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JUDGE RULES IN FAVOR OF STR
OWNERS
Sister Bay – Door County Circuit Court judge David Weber ruled in favor of a couple who own a short-term-rental (STR) property in Sister Bay, saying the village could not deny the couple a license for their rental property. Adam and Brigid White own the Captain’s Cottage, an STR that sleeps up to 10 people located at 10775 N. Bay Shore Dr. in Sister Bay. Last year, the village denied the Whites an STR license until they replaced their driveway and front landscaping to conform to newer village ordinances. The Whites argued that their property was grandfathered under village ordinance, state law and the Wisconsin Constitution, and filed a lawsuit against the village in june 2024. Their attorneys –Wisconsin Institute for Law and Liberty and Bjorn johnson – secured an injunction that allowed the Whites to rent their STR while the case worked its way through the court. Weber ruled on june 13 that the Whites’ driveway and property “either meet or are grandfathered and exempt from village ordinances,” and the village “may not deny Plaintiffs a short-term-rental license on the grounds that their current driveway does not meet these ordinances.”
Brigid White is also a trustee on the Sister Bay Village Board, elected to the seat in April of this year.
Egg Harbor Beach is one of the more than 440 projects the Knowles-Nelson Stewardship Program has funded over the years in Door County alone. The fund will not be reauthorized in the 20252027 budget and is set to expire in 2026.
BRETT KOSMIDER FILE NO FUNDING FOR KNOWLES-NELSON STEWARDSHIP PROGRAM, LAWMAKERS TO CRAFT SEPARATE BILL
Wisconsin – The Knowles-Nelson Stewardship Program, which has funded 444 projects worth $54.5 million in Door County alone, will not receive funding in the state’s 2025–2027 budget.
Rep. Tony Kurtz (R-Wonewoc) and Sen. Pat Testin (R-Stevens Point), Vice-Chairs of the budget-writing joint Finance Committee, and co-authors of standalone legislation to renew Knowles-Nelson, said in a statement said last week that the finalized budget for the Department of Natural Resources, which administers Knowles-Nelson, would not include reauthorization.
“After discussions with our caucuses and several stakeholder groups, we feel it is best to focus on the reauthorization of Knowles-
Nelson separately from the budget,” they said in a statement. “We are committed to getting something done and not taking action today [june 20] gives us the best opportunity to ensure the bill for the program has the time and attention it needs for future success. We look forward to continuing the conversations throughout the next several weeks.”
The day this issue of the Peninsula Pulse went to press on july 1, the joint Finance Committee was scheduled to meet again to take up the remaining budget items. On that same day, Gov. Tony Evers announced in a statement that he had reached a tentative bipartisan deal on the budget with state lawmakers.
The Knowles-Nelson Stewardship program has provided funding for land conservation and outdoor recreation projects since 1989. The program is set to expire in 2026.
Gathering Waters, Wisconsin’s Alliance for Land Trusts, advocated throughout the process for the program’s reauthorization at $70 million annually for 10 years, as originally proposed by Evers in his budget.
“Unfortunately, the joint Finance Committee chose to include no funding for Knowles-Nelson in the budget they are sending to the legislature for a vote,” said Charles Carlin, Gathering Waters director of strategic initiatives, in a statement.
“This leaves the future of the program in a precarious position.”
Carlin said Rep. Kurtz and Sen. Testin indicated they will return to work on the standalone Knowles-Nelson bill later this summer.
MOBILE STORAGE SYSTEM APPROVED FOR CITY POLICE
Sturgeon Bay – The Sturgeon Bay Common Council has authorized spending $69,049 to remodel the city police department’s records room with a mobile storage system from Axiom, Inc.
When City Hall was built 2006, Captain Chad Hougaard said the department’s records room was built with fixed shelves designed for paper storage only, but the department has moved to an electronic records management system, lessening the need for dedicated paper file storage.
“The paper shelving units are outdated and no longer functional for our operation,” he said.
Hougaard said the department’s need has increased for equipment and storage space, including secure storage, and the mobile storage system will increase the storage capacity with open shelving to meet future needs.
He said the current records room has 73,153 cubic feet of paper file storage, compared to the new mobile system being able to provide 150,578 cubic feet of multiuse general storage space, with one end installed with hanging rods to organize and store uniforms.
Hougaard said several of the mobile shelving units near the hanging rods will have a security keypad to lock the shelving units, which will allow the department to safely secure unused, expensive equipment, including firearms and electronics, without having to use administration offices for secure storage.
PUBLIC HEARING ON MAKING A PUBLIC ROAD A PRIVATE ONE
Forestville – The Forestville Town Board will hold a public hearing on july 21 at 6:30 pm regarding a resolution that would turn Whispering Waters Circle into a private road.
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parade, with Phyllis Fitzgerald chosen as the Grand Marshal. Here, surrounded by flowers from family members, she waves to the crowd. CASSIDY jOHNSON
Volunteer K-9 Team Ready to Track and Trail
by ELEANOR CORBIN eleanor@ppulse.com
The Door County Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) K-9 Team has prepared its dogs for search and rescue missions anywhere and anytime around the peninsula – through farmers markets, state parks, downtown streets, at night and in rain or sweltering heat.
At the beginning of June, three handlers and their dogs earned tracking/trailing certifications from Law Enforcement Training Specialists: Bob Simandl and his chocolate lab; Ollie Jayson “Ward” Merkel and his Carolina dog Shyla; and Robert Lengh and his Portuguese water dog Dreamer.
The three have brought the total number of trained dogs on the team up to five. This group, according to Simandl, serves as an adjunct to law enforcement in scenarios where they need to follow a person’s scent trail.
In Door County, such a team is useful in a variety of scenarios, he explained, like if a hiker gets lost on a trail, a child gets separated from their parent at a festival, or a community member with dementia wanders off.
The idea for this team came about around a year and a half ago when Gibraltar Fire Chief Andy Bertges decided to put together a search and rescue unit. Simandl, who has previous experience training dogs, asked if he would want a trailing team.
In general, CERT is a volunteer-based program that trains individuals to handle a variety of situations, like turning off gas lines and using a fire extinguisher, according to Door County Emergency Management Director Jeb Saelens. As a result, the county has extra hands in case of a disaster.
“I’m a one person department, so if we did have anything really large [happen], it’s really nice to have those volunteers that are already trained, have some ability to help out, especially in those situations where our first responders are going to have a lot on their plate,” Saelens said.
Becoming a dog handler requires more time commitment and training than becoming a regular volunteer on the CERT team, and they continue to train and practice after certification to keep their skills sharp.
