kita Rd (920) 421-0233

Ladybug Glass Studio and Gallery, 219 Steele St. in Algoma Through Sept. 30

KICKIN’ UP THE CHROMA Hardy Gallery, 3083 Anderson Lane in Ephraim Through Oct. 12 Three prominent Door County artists – Lynn Gilchrist, Liz Maltman and Reneé Schwaller – display vibrant works.

Den Norske Grande Galleries 1170 Main Road (920) 847-2030 Sievers School of Fiber Arts 986 Jackson Harbor Road (920) 847-2264

Sturgeon Bay artist Erin K. Nolan works in meditative, process-oriented mediums, such as etching, woodblock and oils.

THE SEARCHING EYE Peninsula School of Art, 3900 Cty F in Fish Creek Through Feb. 28 A selection of artists connected to the school in various ways, who embody founder Madeline Tourtelot’s sense of exploration.

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Kickin’ Up the Chroma continued from page 1 of red dots, indicating a piece has sold. “Chroma is defined as the purity or intensity of color, and the work of these three artists notably ‘kicks it up,’” wrote Hardy Gallery Executive Director Adam Fulwiler in his introduction to the handsome catalog for the show. “All three artists draw inspiration from nature and enhance the chroma beyond what we typically perceive.” Door County landscape art wasn’t always this way. Maltman recalled working as the gallery girl in 1970 when the Hardy carried work by such luminary watercolor artists as Gerhard Miller, Jack Anderson, Charles Peterson and Austin Fraser.

outside the gallery entry. Some college students were picketing the Hardy, saying the watercolors weren’t innovative. So Maltman looked some more and decided, “they all kind of looked the same. They’re all the green that you look at, or the water you look at.” She was majoring in art history and psychology, and started to think of other ways to do it. Fulwiler wrote that Maltman’s work is primarily created ‘alla prima,’ with the painting completed in one session. “In contrast, Gilchrist’s approach involves meticulous consideration for each element, often resulting in paintings developed over several sessions, whether en plein air or in her studio,” he wrote. Or, as Maltman put it, “I work fast, as opposed to Lynn, who works not fast.” Despite these technique differences, Maltman and Gilchrist have painted together for years. “Liz and I would paint the same scene, Inside the Hardy Gallery exhibit Kickin’ Up the and our paintings were Chroma. TOM GROENFELDT so different,” Gilchrist said. Gilchrist said she “At the time, I thought these were paints what is in front of her, while great paintings. The painters were Maltman often paints what is behind so good,” she said. her. Then one afternoon, Maltman “I paint in 360 degrees,” Maltman was disturbed by a commotion said. “I will kind of turn around and

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see something and add it to the painting.” Schwaller, meanwhile, works mostly in ceramics, making lots for this show. “I always think of myself as a potter, someone who makes functional pots on the wheel,” she said. “But over the years, you get a little bored of doing the same thing. I’m always branching out, trying new things. Although I love the functionality, I have been delving into sculpture and a lot of handbuilding.” Knowing that her work could get lost amid large paintings at the Hardy show, Schwaller used some molds to create bigger pieces that could be displayed on walls. She has been aided by new clays or additives that allow her to create bright colors in the clay. Maltman incorporates some of Schwaller’s work into her own, like in the painting “Red Flowers in Reneé’s Bowl.” She also borrows Schwaller’s way of depicting florals on occasion. “I looked at how she painted her flowers on pottery and did them on canvas,” Maltman said. Kickin’ Up the Chroma is on display at the Hardy Gallery, 3083 Anderson Lane in Ephraim, through Oct. 12.

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HAL PRIZE WINNER LAUNCHES BOOK Wisconsin author Rebecca Zornow, a Lawrence University graduate and winner of the former Hal Prize writing contest, will launch her newest book this fall, Landsome Roads. The first in a trilogy of novellas, Landsome Roads follows a reader transported into the world of her favorite book series. The book will be released on Tuesday, Sept. 30, with a regional book tour starting in Appleton on Oct. 4. The tour will come to Door County on Oct. 11, 10 am – 12 pm at Novel Bay Booksellers, 44 N. 3rd Ave. in Sturgeon Bay.

by BARBARA LARSEN More than 100 children’s books will keep Florence Parry Heide’s legacy alive as well as kid’s memories of her haunted house every Halloween. Well-loved by grownups and youngsters alike, Florence herself said it best: So here’s to all of you: in my past, in my present (it’s all one anyway); you here-and-now ones, you then-and well-loved and dearly remembered ones, to you alive and you gone; to you real and make-believe ones, the ones in my life and the ones in my books; you have made my life a whole and rich and lucky and happy one. Thank you, God bless you all. I’ll see you in my dreams.

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Kinetic T JULIEN KOZAK The Cherry Hut, 8813 Hwy 42, Fish Creek. 920.868.4450. 3-6pm. Folk-pop singer-songwriter. HUNTER GATHERER Peach Barn Brewing, 2450 S. Bay Shore Dr., Sister Bay. 920.944.2393. 3-6pm. Americana, classic rock & alternative country. SPIKE & APRIL Lake Fire Winery, 8054 Hwy 57, Baileys Harbor. 920.839.9992. 4pm. Jazz & originals. WILD HORSES Nightingale Supper Club, 1541 Egg Harbor Road, Sturgeon Bay. 920.743.5593. 4:30-7:30pm. Acoustic duo covering Fleetwood Mac, The Beatles, The Rolling Stones & more. TYLER SJ Sway Brewing & Blending, 2434 County Road F, Baileys Harbor. 5-7pm. Singer-songwriter with a penchant for slow, acoustic tunes. THE MAD HATCHERS Door County Brewing Co. and Music Hall, 8099 Hwy 57, Baileys Harbor. 920.839.1515. 5-8pm. Upbeat music from The

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THEATER “THE BACHELORS” Northern Sky Creative Center & Gould Theater, 9058 County Rd A, Fish Creek. 920.854.6117.