“Getting the certification is a step, but the process continues every week,” Lengh said. “It’s like we all have muscle memory, and we have to keep on using it and keep the dog sharp.”
Handlers and their dogs must also recertify every year.
The team practices by searching out a volunteer who “gets lost” in different locations. They start with short distances and gradually increase the area the dog must traverse. The
tasks become more challenging, such as using multiple scents on an article with only one of those belonging to the lost individual, or practising on hours-old scent trails.
The team stages monthly full-scale mock rescues with the Sheriff’s Office to ensure they are ready if the need ever arises.
The group is always in need of new volunteers to “get lost” and different land to practice on. A number of private residences and public, dog-free natural areas like The Ridges Sanctuary and the Rushes have given the team special permission to stage scenarios on their land.
While the dogs perform serious tasks, to them, it’s just fun and enrichment, the team explained.
“It’s all a game,” Merkel said. “They just want to play that game. Find it. I get rewarded. I get praised.”
“They [the dogs] have another purpose in life, which is great for the dog,” Length said. “Dogs love the mental challenge and the physical challenge.”
Search and rescue dogs can come from anywhere. While Simandl got Ollie specifically to train as a trailing dog, Dreamer was originally meant just as Lengh’s family dog. Shyla, a rescue dog, spent four years with Merkel and his family before he started training her in search and rescue.
The handlers are always on call through the Door County Ready emergency notification system, Saelens said. No scenario since the dogs were certified has required the trailing dogs.
“Knock on wood,” Merkel said.
Kerwin earned a master’s degree in urban planning from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee.
The other three finalists include:
Sturgeon Bay’s Personnel Committee scheduled a closed session on June 25 related to filling the city’s community development position, two days after four finalists were interviewed, said City Administrator Josh Van Lieshout. One of the four finalists, Becky Kerwin, has a background as a planner in Door County’s Land Use Services Department, where she began in 2005. Marty Olejniczak, who also previously worked as a planner for the county, began as the city’s first community development director in May 2002. He retired on June 6 after 23 years.
• Scott Depies of Sheboygan, who has experience as a foreign service officer as well as a management and program analyst for the U.S. Agency for International Development. He also served in the U.S. Army Reserve as a civil affairs specialist.
• Nathan Sandwick of Stevens Point, who most recently was a team resource leader for the Golden Sands Resource Conservation and Development Council. He earned a master’s degree in urban and regional planning from UWMadison
• Tehila Cohen of Whitewater, who earned a master’s degree this year in
urban studies from UW-Milwaukee.
She has a background working as a community program manager and previously lived in Jerusalem, Israel.
The Common Council had consideration of selecting the community development director on its agenda July 1, a meeting held after the early deadline to put together this week’s edition of the Peninsula Pulse
The city contracted with the local government management consulting firm Public Administration Associates to assist in the recruiting of a community development director, which was advertised with a salary range of between $97,330 and $116,802, depending on qualifications, plus benefits.
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Search and rescue dog Shyla, a rescue from Saving Paws in Appleton. ELEANOR CORBIN
(From left) Robert Lengh and his Portuguese water dog Dreamer, Bob Simandl and his chocolate lab
Ollie, and Jayson “Ward” Merkel and his Carolina dog Shyla. In the back is Travis Witalison, CERT Mantrailing Lead/Field Support. ELEANOR CORBIN
The League’s Observer Corps monitors Door County local government to understand and shine a light on issues of importance to the League. This column shares a snapshot of what is happening in county, municipal, and school government as observed through the lens of the League’s positions.
League Position of Importance: Meeting Basic Needs Door County Health and Human Services Committee, June 9
The county is in the process of updating the community health assessment and has held a series of community meetings. The community survey is available at co.door.wi.gov/CHA_CHIP.
There are a number of vacancies within the Department of Health and Human Services. A recruiter is being hired to fill a Clinical Supervisor position. Clients are currently receiving services in Drug Treatment Court, but the program for new participants is on pause due to a lack of staff.
League Position of Importance: Communication and Public Safety
Door County Judiciary and Public Safety Committee, June 10
Cellcom provided a temporary patch for county administrative landlines and cell phones that worked with an alternative cellular carrier during the Cellcom outage. 911 calls were never impacted.
The committee approved a request from the Clerk of Courts to use non-budgeted contingency funds to purchase new assisted hearing devices for courtrooms. School Resource Officer contracts were discussed/ approved. The school systems will now pay 100% (an increase from 80%) of the dedicated officer salaries during the nine months of the school year.
Communication and emergency radio services upgrades will increase annual maintenance and software refresh costs by about 300%. The committee discussed options to defray the increased costs but did not vote to support the proposal to charge “subscription fees” to local governments. A joint meeting will be scheduled with the county Finance Committee to continue discussions.
The committee approved a proposal to include $900,000 in next year’s capital improvement budget to move forward with planning for an EMS station in the middle of the county. The location of this meeting is to be determined at a later time. The anticipated construction timeline will be late 2026 into 2027.
League Position of Importance: Natural Resources Ephraim Village Board, June 10 The Village Naturalist Garden Plan was approved. The “E” structure will be removed, due to landscape requirements and cost.
An Anderson Dock Capital Project update included board approval of a Monument Corner reconfiguration and formation of a one-year Dock Fundraising Focus Group. The group will establish a fund for improvement costs and future maintenance, with a goal of raising $1.3-$1.4 million. Community individuals and groups are welcome to participate in the fundraising efforts. A Destination Door County Community Investment Fund grant for the Dock will be pursued. Financing for the $339,000 Wastewater Collection and Treatment Facilities Improvements was discussed. A special meeting will be held after information is gathered regarding bank rates versus self-financing.
League Position of Importance: Community Policy The Townline 1 LLC -Everett Acres Subdivision Preliminary Plat was approved, contingent on adherence to state laws and village ordinances. Two village ordinances were amended (Chapter 1, General Government, and Chapter 13, Municipal Utilities Ordinance). Three Zoning Ordinances were set for public hearing in July: Historic District, Multi-Family and Access Structures. continued on page 7
The increased demand for parking at Sturgeon Bay’s Sawyer Park on the morning of June 14, due to a “No Kings” demonstration, affected boaters who were unable to find space to park their trailers in the lot, said District 5 Alderman Gary Nault.
Nault raised the issue at the June 25 Joint Parks and Recreation Committee/Board meeting, calling for measures to prevent similar parking problems during future rallies in the city, regardless of their political nature.
“Our launching ramp holds about 190 trailers and trucks, and there was over 500-600 cars in there,” he said.
Nault, who also operates a fishing guide service, said he witnessed the dock attendant returning launching fee money to boaters when there was no place to park their trailers in the lot.
“Putting a launching ramp out of business on a Saturday morning was totally inconsiderate the way I see it,” he said.
Nault suggested that organizers of demonstrations make arrangements for parking elsewhere, such as at the fairgrounds, so that they would not congest the parking areas near the West Waterfront.
“It’s a launching ramp, and the city lost a lot of revenue,” he said.
“The whole west side was a mess. The Granary parking lot got some use. The Graystone’s [lot got] used. They were very inconsiderate about where they parked and how they parked.”
Indivisible Door County, which organized the local demonstration as part of a national movement to protest actions by President Donald Trump’s administration, reported that more than 1,100 people participated in the Sturgeon Bay event.
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League Position of Importance:
Public Safety
Signage at the intersection of German Road. and Hoganson Lane was approved to address increased traffic and safety concerns.
League Position of Importance: Community Policy
Door County Board of Supervisors, June 24
The supervisors approved a resolution petitioning the Wisconsin State Legislature to pass
Mike Brodd of Indivisible Door County said he understands the concerns about the impact the demonstration had on parking at Sawyer Park and, in the future, would be willing to work something out with city officials related to parking.
“[The ‘No Kings’ demonstration in Sturgeon Bay] was much bigger than we thought it would be,” he said.
Brodd said Indivisible Door County currently doesn’t have any demonstrations planned for the near future in Sturgeon Bay.
City Administrator Josh Van Lieshout said the parking lot at Sawyer Park is owned by the city and available for public use free of charge.
“The city’s approach has been peaceful demonstrations that don’t interrupt traffic, block a street or passage, those things can happen,” he said. “For the most part, they do happen.”
In the event the city would consider putting together a public assembly policy, Van Lieshout said that could help guide issues related to demonstrations.
“There’s all kinds of pitfalls along the way that I think we want to avoid,” he said. “That being said, I bet it was frustrating not being able to find a spot at the boat ramp when you want to go fishing on Saturday morning and contend with that.”
If the committee/board wants to put together such a policy for the city’s parks, Van Lieshout said it should “do so very deliberately and with care.”
“I don’t think we want to end up impinging on someone’s civil rights,” he said.
After Nault noted the city could have made thousands of dollars by charging $8 for each vehicle parked in the Sawyer Park lot, the same as the daily fee for launching a boat, Van Lieshout said nothing would prohibit the city from regulating public parking spots.
“We see that all the time in ramps, [and] public lots in large
legislation to stop corporations from purchasing single-family homes. The Wisconsin Counties Association is asking counties to support this initiative.
League Position of Importance:
Natural Resources
The supervisors also passed a resolution to approve a license agreement with the Army Corps of Engineers for the county to take over basic maintenance of trails on both sides of the Sturgeon Bay Ship Canal, which will enhance enjoyment of the trails by the public.
municipalities often are fee lots,” Van Lieshout said. “That’s not uncommon. The city could easily do that without much trouble.”
Van Lieshout said the city wants to avoid issues affecting freedom of speech and currently doesn’t require a permit for peaceful assemblies in general, though street closures for parades would require approval by the Common Council.
Municipal Services Director Mike Barker said the “No Kings” demonstration’s impact on parking at Sawyer Park is “one example of what can happen when we don’t charge people to park in an area.”
“It still would have become a full lot, but when you have free parking, unless you have a boat trailer behind you, you’re going to have these problems,” he said. “If everyone paid the same rate to park there, whether you had a boat or not, we wouldn’t be having this conversation. Everyone enjoys free parking here.”
Barker said what happened in the parking lot at Sawyer Park the morning of the “No Kings” demonstration is one of the problems that is going to arise by having free parking.
“I strongly feel that people have the right to use that space,” he said. “That’s why I told our dock attendant that morning – I know he was pretty frazzled down there – I told him they have the right to be there.”
Barker also noted the city doesn’t have parking attendants to help deal with congestion in the Sawyer Park lot.
Committee/Board Chair Helen Bacon said the situation with parking at Sawyer Park is something to monitor in the future to see if additional rules and regulations would be warranted.
“I think if there’s several of these [demonstrations], then we can maybe take a look at it,” she said. “But if it’s kind of a one-off situation, maybe there’s other solutions that we could do, like maybe talk to the [event] organizers.”
The League Lens is a monthly column produced by the League of Women Voters of Door County’s (LWVDC) Observer Corps. In collaboration with the Peninsula Pulse, the column is part of a community journalism project in collaboration designed to help keep Pulse readers informed about issues being discussed at municipal, school board and county board meetings. If you’re interested in becoming a member of the Observer Corps, please contact ocaction@lwvdoorcounty. org.
A boat enters the water at the launching ramp at Sawyer Park on Sturgeon Bay’s west side, where the amount of vehicles
in the parking lot June 14 during the “No Kings” demonstration affected boaters wanting to park their trailers there, KEVIN BONESKE
Ephraim Pushes North-End Path Project Into 2026
by BETSY LECY pulseintern@ppulse.com
The Village of Ephraim will rebid its planned pedestrian path for the north end after receiving a single, over-budget bid, delaying the project until 2026. The Village Board unanimously voted on April 1 to reopen bidding in late 2025.
The lone bid, initially opened on March 28, came in at $431,423 – nearly double the village’s engineering estimate of $235,000 for the three-quarter-mile path along Hwy 42 that stretches from Townline Road to Orchard Road, connecting lodging units, attractions, galleries and restaurants.
“This is a project to serve the residents and businesses and visitors of North Ephraim for better connectivity and safer modes of getting from A to B in our north commercial zone,” said Brent Bristol, village administrator.
In earlier stages of planning, Bristol said the village considered placing the bulk of the path directly adjacent to Hwy 42 due to engineering challenges, utility considerations and the assumption that property owners would not want to give up land or parking for the path.
However, the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (Wis-DOT) required the path to be located outside the
highway’s designated clear zone – a roadside border area, starting at the edge of the traveled way, intended to give errant vehicles room for safe use.
According to the DOT’s Roadside Design Guide, the desired minimum width for that clear zone is dependent upon traffic volumes, speeds and the roadside geometry. For this particular project, Bristol said the clear zone requirement is 16 feet, unless physical deflection structures – like a guardrail, curb or gutter – are installed.
But, he added, a guardrail “isn’t the look we want in North Ephraim.”
As a result, the village turned to securing easements from private property owners to build a majority of the path outside of the state’s right-of-way.