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4pm. When two bumbling bachelors order a pizza, they don’t expect their delivery girl to be the reincarnation of a woman they wronged in a previous lifetime. “STEEL MAGNOLIAS” Peninsula Players, 4351 Peninsula Players Rd, Fish Creek. 920.868.3287. 7pm. Six women congregate at a beauty shop & support each other through triumphs & tragedies. “AN AUDITION FOR A MURDER” Rogue Theater at DC Arts Center, 917 N. 14th Ave., Sturgeon Bay. 920.818.0816. 7:30pm. A theater group is holding auditions for a murdermystery show when one of the actors mysteriously dies. $20/person at roguetheater. org, $22/at the door.

PERFORMANCE ERIC LEWIS & THE GRIFFON STRING QUARTET Woodwalk Gallery, 6746 Cty Rd G, Egg Harbor. 920.854.7088. 7-9pm. A Memphis-based multi-instrumentalist collaborates with Midsummer Music’s resident ensemble.

returns to the peninsula Sept. 22-27 with another lineup of workshops, panel discussions and performances at multiple venues in and around Baileys Harbor. The festival brings together performing artists of various media

who take residence at Björklunden, 7590 Boynton Lane in Baileys Harbor. Events, including concerts, play readings, radio dramas and a oneman magic show, take place at Björklunden and various nearby venues.

Keeping it Kinetic continued on page 5 GALLERIES TEXTILES SHOW Turtle Ridge Gallery, 11736 Mink River Rd, Ellison Bay. 920.854.4839. 10am-5pm. Featuring Wisconsin textile artist Kristin Gereau.

FOOD & DRINK WET WHISTLE WINE FEST American Legion Park, 617 2nd St., Algoma. 920.487.5208. 5-9pm. Try award-winning wines & enjoy live rock music. Free admission. Costumes encouraged. Under 21 must be accompanied by an adult.

INDOOR TALK LIKE A PIRATE DAY Sturgeon Bay Library, 107 S 4th Ave, Sturgeon Bay. 920.743.6578. 10am-12pm & 1-4:30pm. Make origami parrots, get an eye patch & do some pirate-themed crafts in the Children’s Room. EVENTS AT THE ADRC Aging & Disability Resource Center of Door County, 916 N. 14th Ave., Sturgeon Bay. 920.746.2372. 9am. Cardio drumming

(independent); poker. 10am. DVD Fitness; bingo. 11am. Zumba Gold. 11:30am. Guitar music. KRESS KIDS CLUB Donald and Carol Kress Pavilion, 7845 Church St., Egg Harbor. 920.868.3334. 9am. Coordinated play hour with crafts & snacks for parents & kids under 5. PRESCHOOL STORYTIME Forestville Library, 123 Hwy 42, Forestville. 920.856.6886. 9:30am. Participants learn a number & letter each work through reading, singing & dancing. STORYTIME WITH DIXIE Egg Harbor Library, 7845 Church St, Egg Harbor. 920.868.2664. 10-11am. New theme each month. ALEXANDER NOBLE HOUSE TOURS Alexander Noble House Museum, 4167 Hwy 42, Fish Creek. 920.868.2091. 10am-3pm. By the Gibraltar Historical Association. MAGIC COMMANDER NIGHT The Gnoshery, 23 N. 3rd Ave., Sturgeon Bay. 920.818.0727. continued on page 3

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HITCHCOCK AT THE GRANARY Bayside Radio Theatre will present a live radio performance of Alfred Hitchcock’s Strangers on a Train on Friday, Oct. 10, 7 pm at the Door County Granary, 72 E. Locust Court in Sturgeon Bay. Doors open at 6:15 pm. Light refreshments will be served. Tickets cost $20 and can be purchased online at tinyurl.com/ yptvc47e or at the door. Don’t Squeeze the Charmin – This Show is Rated P&G will be performed at the Southern Door Auditorium. SUBMITTED

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3-9pm. Play Magic the Gathering in Commander format. MINECRAFT MINIATURES Algoma Public Library, 406 Fremont St, Algoma. 920.487.2295. 3-4:30pm. For ages 10-18. KARAOKE Salute Wine & Beer Lounge, 7778 Hwy 42, Egg Harbor. 920.868.3247.

ART/SPEAKS Juddville Contemporary Clay Studio and Gallery, 8496 Highway 42, Fish Creek. 920.868.2021. 11am-12pm. A creative lab to encourage writing in response to visual art. Write On, Door County program led by Door County Poets Laureate Carrie & Peter Sherrill.

WASHINGTON ISLAND LITERARY FESTIVAL Trueblood Performing Arts Center, 870 Main Rd, Washington Island. 920.868.1457. Workshops & panels about poetry, nonfiction & fiction. For registration & details, visit writeondoorcounty.org.