Bristol said the village met with nearly every property owner along the planned route, and “just about everybody was very receptive to that.”
One of those initially receptive property owners backed out once he later realized the 6-foot portion of the path within his parking lot couldn’t be used for parking when pedestrians weren’t using it.
Bristol said the village redirected to work with Wis-DOT to use the state right-of-way in that location.
Meanwhile, according to the approved April 1 meeting minutes, the village directed its engineer, AECOM, to revise the plans, post an amendment to the bidding
Hampton Inn Hotel Plan Progresses
New development agreement, with incentives, in the works
by KEVIN BONESKE
kevin@ppulse.com
Afinal Planned Unit Development (PUD) to build a four-story, 81-unit Hampton Inn at the southeast corner of Egg Harbor Road and North 12th Avenue in Sturgeon Bay was recommended June 18 by the Plan Commission.
The PUD was then up for final approval July 1 by the Common Council, which met after the early production deadline for this week’s edition of the Peninsula Pulse
The project developer, RODAC, sought the PUD for the 1.7-acre project site that currently is part of two parcels near the Door County Gala/Sandbox and Virlee Gunworks to rezone the property from General Commercial (C-1) and deviate from the zoning district’s standard requirements. Those deviations include exceeding the maximum allowed impervious surface area from 70% to 77%, where the
hotel would be built, and the maximum allowable height of the building from 45 feet to around 54 feet.
City Planner/Zoning Administrator
Stephanie Servia said the floor plan included with the final PUD calls for the 81 units to have 48 double queen rooms, 25 king rooms and eight king suites.
“They already informed us there was going to be an indoor pool, patio, lounge, meeting space and breakfast area with seating on the first floor as well,” she said.
In addition to keeping the underlying zoning classification at C-1 and limiting the building’s maximum height to 54.3 feet, the commission backed six other conditions for the PUD, which include:
• The development shall be substantially in compliance with the approved PUD plans.
• The impervious surface ratio for the surrounding area shall not exceed 84.5%. (The hotel site will include 77% impervious surface and 23% open space. The remaining Door County Gala/Sandbox site will include 84% impervious surface and 16% open space. The remaining Virlee Gunworks site will include 92% impervious surface and 8% open space.)
UW Oshkosh’s Environmental Research and Innovation Center (ERIC) in partnership with Crossroads at Big Creek would like to announce their water testing operating hours for 2025.
Crossroads at Big Creek ERIC Lab Water Testing Lab will be open May 27 through August 27.
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process and extend the bid window, which yielded the lone bid.
Despite the delay, Bristol said the village’s funding sources remain intact. As of the April 1 meeting, the village had approximately $439,759 available across three funding streams: a streetscape bond, acquisition funds and a $50,000 grant from Destination Door County.
Ephraim’s neighboring communities are also planning path extensions. Sister Bay is working with Liberty Grove to design an extension of its off-road, multimodal path that ends at Open Hearth Lodge at the bottom of the Little Sister Hill. Sister Bay received a grant of $90,000 from the Destination Door County Community Investment Fund to design the connection in the fund’s first grant cycle in 2023. The village aims to bring that path up the hill and potentially connect to the proposed Ephraim path at Townline Road.
Bristol said the village of Ephraim is aware of neighboring efforts but is currently focused on moving its own project forward first.
“For now, it’s the Ephraim project first with an eye on connectivity down the road when those opportunities present themselves,” he said.
• At least 231 parking spaces are required on the PUD site.
• Approval by the Aesthetic Design and Site Plan Review Board.
• Removal of salt shed and topsoil bunker from the utility easement at the north property line of 1023 Egg Harbor Road.
• The outfall of the existing stormwater line on the east side of the PUD site shall be cleaned out before installation of the storm drains.
Grant Duchac of Excel Engineering, who appeared before the commission on behalf of RODAC, said the hotel project would “anchor the corner” with “a lot of elevation change.”
“We’re proposing a retaining wall with the parking lot and some of the green space,” he said. “That’s really going to break up that corner and add a sense of space and dimensions to this property.”
Commissioner and District 4 Alderman Spencer Gustafson said the hotel would be a “positive project” for that area along Egg Harbor Road.
“I just think there’s a lot of people who come to Door County that have credit cards with Hilton points,” he said. “They have nowhere to use them, so I think this
will be a pretty successful project moving forward – just my assumption.
Development Agreement in the Works Though the council approved a development agreement last year to provide financial incentives for the project, which would be located in Tax Incremental District (TID) #6, the developer never signed the agreement. Jordan Bardwell, the project developer with RODAC, informed the commission in April that moving forward with the PUD would provide assurances that the project is feasible, before getting financing and a new development agreement to proceed.
City Administrator Josh Van Lieshout said another development agreement is being considered for the project, but the terms may be different than the previous one, which would have required the city to provide $2 million in financial incentives within 30 days of issuing the hotel’s occupancy permit.
Van Lieshout said a subsequent agreement put together could either provide a similar lump-sum payment or include a financial incentive paid out over some years.
The Real Value of Nonprofit Board Term Limits
by BRET BICOY
As with any good charity, the Door County Community Foundation just completed its annual review of my performance. I’m now in my 18th year as CEO. During my review, our board leadership offered a comment that was equal parts compliment and gentle warning. They told me, with twinkles in their eyes, that they fully intend to squeeze every bit of usefulness out of me until the day comes when I finally retire.
The prayer I recite most often is paraphrased from Mother Teresa: “Lord, use me without consulting me.” For years, I thought I was just talking to God. I didn’t know the Community Foundation’s board was listening in.
If you look at community foundations across the country, you’ll find many CEOs who have served for 20 or even 30 years. Over time, a chief executive builds deep relationships within their community and develops a nuanced understanding of the organization’s history and abilities –why certain decisions were made, which strategies worked, and what to avoid. A well-seasoned CEO is like the quarterback who’s played for so many years that he’s no longer surprised by the blitz. You can still sack him, but you probably won’t catch him off guard.
Leadership continuity engenders confidence among donors and partners. It enables an organization to pursue ambitious long-term goals and fosters a culture where mission and purpose deepen over decades rather than flitting from one leader’s vision to the next. But longevity does have its shadows. The same familiarity that allows a leader to operate effectively can lead to complacency. It’s easy to assume that what worked yesterday will work again tomorrow. Over time, an organization can slip into a comfortable rut, where innovation slows and habits ossify.
I’m not suggesting the solution to this cloud in the sky is to fire all the longtenured CEOs. I love my job and want to keep doing it for many years to come. But that’s why we must be deliberate about the other half of non-profit governance, namely, the board of directors.