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FUN AT THE RIDGES Ridges Sanctuary – Cook-Albert Fuller Center, 8166 Hwy 57, Baileys Harbor. 920.839.2802. 10-11:30am. Guided Hike. $10/public, $7/members, free/16 & younger. Register at ridgessanctuary.org. 1:30-3:30pm. Naturalist & Peninsula Pulse columnist Charlotte Lukes leads a fungi ID hike. $25/public, $20/members. 7-8:30pm. Guided hike with red flashlights provided. $15/public, $12/member, $7/16 & younger. Register at ridgessanctuary.org. QIGONG IN THE PARK Cherry Blossom Park, 919 S Lansing Ave, Sturgeon Bay. 8am. Build your energetic life force through movement and breath. HORSESHOE BAY FARM TOUR Horseshoe Bay Farms, 7212 Horseshoe Bay Road, Egg Harbor. 11am. During the 1.5-hour tour, see the property, historic barns, gardens and the Stickwork art installation. $10/person. Register at horseshoebayfarms.org. DISCOVER ANDERSON POND Ephraim Nature Preserve at Anderson Pond, 10118 Moravia Street, Ephraim. 920.746.1359. 1-3pm. Guided Door County Land Trust hike.

HIM & HER Smashed on the Rocks, 70 Church St., Algoma. 920.487.8202. 11am. Down-to-earth duo playing ’90s alternative, modern country & everything in between. GEORGE SAWYN MacReady Artisan Bread Company, 7828 Hwy 42, Egg Harbor. 920.868.2233. 11:30am-1:30pm. New age instrumental. THE BROTHERS GUNN Anchored Roots Vineyard & Winery, 4873 Willow Road, Egg Harbor. 1-4pm. Singer-songwriter duo. ARILYA Lautenbach’s Winery & Market, 9197 Hwy 42, Fish Creek. 920.868.3479. 1-5pm. Heavy pop. BOB BERO Harbor Ridge Winery, 4690 Rainbow Ridge Rd, Egg Harbor. 920.868.4321. 1-4pm. ’60s and ’70s covers on 6 & 12 strings. GOOD FOR THE SOUL Door 44 Winery, 5464 County Hwy P, Sevastopol. 2-5pm. Acoustic duo. THE CHERRY TONES The Cherry Hut, 8813 Hwy 42, Fish Creek. 920.868.4450. 3-6pm. Vintage rock ‘n’ roll. AUSTIN SKALECKI Door County Brewing Co. and Music Hall, 8099 Hwy 57, Baileys Harbor. 920.839.1515. 3-7pm. Blues, rock & folk. THE STANGS Peach Barn Brewing, 2450 S. Bay Shore Dr., Sister Bay. 920.944.2393. 3-6pm. Acoustic trio. TAKE TWO Lodge at Leathem Smith, 1640 Memorial Drive, Sturgeon Bay. 920.743.5555. 5-8pm. Rock ‘n’ roll, plus favorites from other genres. DAN MARKS Elmo’s Wood-Fired Pizza, 143 N. 4th Ave., Sturgeon

SAT 9/20 FESTIVALS HARVEST FEST Throughout Sturgeon Bay. 920.743.4456. A classic car show, craft show, food booths, in-store specials, a stein holding contest, fundraisers & more.

Bay. 920.818.0408. 5:30-7:30pm. The music of John Prine & Bob Dylan. JULIEN KOZAK Twelve Eleven Wine Bar, 10339 Hwy 57, Sister Bay. 920.421.9463. 6-8pm. Folk-pop singer-songwriter. ANDREW SCHWARK Carrington, 7643 Hillside Rd, Egg Harbor. 920.868.3205. 6pm. From classic country to folk, Alan Jackson to Willie Nelson. BOOMBOXX Stabbur Beer Garden, 10698 N Bay Shore Dr, Sister Bay. 920.854.2626. 7-10pm. Variety rock. “FANTASTIC: A TRIBUTE TO ELTON JOHN” Southern Door Auditorium, 2073 Cty DK, Brussels. 920.676.1920. 7pm. Featuring vocalist/pianist Even Stephens, voted #1 Elton John impersonator in the world. CAMPFIRE MUSIC Drömhus Door County, 611 Jefferson St., Sturgeon Bay. 608.333.4553. 7-9pm. With Mark Raddatz and Friends. DJ NIGHT CUT, 4135 Main St., Fish Creek. 920.333.8813. 9-11pm. Late-night DJ tunes. KARAOKE Island Fever Rum Bar & Grill, 6301 Hwy 57, Jacksonport. 920.823.2700. 9:30pm.

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Saturday continued from page 3 Creek. 920.868.3287. 7pm. Six women congregate at a beauty shop & support each other through triumphs & tragedies. “AN AUDITION FOR A MURDER” Rogue Theater at DC Arts Center, 917 N. 14th Ave., Sturgeon Bay. 920.818.0816. 7:30pm. A theater group is holding auditions for a murdermystery show when one of the actors mysteriously dies. $20/person at roguetheater. org, $22/at the door.

PERFORMANCE LAWRENCE UNIVERSITY JAZZ TRIO Birch Creek Music Performance Center, 3821 Cty E, Egg Harbor. 920.868.3763. 7-8:30pm. Ticketed performance by a jazz ensemble known for its masterful interplay & improvisation. ERIC LEWIS & THE GRIFFON STRING QUARTET MUSE Sturgeon Bay, 330 Jefferson Street, Sturgeon Bay. 920.854.7088. 7-9pm. A Memphis multiinstrumentalist collaborates with Midsummer Music’s resident ensemble.

GALLERIES FAMILY ART DAY Peninsula School of Art, 3900 Cty F, Fish Creek. 920.868.3455. 9am-12pm. Make nature art inspired by the work of local artist Jodi Rose Gonzales. Free for families with kids ages 3-12. POP-UP SHOP Finn & Lucca Farm, 2940 Maple Grove Road, East Fish Creek. 10am-5pm. A pop-up boutique featuring one-ofa-kind clothing, accessories & home goods. TEXTILES SHOW Turtle Ridge Gallery, 11736 Mink River Rd, Ellison Bay. 920.854.4839. 10am-5pm. Featuring Wisconsin textile artist Kristin Gereau.