A board is more than a collection of respected names on the letterhead. It is the institution’s conscience and guardrail. The late Dick Egan used to say, “The board is here forever. The CEO is
not.” He was reminding me that while my tenure will surpass that of any individual board member, the board as an institution will exist far longer than I. Ultimately, the board is the keeper of the flame.
That’s why term limits for board members matter so profoundly. They are a structural safeguard that ensures fresh perspectives continue to infuse an organization. New board members ask obvious and sometimes uncomfortable questions. Why do we do it this way? Does this still make sense? Is this the best way to serve the community today?
Long-serving CEOs like me often find these questions mildly exasperating. I sometimes think I’ve already explained this a dozen times over the years. But when I’m honest, I recognize that being forced to answer again is an immensely healthy discipline. Revisiting decisions made a decade ago compels a leader to reexamine assumptions that shaped them. Sometimes the answers are still correct. Other times, conditions have changed in ways that demand a fresh approach. It’s the persistent curiosity of new board members that forces a CEO to continually revisit their assumptions.
Of course, term limits come with a real cost. Every CEO would forever keep those steady and wise souls who have served well through every up and down. But even the best board members need to eventually make way for others to serve. An evolving board ensures a charity does not become too entwined with the preferences or perspectives of any one generation. The non-profit sector exists to address issues that evolve, problems that can’t be solved by static thinking or a single way of seeing the world.
For those of us in professional leadership roles, there is a parallel lesson. Stability at the top is valuable, but only if it’s balanced by a board willing to challenge us. If the board becomes too deferential to experience, even the best leaders can lose their edge. Term limits are not just about renewing the board, they are about keeping the CEO honest, nimble, and committed to learning.
That is the real gift of board term limits. They remind us our work isn’t about personal legacy. It is about serving something larger than ourselves, something designed to endure long after our season of service has passed.
Bret Bicoy is president & CEO of the Door County Community Foundation. Contact him at bret@givedoorcounty. org.
PULSE OF PHILANTHROPY
Former Grocery a Grocery Again
Harbor Market brings neighborhood grocer back to Baileys Harbor
by BETSY LECY
At Harbor Market Grocery, shoppers don’t need to commit to a full bag of produce. Instead, they can take exactly what they need – and nothing more.
This is part of the philosophy behind Bailey’s Harbor’s new grocery market, located in the Harbor Market Shops, that opened June 19. The market is designed to offer groceries in small quantities, where customers only buy what they need.
“If you want four mushrooms, you don’t have to buy a six-ounce pack,” owner Bear Gross said. “The idea behind it was I want people to spend their grocery money here and feel like they’re getting value out of it.”
This approach is prevalent throughout the store in unpackaged, bulk-style displays so customers can grab what they need. An example is the produce kept in the small refrigerated section in the back that holds tubs of mushrooms, cucumbers and peppers.
That flexibility, Gross said, not only reduces waste but also helps keep prices down for himself and customers.
The market also sources many local goods, such a meats and pies from Bea’s HoMade. Gross said he’s one of the only retailers that sells them as the company doesn’t ship its pies.
The market’s small footprint also means its mainstay is groceries and ingredients, rather than competing with nearby
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by MARTHA DIAZ ASZKENAZY, Chair, National Newspaper Association; Publisher, the San Fernando Valley, California, Sun/El Sol Newspapers.
The United States Postal Service (USPS) is on the brink of a self-induced collapse. The failed policies of the Delivering for America Plan have driven away customers through a combination of sky-high rate increases and degraded service. David Steiner, who will take over as Postmaster General on July 14, has a tough job to do and little time to do it, with some estimates indicating the USPS could be insolvent as soon as 2028.
Congress has a key role to play in helping him right the ship, but it must get off the sidelines and act. A useful step occurred earlier this week with a hearing before the House Oversight Subcommittee on Government Operations. The National Newspaper Association (NNA) provided a statement for the hearing that lays out key actions Congress can take to help restore the USPS.
We emphasized that NNA members serve their communities, providing news on local events and civic matters that are not covered anywhere else, and that they depend on the USPS to get their papers to subscribers. The USPS – and by extension the small businesses in the communities they serve – faces an immediate and existential crisis. We urge Congress to act swiftly and compel meaningful reform at the USPS.
convenience stores. Gross said their alcohol section, for example, has higher-end products, yet if customers are searching for branded liquors, Baileys 57 is nearby.
“We’re not trying to double dip our company,” Gross said. “Neither of us have enough room to carry the same type of things.”
Gross and his wife previously operated the Red Geranium in the space, a shop that specialized in handmade items. However, Gross said people have progressively stopped buying souvenirs and they decided to look into alternative businesses.
The building that now houses Harbor Market Grocery comes with a fitting legacy. It was previously home to Bob and Tom’s, a local grocery store run by Bob Zak and Tom Ziegler until 1978. Since the building had this history, Gross said, “the need was there with the town.”
Egg Harbor resident Donna Dorman told us that, for her, the new market fills that need. She stopped in over two consecutive days as she frequently shops in Knit Whit’s Yarn & Crafts, which is two doors down from the market.
“It’s awesome,” Dorman said. “It was like going into a farmer’s market.”
Gross plans to continue adjusting offerings by implementing a service for deli sandwiches and salads. He said he also hopes the market will eventually sell takeand-bake items as part of a long-term plan.
“We’re just trying to be your neighborhood grocery store,” Gross said.
Here are three actions Congress can take right now to get the USPS back on track and keep commerce in America moving:
• Demand that the USPS Board halt the Delivering for America Plan, including the large rate increase planned for July 13. This increase, far above the rate of inflation, will only deepen the hole and tie the hands of incoming Postmaster General Steiner, who should have the opportunity to assess the situation. The same holds for the network consolidations and service cuts. Every customer that is lost through these increases and service reductions is one less Steiner can rely on in the future.
• Modernize and empower the USPS regulator. Effective checks and balances are needed to keep the USPS on track. Congress needs to update and modernize the postal regulatory
PICK ‘N SAVES CLOSING, BUT NOT IN STURGEON BAY
Kroger Co., the parent for Pick ‘n Save grocery stores, is closing 60 stores across the country, including five in Wisconsin, but Sturgeon Bay’s store is not one of them, according to a report from USA Today/the Milwaukee journal Sentinel. The Sturgeon Bay store recently underwent a major remodel, including updated electrical, added and rearranged grocery space, liquor expansion and new fixtures, such as freezers and coolers. USA Today reported that Kroger is set to close 60 locations across the country over the next 18 months. Kroger operated 2,731 stores across the country at the beginning of its fiscal year, according to the Form 10-K the company filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission for the fiscal year ending Feb. 25, 2025. Store closures will reportedly also take place in Indiana, Illinois, Kentucky, Maryland, North Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia and West Virginia. The stores that are closing were unprofitable, and will enable the company to run more efficiently, according to the Milwaukee journal Sentinel report. On june 26, the company’s Board of Directors announced it had raised the quarterly dividend 9%, from $1.28
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process to better safeguard against excessive rates and poor service by passing H.R. 3004, The USPS SERVES US Act.
• Measure newspaper costs accurately. Congress should compel accurate measurement of newspaper service and hold the USPS accountable for maintaining and improving service quality by enacting H.R. 2098/S.1002, the Deliver for Democracy Act. These are all common-sense steps Congress can take to address what has been a failed approach by USPS management. Steiner has a huge job ahead of him and will need all the help he can get. Congress must act now to make sure the nation’s next Postmaster General is not the last one.
Harbor Market Grocery owner Bear Gross revives the grocery store that used to operate out of the building until 1978. BETSY LECY
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In 2024, through planting cover crops and using no-till or reduce till, PPF farmers impacted:
Water quality
Phosphorus runoff was reduced by 53,139 pounds of phosphorus, potentially preventing 26.6 million pounds of algae growth in local water bodies.
Soil health
Farm fields have reduced sediment loss by 37,528 tons equivalent to 3,753 dump trucks’ worth of soil.
STRAWBERRY FIELDS FOREVER
It was high strawberry time around Door County last week, and Cassidy Johnson, Peninsula Pulse summer social media intern, roved around to pick and sample and photograph these jewels of summer. (From left) buckets of berries from Debaker Acres; a lone strawberry at Malvitz Bay Farms; and two strawberries Soren’s Valhalla Orchards. CASSIDY jOHNSON
stand – as if it were possible to objectively declare which ideology is more ethical, more moral, more “right.”
The late great Edward R. Murrow often quoted a line from Shakespeare’s Julius Caesar: “The fault, dear Brutus, is not in our stars, but in ourselves.”
We can think about that line this Fourth of July weekend. We can remember that our political parties were born from the very freedom and independence this country fought to establish. Those ideologies – different, competing, passionate – were allowed to grow in the same shared space: our democracy.
Perhaps the fault, dear community, is not in our political parties, but in ourselves.
Climate
Greenhouse gas emissions were reduced by 4,092 metric tons of carbon dioxide equivalents, which is equal to greenhouse gas emissions produced by 974 cars driven for a year.
Conservation practices
Conservation practices are used on 229,965 acres* among Peninsula Pride Farms members.
*Multiple conservation practices can be accounted for on the same acres. Visit peninsulapridefarmsinc.org to learn more and get involved!
Old Glory Expresses Our Unification, Diversity and Freedom
It is our American flag, Old Glory, that keeps us united throughout history. Old Glory is the inspiration that military men and women chase after to secure freedom for the United States of America. Old Glory is the dedication that unites the community, that supports the service of our military veterans.
Our flag
Now is the Time for Solar
How many times have you thought about installing solar panels? How often have you seen a house or business with solar panels and wondered if it made sense? For me, the answer to these questions is, “Many, many times.”
Well, I’m checking it out right now. I have signed up with the Climate Change Coalition of Door County to get a quotation on the installation of solar panels at our house.
The signup is free, simple and without obligation. I signed up at growsolar.org/door/. Then, in response to their email, I provided brief information on the house and the electricity it uses.
I will have a suggested installation plan and price very soon from the friendly people providing this service. I know the quotation will lead to additional questions, but I am comfortable that I can get answers quickly and make a timely decision.
I am told that this service extends beyond Door County to parts of Kewaunee and Brown counties.
So, why is now a good time to investigate solar? First, a 30% federal tax credit will probably expire at the end of this year and will apply only to facilities that are in operation by that date.
Second, solar panels have come down in price radically and rapidly and are now lower than ever before. The cost will come down even more because the people providing this service are going to make a group buy of panels.
Third, this route to information, which allows me to make the decision quickly and simply, and for the installation to occur quickly and simply, is available now and may not be available if I choose to install solar at some later date.
Fourth, solar panel installation will increase the value of our house and, as a renewable energy source, has for decades been an important and attractive way to practice household or business sustainability.
So, for me, the time is no,w and the process is as I have described. I hope you, too, will take this current opportunity to consider solar.
Carl Giessel Sister Bay, Wisconsin
public notices & classifieds
Public Notices this week: County of Door; City of Sturgeon Bay; Towns of: Forestville, Jacksonport, Sturgeon Bay
Run: June 27, July 4, 11 2025 WNAXLP COUN’IY OF DOOR : BRANCH 2
THE STEPHENSON NATIONAL BANK & TRUST, Plaintiff, vs.
AARON JASON CARMODY, a/k/a AARON J. CARMODY, NICOLE ELIZABETH CARMODY a/k/a NICOLE E. CARMODY a/k/a NICOLE NIEMAN, BYLINE BANK, Successor by merger with RIDGESTONE BANK, LINNAN LAW FIRM, LLC a/k/a LINNAN LAW, DE LAGE LANDEN FINANCIAL SERVICES, INC., CENTRAL BANK & TRUST PART OF FARMERS & STOCKMAN’S, and JOHN DOE and JANE DOE
Hon. David L. Weber Case No.: 24-CV-89
NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE
PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that by virtue of a Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the aboveentitled action on January 8, 2025 in the amount of $492,918.25, the undersigned Sheriff of Door County, Wisconsin, will sell the described premises at public auction as follows:
DATE: August 6, 2025 TIME: 10:00 a.m.
TERMS: Cash, certified check or money order with 10% of the successful bid payable at the time of sale and the balance due upon confirmation of sale.
PLACE: Door County Sheriffs Department 1201 South Duluth Avenue Sturgeon Bay, WI 54235
DESCRIPTION: Lot One (1) of Certified Survey Map No. 2226 recorded in Vol. 13 Certified Survey Maps, Page 206 as Doc. No. 698224 being a survey in the Northwest Quarter of the Southeast Quarter (NW¼ of
the SE¼), AKA Subdivision Forty-five (45), Section Nine (9), Township Twenty-seven (27) North, Range Twenty-six (26) East, in the City of Sturgeon Bay, Door County, Wisconsin. Commonly known as: 2006 Vermont Place, Sturgeon Bay, WI 54235
Tax Parcel No.: 281-6245000119A
Dated this 25th day of June, 2025.