FOOD & DRINK WET WHISTLE WINE FEST American Legion Park, 617 2nd St., Algoma. 920.487.5208. 10am-6pm. Try awardwinning wines, enjoy live

music & stomp some grapes. $10/person. Costumes encouraged. Under 21 must be accompanied by an adult.

INDOOR KARAOKE Casey’s BBQ & Smokehouse, 7855 Hwy 42, Egg Harbor. 920.868.3038. 9pm-midnight. FUN AT THE GNOSHERY The Gnoshery, 23 N. 3rd Ave., Sturgeon Bay. 920.818.0727. 9-11am. Pokemon club. 3-7pm. Magic the Gathering draft. CITIZEN SCIENCE SYMPOSIUM Baileys Harbor Town Hall, 2392 Cty F, Baileys Harbor. 920.839.2802. Gather to to celebrate a successful field season with am mix of social time, amusing anecdotes, reports from The Ridges Sanctuary, Crossroads at Big Creek, Climate Change Coalition of Door County and Door County Land Trust. Light breakfast provided. Free. Space is limited. Reservations made with Tony@ridgessanctuary.org. TAILGATE PARTY Corpus Christi Church, 811 W. Juniper St., Sturgeon Bay. 920.743.4716. 5:30am-7pm. Food, beer, fellowship, a silent auction & a raffle before the Sunday Packers game. Proceeds fund parish improvements. DOCENT DAY Liberty Grove Historical Society Museum Site, 11871 Hwy 42, Ellison Bay. 920.839.5022. 10am-2pm. Guides are on hand at the museum to chat with guests. SIT ‘N’ STITCH Algoma Public Library, 406 Fremont St, Algoma. 920.487.2295. 10am-2pm. For adults. ALEXANDER NOBLE HOUSE TOURS Alexander Noble House Museum, 4167 Hwy 42, Fish Creek. 920.868.2091. 10am-3pm. By the Gibraltar Historical Association. SWAP NOT SHOP Door County YMCA – Sturgeon Bay Program Center, 1900 Michigan St, Sturgeon Bay. 920.743.4949. 10am-1pm. Moms Clean Air Force Wisconsin community clothing swap. Bring gently used baby, youth & adult

PENINSULA PULSE clothing to swap for free. Anything not taken will be donated to Sunshine Resale Shop. Sign up at mobilize. us/momscleanairforce/ event/831099/. EXHIBIT OPENING Door County Granary, 72 E. Locust Court, Sturgeon Bay. 920.241.6819. 10am. See a new, 9-foottall model of the granary & enjoy refreshments. STURGEON BAY REPAIR CAFE Hope United Church of Christ, 141 S 12th Ave, Sturgeon Bay. 920.743.2701. 12-4pm. Volunteer repair coaches fix things made of wood, small electrical household items, jewelry, clothing, leather goods & bicycles. Knife sharpening & gardening advice also available. ECKANKAR SPIRITUAL DISCUSSION Sturgeon Bay Library, 107 S 4th Ave, Sturgeon Bay. 920.559.2398. 1-2:30pm. Discuss learning about love from the animals in your life. OPEN DOOR BIRD SANCTUARY Thirsty Cow Taphouse, 7899 Co Rd A, Baileys Harbor. 920.839.9991. 2-5pm. Food & fun to support the Jacksonport sanctuary. NIGHT SKY VIEWING Crossroads at Big Creek – Astronomy Campus, 2200 Utah Street, Sturgeon Bay. 7-9pm. With the Door Peninsula Astronomical Society. BARN DANCE Donald and Carol Kress Pavilion, 7845 Church St., Egg Harbor. 920.868.3334 ext. 3. 7-9pm. A caller leads participants through circle & long-line dances. All ages welcome. Kids should be at least 8 & able to follow instructions independently. No partner or experience required.

LITERATURE WASHINGTON ISLAND LITERARY FESTIVAL Trueblood Performing Arts Center, 870 Main Rd, Washington Island. 920.868.1457. Workshops & panels about poetry, nonfiction & fiction. For registration & details, visit writeondoorcounty.org.

AUTHOR EVENT Novel Bay Booksellers, 44 N 3rd Ave, Sturgeon Bay. 715.207.1484. 9-11am. Linda Kramer, author of children’s book “Nibble Nosers Can’t Drive.” 11am-1pm. Patrick Baird, author of “Darkness At Death’s Door” & “Van Hoke’s Caper.” 1-3pm. Glenn Schmidt, author of “Travel Lessons: Your Personal Guide to Better Travel.” BOOK SALE Sturgeon Bay Library, 107 S 4th Ave, Sturgeon Bay. 920.743.6578. 9:30am-12pm. Shop from thousands of books, audiobooks & movies.

OUTDOOR EVENTS AT THE RIDGES Ridges Sanctuary – Cook-Albert Fuller Center, 8166 Hwy 57, Baileys Harbor. 920.839.2802. 9am-12pm. Fall Volunteer Workday. Activities include garden maintenance, storage organization & general cleanup. All ages welcome. Ends with lunch. 10-11:30am. Guided Hike. Explore The Ridges with a naturalist. $10/public, $7/ members, free/16 & younger. Register at ridgessanctuary.org. HEY HEY 5K Door County Brewing Co. and Music Hall, 8099 Hwy 57, Baileys Harbor. 920.839.1515. Starts and ends at the Door County Brewing Co. All runners get a t-shirt, pint glass and your first beer or root beer free in the taproom. To register, visit heyhey5k.com. STURGEON BAY FARMERS MARKET Downtown Sturgeon Bay. 920.743.6246. 8am-12pm. YOGA IN THE PARK Peninsula State Park, 9462 Shore Rd, Fish Creek. 920.868.3258. 8am. Kind Soul Yoga session in the Nicolet Bay Beach area. $10/cash, $12/credit card, $3/ mat rental. State park vehicle sticker required for entry. WASHINGTON ISLAND FARMERS MARKET K.K. Fiske & The Granary Saloon, 1177 Main Rd, Washington Island. 920.847.2121. 9am-12pm. On Main Road, south of KK’s. Look for signs & tents.

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I dream about corn dogs. Successfully hotwiring your go-kart does not make me a bad person!

I would just lick buttons at museums. Feel free to have my cheese debris.

Pet Peeves Shout-outs, pet peeves, thought-provoking questions and whatever else you were thinking about in the shower this morning.

Hold music. Seedless grapes with seeds. Pistachios that are sealed all the way around in their shells. OPEN AIRE MARKET Corner of the Past & Old Anderson House Museum, 10310 Fieldcrest Rd, Sister Bay. 920.854.7680. 9am-1pm. DOCENT-LED HISTORICAL TOUR Fish Creek Old Town Hall, 4176 Maple St, Fish Creek. 920.868.2091. 9am. Take a free, docent-led walk through the old downtown and hear stories of the buildings and Fish Creek’s beginnings. THE POWER OF SOIL Oak Road Nature Preserve – Door County Land Trust, 6391 Oak Road, Egg Harbor. 920.746.1359. 9-11am. Guided Door County Land Trust hike. THE TRAVELING SHARPENER Top of the Hill Shops, Hwy 42 & Cty F, Fish Creek. 9am-1pm. Blade & sharpening repair for knives, scissors, shears, blenders, axes & more. In the parking lot.

HORSESHOE BAY FARM TOUR Horseshoe Bay Farms, 7212 Horseshoe Bay Road, Egg Harbor. 11am. During the 1.5-hour tour, see the property, historic barns, gardens and the Stickwork art installation. $10/person. Register at horseshoebayfarms.org. DOCENT-LED HIKE The Clearing, 12171 Garrett Bay Rd, Ellison Bay. 920.854.4088. 1-3pm. Meet in front of the Jens Jensen Visitor Center. SCIENCE SATURDAY Crossroads at Big Creek, 2041 Michigan St, Sturgeon Bay. 920.746.5895. 2-4pm. Explore the hand tools used in processing apples. Family program. Meet at the tool museum, across the trail from the Collins Learning Center.

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))theater+performance Keeping it Kinetic continued from page 1 Each evening event is preceded by a cocktail of the night. Headlining this year’s festival is the Tony Award-winning Deaf West Theatre, which will develop and perform a new play, Lulu. Written by Emmy Awardwinning playwright Rick Cleveland, the play follows a murder whose only witness is a gorilla that communicates using American Sign Language. Also on the bill are Okorie “OkCello” Johnson, a nationally recognized

cellist-composer, looper, improviser and storyteller; humorist/magician David Kovac, who will be premiering a new one-man show; the Chicago-based Lucky Plush dance-theater company; tap-dancing sensation Jumaane Taylor, returning from last year; and many other performers. Passes will be available at the door and at doorkinetic.com. Festival passes are $75 and day passes are $25. For more information, visit doorkinetic.com.

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DKAF’s Rick Cleveland On Writing for Screen and Stage Rick Cleveland won an Emmy for his writing on “The West Wing” and has also written for “Six Feet Under” and several other television shows. This week, he’ll be at the Door Kinetic Arts Festival, where he’ll stage a reading of his new play for Deaf West Theater and participate in a roundtable about writing for the screen. He joined Myles Dannhausen Jr. on the Door County Pulse Podcast to talk about working in a writer’s room, the future of television writing, the personal story behind the episode of the “West Wing” that won him an Emmy Award, and his new play, Lulu, about a Gorilla who is the only witness to a murder and must communicate through sign language.

Monday, Sept. 22 7 pm. OkCello performance at Door Community Auditorium, 3926 Hwy 42 in Fish Creek. 7 pm. Welcome toast with DKAF Founder Eric Simonson. 7:15 pm. Performance of Bent Compass, a play by Neil Brookshire. 8:30 pm. Short film dance block.

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Tuesday, Sept. 23 4 pm. Panel discussion with Eric Simonson and Emmy-winners Rick Cleveland and Chris Nee at Write On, Door County, 4210 Juddville Road in Juddville. 7 pm. Filmmakers panel discussion. 8 pm. Short film narrative block. Wednesday, Sept. 24 4 pm. Cocktail workshop with expert mixologist Robert Simonson. 7 pm. Koffeehouse: A Door County Hootenanny! performance featuring Doc Heide, Jeanne Kuhns, Karen Mal and other musicians. Thursday, Sept. 25 4 pm. Magic with humorist/magician David Kovac at the Cupola Cafe, 7836 Hwy 42 in Egg Harbor. 7 pm. OkCello performs new works. 8 pm. Dance company Lucky Plush Productions performs Facing! Friday, Sept. 26 1 pm. Impertinent Girls, a new work by Aretha Sills, premieres at the Kress Pavilion, 7845 Church St. in Egg Harbor. 4 pm. David Kovac performs Fooling Buddha. 7 pm. Untitled Tap and Classical Collaboration, a new work by Jumaane

Taylor and Michelle McQuade-Dewhirst, is performed at Maxwelton Braes, 7680 Hwy 57 in Baileys Harbor. Performance is followed by a premiere of Lulu, a new play by Rick Cleveland featuring Deaf West Theatre. Saturday, Sept. 27 2:30 pm. Radio plays featuring Lawrence University Theater. 4 pm. Radio play panel discussion with Tim Troy and Norman Gilliland of Wisconsin Public Radio. 5:30 pm. Radio plays featuring Lawrence University Theater.