* Kyle Veeser
Door County Chief Deputy / Undersheriff Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (15 U .S.C. §1692), we are required to state that we are attempting to collect a debt on our client’s behalf and any information we obtain will be used for that purpose. 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, July 17, 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/87098804180?pwd=Jzu xafmwapOAnQflaWptasLIxjI aSK.1 Zoom Webinar ID: 870 9880 4180 Passcode: 567941 The hearing will begin at 3:00
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p.m. to give consideration to the applications below for a Map Amendment, a Conditional Use Permit, and a Text Amendment, as specified in the Door County Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance.
CITY OF STURGEON BAY
PUBLIC HEARINGS
to file a certified copy of this resolution with the Register of Deeds of Door County and to release the lis pendens.
WNAXLP
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
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.
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: June 27th & July 4th 2025 WNAXLP
PUBLIC NOTICE In the Matter of the Discontinuance of an Unimproved Street in the City of Sturgeon Bay, Door County, Wisconsin TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN: NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on the 15th day of July, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. or shortly thereafter, has been set as the time and the Council Chambers, City Hall, 421 Michigan Street, City of Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin has been set as the place for the Common Council of the City of Sturgeon Bay to hold a public hearing and to take action on the following resolution hereinafter reproduced in full: CITY OF STURGEON BAY RESOLUTION DISCONTINUING PORTION OF SOUTH GRANT AVE AND STORMWATER EASEMENT Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin July 15, 2025 BY THE COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF STURGEON BAY: WHEREAS, the Common Council, pursuant to § 66.1003 (4) of the Wisconsin Statutes finds the public interest requires that a portion of South Grant Avenue and a stormwater easement, as specifically depicted and described on the attached map marked Exhibit 1, be vacated and discontinued; and WHEREAS: pursuant to § 66.1003(4) of the Wisconsin Statutes, prior to action on this resolution: this resolution shall be introduced on June 3, 2025; and the plan commission shall review the discontinuance; and a hearing shall be held on the abandonment, vacation, and discontinuance of the above described right of way and easement on July 15, 2025 at 6:00 PM in the Council Chambers, City Hall, 421 South Michigan Street, Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin; and a notice of such hearing shall be served, in the same manner provided for the service or a civil summons on the owners of the frontage of the lots and lands abutting the portion of the above described right of way at least 30 days before such hearing; and notice of such hearing shall be published in the official newspaper of the City of Sturgeon Bay as a Class 3 notice, once a week for three successive weeks before the date of hearing: and the City Attorney shall cause a lis pendens to be prepared and filed with the Register of Deeds for Door County, Wisconsin, pursuant to Sec. 840.11, Wis. Stats. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED pursuant to § 62.1003(4) of the Wisconsin Statutes, the public interest requires that: the portion of South Grant Avenue and the stormwater easement, as specifically depicted and described on the attached map marked Exhibit 1, be abandoned, vacated, and discontinued; and the discontinuance of such right of way and easement is hereby ordered; and the real estate underlying the right of way shall revert to the adjacent property owners to the extent and in the manner provided by law; and the City Attorney is directed
The City of Sturgeon Bay Plan Commission will hold a public hearing in the Council Chambers at City Hall, 421 Michigan Street, Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin on Wednesday, July 16, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. or shortly thereafter, in regard to a zoning map amendment request from Allen Sovereign to change the zoning classification of a 0.8-acre parcel from SingleFamily Residential (R-1) to Two-Family Residential (R-3). The subject property is parcel #281-24-11060100, located on the west side of South 16th Place. The proposed zoning map amendment materials are on file with the Community Development Department at 421 Michigan Street and can be viewed during normal business hours. The public is invited to give testimony in regard to the rezoning request either in person at the hearing or in writing.
By order of:
City of Sturgeon Bay Plan Commission WNAXLP
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
The City of Sturgeon Bay Plan Commission will conduct a public hearing in the Council Chambers, 421 Michigan Street, Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin on Wednesday, July 16, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. or shortly thereafter, regarding a petition from Michael Hanson for approval of a conditional use under section 20.09(3) of the Sturgeon Bay Municipal Code, which requires conditional use approval for a lodging house in the R-3 zoning district. The subject property is parcel #281-54-20010500 located at 204 N Duluth Avenue. The application materials are on file with the Community Development Department, located at 421 Michigan Street, and can be viewed during normal business hours. The public is invited to give testimony in regard to the proposed conditional use request, either in person at the hearing or in writing.
By order of:
City of Sturgeon Bay Plan
Commission WNAXLP
MUNICIPALITIES
LIQUOR LICENSES
STURGEON BAY
APPLICATION FOR LIQUOR LICENSE
To Whom It May Concern:
I hereby certify that David B. LaBott, Agent, residing in Sturgeon Bay, Door County, Wisconsin, has applied to the Town of Sturgeon Bay for a retail Class “B” License to sell fermented malt beverages for the period ending June 30, 2026, at the building situated as Door County Rod & Gun Club, 3210 Mathey Road, Sturgeon Bay WI 54235. Dated: June 16, 2025
Signed: Michelle M Sternard, Town Clerk WNAXLP
ORDINANCES
JACKSONPORT
Please be advised that the Town of Jacksonport has adopted “Kangaroo Lake” Ordinance 2025-03. The full
text of the ordinance may be obtained at the Town Office, 3365 County Road V, Sturgeon Bay, during regular office hours. For additional information please contact the Town Office at 920-823-8136
Colleen Huberty, Clerk
WNAXLP
PUBLIC HEARING
FORESTVILLE
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
TOWN OF FORESTVILLE
NOTICE IS HERE BY GIVEN
that a Public Hearing will be held by the Town Board of the Town of Forestville, Door County, Wisconsin on July 21, 2025, at 6:30 PM at the Town of Forestville Town Hall at 7701 County Road H, Sturgeon Bay, WI 54235. The Town of Forestville’s Town Board has enacted resolution 2025-1 to commence the discontinuation of Whispering Waters Circle. Upon passage of the discontinuation, Whispering Waters Circle would become a private road. The ownership of the road would revert to the adjacent landowners. Per Wisconsin Statue 710.20, the roads maintenance and repair becomes the responsibility of the landowners fronting the road.
At said public hearing, the Town Board will be open to public comment for support or objections.