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SUN 9/21 LIVE MUSIC CONSCIOUS PILOT Smashed on the Rocks, 70 Church St., Algoma. 920.487.8202. 11:30am. Rock fusion. JEANNE KUHNS MacReady Artisan Bread Company, 7828 Hwy 42, Egg Harbor. 920.868.2233. 11:30am-1:30pm. Local folk singer-songwriter plays outside in the gazebo. JULIEN KOZAK Harbor Ridge Winery, 4690 Rainbow Ridge Rd, Egg Harbor. 920.868.4321. 1-4pm. Folk-pop singer-songwriter. PAT MCCURDY The Cherry Hut, 8813 Hwy 42, Fish Creek. 920.868.4450. 3-6pm. Off-beat singer-songwriter. DAVE & TAD Peach Barn Brewing, 2450 S. Bay Shore Dr., Sister Bay. 920.944.2393. 3-6pm. Music duo. COOL BAY JAZZ Drömhus Door County, 611 Jefferson St., Sturgeon Bay. 608.333.4553. 5-7pm. World-class professional musicians. RICK WOOD & FRIENDS Jacksonport Town Hall Bakery, 6225 Hwy 57, Jacksonport. 920.823.2116. 6:30pm. Hybrid entertainment including comedy & music. $20-35/ person. Tickets available at townhallbakery.com. OPEN MIC Stabbur Beer Garden, 10698 N Bay Shore Dr, Sister Bay. 920.854.2626. 7-10pm. Perform music or listen to others.

THEATER BRAT FRY & SHOW Rogue Theater at DC Arts Center, 917 N. 14th Ave., Sturgeon Bay. 920.818.0816. 11am-2pm. Brats, chips & soda sold. Proceeds benefit Rogue Theater. 2pm. “An Audition for a Murder.” A theater group is holding auditions for a murdermystery show when one of the actors mysteriously dies. $20/person at roguetheater. org, $22/at the door. “STEEL MAGNOLIAS” Peninsula Players, 4351 Peninsula Players Rd, Fish Creek. 920.868.3287. 7pm. Six women congregate at a beauty shop & support each other through triumphs & tragedies.

PERFORMANCE INTERNATIONAL DAY OF PEACE CONCERT Church of Christ the King, 512 Michigan St, Sturgeon Bay. 920.743.3286. 1pm. Featuring Donna Ruzicka, Tim Fox, Fia Hill & Liisa Murray. Donations benefit the Lakeshore CAP Food Pantry. ERIC LEWIS & THE GRIFFON STRING QUARTET Trueblood Performing Arts Center, 870 Main Rd, Washington Island. 920.854.7088. 3-4pm. A Memphis-based musician collaborates with Midsummer Music’s resident ensemble.

FOOD & DRINK BOOYAH TO GO Belgian Heritage Center, 1255 Cty Rd DK, Brussels. 920.825.1328. 10:30am-3pm or while supplies last. $10/quart. Preorders encouraged; contact 920.825.7319 or contact@ belgianheritagecenter.org. BLIND TASTING Twelve Eleven Wine Bar, 10339 Hwy 57, Sister Bay. 920.421.9463. 4-6pm. Try 8 varietals. Prizes for the most correct. $45/person.

INDOOR TAILGATE PARTY Corpus Christi Church, 811 W. Juniper St., Sturgeon Bay. 920.743.4716. 8am-3pm. Enjoy food, beer, fellowship, a silent auction & a raffle, then watch the Packers game at noon. Carry-out food available. Proceeds fund parish improvements. BOUNTY & BUTTON-MAKING Peach Barn Brewing, 2450 S. Bay Shore Dr., Sister Bay. 920.944.2393. 12-3pm. Share your “bounty” (flowers, produce, baked goods, etc.) with others & make activist buttons. Family-friendly Northern Door Activisim event with the Packers game on. OPEN KNIT & CROCHET The Naked Sheep, 31 S. Madison Ave., Sturgeon Bay. 920.818.1166. 12-3pm. Open knitting & crochet. LATIN DANCE NIGHT Salute Wine & Beer Lounge, 7778 Hwy 42, Egg Harbor. 920.868.3247. 8-11pm. Latin music & dance classes, plus $3 tacos.

LITERATURE THE READER’S CAFÉ Write On, Door County, 4210 Juddville Rd, Juddville. 920.868.1457. 12-2pm. A low-pressure book club where members discuss books related to the month’s theme – one they read recently or years ago.

OUTDOOR BAILEYS HARBOR FARMERS MARKET Baileys Harbor Town Hall, 2392 Cty F, Baileys Harbor. 920.839.2366. 9am-1pm. COMMUNITY YOGA School House Park, Corner of Howard & Guy Street, Baileys Harbor. 920.839.2366. 9-10am. Free yoga session for all skill levels. In case of inclement weather, class will move indoors to the Augusta Club. ALGOMA FARMERS MARKET Algoma Elementary School, 514 Fremont St, Algoma. 920.487.7001. 10am-2pm. QIGONG IN THE PARK Cherry Blossom Park, 919 S Lansing Ave, Sturgeon Bay. 11am. Build your energetic life force through movement and breath. HORSESHOE BAY FARM TOUR Horseshoe Bay Farms, 7212 Horseshoe Bay Road, Egg Harbor. 11am. During the 1.5-hour tour, see the property, historic barns, gardens and the Stickwork art installation. $10/person. Register at horseshoebayfarms.org. DOCENT-LED HIKE The Clearing, 12171 Garrett Bay Rd, Ellison Bay. 920.854.4088. 1-3pm. Meet in front of the Jens Jensen Visitor Center.

AUTUMN SOLSTICE CELEBRATION Newport State Park, 475 Cty Hwy NP, Ellison Bay. 920.854.2500. 2:30-4pm. A short talk on the meaning of the solstice, followed by interactive sharing, group voice activation, sound healing & a walk. Meets at Lot 3, or the nearby shelter in case of rain. State park vehicle sticker required for entry.

MON 9/22 LIVE MUSIC GEORGE SAWYN MacReady Artisan Bread Company, 7828 Hwy 42, Egg Harbor. 920.868.2233. 11:30am-1:30pm. New age instrumental music. UKULELE SOCIETY OF DOOR COUNTY JAM Door County YMCA – Steve & Jackie Kane Program Center, 3866 Gibraltar Road, Fish Creek. 920.868.3660. 1-2:45pm. Open to all players & skill levels. Email dcukesociety@ gmail.com for more info. JULIEN KOZAK Peach Barn Brewing, 2450 S. Bay Shore Dr., Sister Bay. 920.944.2393. 3-6pm. Folk-pop singer-songwriter. CHERYL MURPHY White Gull Inn, 4225 Main St, Fish Creek. 920.868.3517. 5-8pm. Harp music during dinner. For diners only. PAUL TAYLOR Osteria Tre Tassi, 11976 Mink River Road, Ellison Bay. 920.309.8390. 6:30-9:30pm. Solo jazz guitar during dinner.

THEATER “THE BACHELORS” Northern Sky Creative Center & Gould Theater, 9058 County Rd A, Fish Creek. 920.854.6117. 2pm. When two bumbling bachelors order a pizza, they don’t expect their delivery girl to be the reincarnation of a woman they wronged in a previous lifetime.

PERFORMANCE PASSPORT PROGRAM: OKCELLO Door Community Auditorium, 3924 Hwy 42, Fish Creek. 920.868.2728. 7pm. A cello performance blended with live soundlooping, improv & storytelling. Part of the Door Kinetic Arts Festival. $25/person. DOOR KINETIC ARTS FESTIVAL Bjorklunden, 7590 Boynton Lane, Baileys Harbor. 920.839.2216. 7pm. Welcome toast, live play performance & a dance short film block. $75/festival pass, $25/day pass. Visit doorkinetic.com for details.

INDOOR TRIVIA & TACOS Thirsty Cow Taphouse, 7899 Co Rd A, Baileys Harbor. 920.839.9991. 5-6pm team signup, 6pm start. EVENTS AT THE ADRC Aging & Disability Resource Center of Door County, 916 N. 14th Ave., Sturgeon Bay. 920.746.2372. 9am. Artists in Making. 10am. DVD Fitness. 11am. Zumba Gold. 12pm. Bridge. 12:30pm. Poker; Samba card group. 1pm. New to Medicare.

OPEN HOUSE Wulf Brothers, 2619 S. Bay Shore Dr., Sister Bay. 920.854.5587. See the new Sister Bay location & sign up for a chance to win a Jacuzzi. SOCIAL CRIBBAGE Northeast Wisconsin Technical College Learning and Innovation Center, 2438 S Bay Shore Drive, Sister Bay. 920.746.4970. 10am-12pm. For knowledgeable players. Bring your cribbage board and cards. MAGIC COMMANDER NIGHT The Gnoshery, 23 N. 3rd Ave., Sturgeon Bay. 920.818.0727. 3-9pm. Play Magic the Gathering in Commander format. BUBBLR TASTE TEST Algoma Public Library, 406 Fremont St, Algoma. 920.487.2295. 3-4:30pm. For ages 12-18. ZUMBA MONDAY St. Mary School Algoma, 214 Church St., Algoma. 920.487.5004. 6-6:45pm. With Shannon’s Yoga & Fitness in the gym. $40/full session, $8/drop-in.

LITERATURE MEMOIR MONDAY Hope United Church of Christ, 141 S 12th Ave, Sturgeon Bay. 920.868.1457. 10-11am. Write part of your life story at this Write On, Door County creative lab geared towards seniors. FORESTVILLE ADULT BOOK CLUB Forestville Library, 123 Hwy 42, Forestville. 920.856.6886. 5:30-6:30pm. Discuss “The Lost Bookshop” by Evie Woods.

OUTDOOR GUIDED HIKE Ridges Sanctuary – Cook-Albert Fuller Center, 8166 Hwy 57, Baileys Harbor. 920.839.2802. 10-11:30am. Explore The Ridges with a naturalist. $10/public, $7/ members, free/16 & younger. Register at ridgessanctuary.org. TREE PLANTING The Ridges Sanctuary – Logan Creek Property, 5724 Loritz Road, Sturgeon Bay. 10am-1pm. Plant trees with The Ridges & the Climate Change Coalition of Door County for the Boreal Climate Survivability Project. To participate, contact victoria@ridgessanctuary. org or 920.839.2802 x113.

BATS OF WISCONSIN Crossroads at Big Creek, 2041 Michigan St, Sturgeon Bay. 920.746.5895. 1:30pm. Pre-recorded lecture featuring a Department of Natural Resources (DNR) bat biologist. TRANSPORTATION FAIR Door County Fairgrounds, 914 N. 14th Ave.. 2-5pm. Learn about transportation-related equipment & services. Door 2 Door Rides’ 15th anniversary. Presentation at 4pm. GUIDED STARGAZING Oak Road Nature Preserve – Door County Land Trust, 6391 Oak Road, Egg Harbor. 920.746.1359. 7:30-9:30pm. An edu-taining journey through the night sky, led by an expert guide.

TUE 9/23 LIVE MUSIC OPEN MIC NIGHT Waterfront Mary’s Bar & Grill, 3662 N Duluth Ave, Sturgeon Bay. 920.743.3191. 9pm-1am. Hosted by Adam Haste. JEANNE KUHNS MacReady Artisan Bread Company, 7828 Hwy 42, Egg Harbor. 920.868.2233. 11:30am-1:30pm. Local folk singer-songwriter plays outside in the gazebo. JEREMIAH JAMS Peach Barn Brewing, 2450 S. Bay Shore Dr., Sister Bay. 920.944.2393. 3-6pm. Psychedelic Cheesehead rock. PAUL TAYLOR White Gull Inn, 4225 Main St, Fish Creek. 920.868.3517. 5-8pm. Acoustic guitar during dinner. For diners only. SPIKE & APRIL The Augusta Club, 8048 HWY 57, Baileys Harbor. (920) 839-2361. 7pm. Jazz & originals.

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PERFORMANCE DOOR KINETIC ARTS FESTIVAL Bjorklunden, 7590 Boynton Lane, Baileys Harbor. 920.839.2216. 7pm. Filmmakers panel discussion & short film narrative block. $75/festival pass, $25/day pass. Visit doorkinetic.com for details.

FOOD & DRINK A FARE GATHERING Woodwalk Gallery, 6746 Cty Rd G, Egg Harbor. 920.629.4877. 6pm. A curated dinner party featuring food by local chefs. $125/person.

INDOOR BELGIAN HERITAGE DAY Aging & Disability Resource Center of Door County, 916 N. 14th Ave., Sturgeon Bay. 920.746.2372. 11:30am-12pm historical presentation, 12-12:30pm traditional Belgian meal. Call 920.746.2372 for reservations. EVENTS AT THE ADRC Aging & Disability Resource Center of Door County, 916 N. 14th Ave., Sturgeon Bay. 920.746.2372. 8:30am. Strong Bodies (independent). 9am. Euchre; chess. 10am. Spanish conversation. 12:30pm. Sheepshead. 1pm. Watercolor painting; Stepping On. OPEN HOUSE Wulf Brothers, 2619 S. Bay Shore Dr., Sister Bay. 920.854.5587. See the new Sister Bay location & sign up for a chance to win a Jacuzzi. CURRENT EVENTS GROUP Calvary United Methodist Church, 4650 Cty E, Egg Harbor. 920.868.3112. 9-10:30am. Discuss local, state, national & world news. Participants may bring an article, listen & share ideas. No church affiliation. Meet in the library. ALEXANDER NOBLE HOUSE TOURS Alexander Noble House Museum, 4167 Hwy 42, Fish Creek. 920.868.2091. 10am-3pm. By the Gibraltar Historical Association. STORYTIME WITH MISS BETH Sturgeon Bay Library, 107 S 4th Ave, Sturgeon Bay. 920.743.6578. 10:30am. For babies, toddlers and preschoolers. continued on page 6

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Sept. 25, 7 pm, Woodwalk Gallery, 6746 Cty G in Egg Harbor This singer-songwriter is known for her powerful voice and knack for storytelling. Tickets cost $25.

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TODDLER STORYTIME Algoma Public Library, 406 Fremont St, Algoma. 920.487.2295. 10:30am. BRIDGE CLUB Stella Maris Church – Egg Harbor, 7710 Hwy 42, Egg Harbor. 920.868.6113. 12:30pm. Tournament-style duplicate contract bridge. Reservations encouraged with Barbara at 920.868.6113. SIP & STITCH The Gnoshery, 23 N. 3rd Ave., Sturgeon Bay. 920.818.0727. 4-7pm. Knit, sew, crochet, embroider or work on another craft. MOVIE IN THE GREAT HALL Donald and Carol Kress Pavilion, 7845 Church St., Egg Harbor. 920.868.3334. 4pm. Free popcorn; bring your own nonalcoholic beverage. PANEL DISCUSSION Write On, Door County, 4210 Juddville Rd, Juddville. 920.868.1457. 4pm. Featuring Eric Simonson and Emmy-winners Rick Cleveland and Chris Nee at Write On, Door County. Part of Door Kinetic Arts Festival. For details, visit doorkinetic.com. ATOMIC BINGO Brygga Plates & Pours, 107 N. 1st Ave., Sturgeon Bay. 920.746.0700. 6-8pm. 10 free rounds with prizes. 11th round supports a local charity. FOUNDATIONS IN MEDITATION The Yoga Womb, 58 W. Maple Ave., Sturgeon Bay. 7pm. Cultivate meditative tranquility & insight together through classical mindfulness foundations. All experience levels welcome. KARAOKE Salute Wine & Beer Lounge, 7778 Hwy 42, Egg Harbor. 920.868.3247. 8-11pm. BOGO craft cocktails & beers 8-10pm.

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OUTDOOR YOGA IN THE PARK Peninsula State Park, 9462 Shore Rd, Fish Creek. 920.868.3258. 8am. Kind Soul Yoga session in the Nicolet Bay Beach area. $10/cash, $12/credit card, $3/ mat rental. State park vehicle sticker required for entry. JACKSONPORT FARMERS MARKET Lakeside Park, Hwy 57, Jacksonport. 9am-1pm. GRATITUDE LEAF GARLAND Newport State Park, 475 Cty Hwy NP, Ellison Bay. 920.854.2500. 10am. Hear the stories & legends of the equinox & make your own gratitude leaf garland. Feel free to bring small natural materials like seeds to add/share. Meet at the Nature Center, Lot 1. State park vehicle sticker required.

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