Theresa Tlachac, Clerk
WNAXLP
REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS
JACKSONPORT
Request for Proposals
Hot Oil Chip Seal Coating Town of Jacksonport
The Town of Jacksonport is soliciting bids for the following work in 2025: Hot Oil Chip Seal 1. - Ehler Road (from County Road I to Bagnall Road) approximately 5491 feet 2.
fractured stone must be used. All roads must be cleaned and cold mix hand patched prior to sealing. Proposals will be accepted by Colleen Huberty, Town Clerk, 3365 County V, Sturgeon Bay, WI 54235 until 3 PM, Tuesday, July 22, 2025. They will be publicly opened and read at 6:30pm at the Jacksonport Town Hall on Tuesday, July 22, 2025 prior to Town Board Meeting. Detailed specification and questions can be directed to Tom Wilson, 920-309-0050. The distances listed are only approximate and it is the responsibility of the bidder to take proper measurements. Town of Jacksonport reserves the right to accept or reject any or all bids it deems to be in the best interest of the Town, to accept any part or combination thereof, to waive any technicalities, and to accept any proposal deemed most advantageous to the Town. Colleen Huberty, Clerk WNAXLP
Join us this Sunday at Jacksonport UMC, where thoughtful sermons and timeless music from the
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
We are pleased to welcome our new pastor, Rev. JoAnn Meyer, beginning July 6! Pastor JoAnn brings warmth, experience, and a deep commitment to the community. Come meet her and be part of this new season in our church’s life.
Special Music: Door Community Bell Choir directed by Ricki Mitchell July 6 • 8:45am
57 & Cave Point Road • Jacksonport jacksonportmethodist.org
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
Pool Heater, Pool Filter, Treadmill For Sale: Pool Heater, Pool Filter, Treadmill. Make Offer. Call Mary at 920.743.6460
MISCELLANEOUS
Yakima Spare Ride Bike Carrier Premium bike carrier for 2 bikes. Attached directly to spare tire mounting bolts for all Wrangler spare tires., $400. Contact 614.296.0780
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
Door County Kraut Co. We’re at BH Sunday Markets
9a.m.-1-p.m. & Ephraim
Bondemarked Mondays 3:30
-6:30 p.m. Requested items for Sunday June 29th market are cinnamon and pecan sticky buns, chocolate croissants, more pies/tarts, and nutty buddies. Cougar bars requested for Sunday July 6 – will do. Regular, Fresno & Bolivian Bumpy Sauerkraut, SS Fridge Pickles also available. Mister Burns Craft Sauces, Salsa, and BBQ as well as various niche foodie items also available. Pico De Rhubarb fresh, mild hand chopped salsa,. For questions, special requests and questions, call Ann at 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. Yellow Barn Collectibles
Open Thurs, Sat & Sun 7/3, 7/5, 7/6 10am – 4pm. 11632
Lakeview Rd Ellison Bay. Quality artwork, Rick Strini stemwork, Orvis fishing accessories, rare and/or collectible books, railroad lanterns, vintage furniture, one of a kind artisan pieces & much more.
For Sale – Hunting & Fishing Equipment Rods & reels, lures and other tackle. Some camping supplies. Recurve bows, deer ladder stand, goose decoys & other hunting gear. Also some antique furniture, MS250 Stihl chainsaw, Australian outback saddle. Call for details, leave message. 950.854.7581 or 920.854.0255 after 5pm.
Trailers For Sale Trailer – DBL wide 8.5 x 7.0 ft. $200. Steel trailer 10cuft box, dump. $150. Steel trailer 1cuft box, dump, $70. 920.746.8888
Garage Sale / Moving Sale Fri 6/27 thru Sat 6/28, 9am-3pm. 144 N 16th Place, Sturgeon Bay. Clothing, shoes, kitchen items, vintage stereo, records, guitar, vintage cameras, and other knickknacks.
BIG Garage Sale Friday and Saturday July 11th & 12th 8A-3P. 1821 CTH DK 1mi from So Door School. Rugs, pillows, blankets, seasonal decor, Xmas tree, books, DVDs, dishes, frames, jewelry, knickknacks, sewing, embroidery & knitting baskets, vacuums & sm appliances, loveseat, antique table, men’s clothing, fishing rods, lures, tackle boxes, chop saw, skill saw, saw blades, numerous tools, old barn things, antique fanning mill, children’s wooden cupboard. Watch for signs. Rain or Shine. Tool Sale Plus
Do you need electrical, building, plumbing and mechanical, supplies? Then this sale is the one!! Everything is basement pricing. Power tools, connectors, clamps, MoJack, tool boxes, disc sander, hollow chisel mortar, scroll saw, deck bolts, jacks, electrical wiring, air nails, framing and staples, so many hand tools, the items go on and on. Plant stands, steamer, step stools, so much more. Also a 1978 Honda Motorcycle. New plow for Garden Tractor. Lots of FREE items. Stop by for a cold soda. 723 W Oak St Sturgeon Bay right off of Duluth Avenue. Friday July 11th 8-4 & Saturday July 12th 8-1 Garage Sale – Multi-Family Fri 7/4 thru Sun 7/6. 8am – 3pm. All priced to sell and clean. Furniture, 20” girls bike, yard, Xmas & holiday deco, king & queen bedding, antiques & collectibles, kitchen & household items. Lots of women’s clothing and girls sizes XS thru 2X. Shoes, hats, purses, jewelry and much more. 4598 Whitefish Bay Rd.
1.5 miles north of Institute just off Hwy 57. Watch for signs. Pop Up Market! RummageVintage-Local Artisans Sat. July 5, 9am-2pm 3015
Gibraltar Rd. Fish Creek. Rummage, Vintage and Artisan goods by Door County Artists and Makers! Clothing, Jewelry, Photography, Food, Fresh Flowers, Homegoods, Handmade Journals, Ceramics,
PHRASES
around house. Good condition. Sister Bay $18,500 OBO. Ask for photos. 352.804.4528
Twelve Foot Pungo 120 Kayak for Sale Used 12 foot, royal blue Pungo120 kayak for sale. $200 or best offer. Call 614.296.0780
CAMPER/MOTORHOME
Horner Golem Camper 2002 Horner-Golem Trailer, newly renovated. Used during home construction in Ellison Bay. 3 full beds and 2 twin beds. $6,800. Call or text 773.771.2088 for more info and pictures.
SERVICES
Look for additional Service display advertisements within this section.
LAWN/YARD CARE
DUTCH LANDSCAPING LLC
Experienced gardener over a decade of work. I’m Looking for NEW CLIENTS for the 2025 season. Focus primarily on landscaping/gardening maintenance. I DO NOT MOW LAWNS. Call Laura 920.419.5399. Serving Northern Door County.
Primos Property Maintenance Call now to book your Lawn Care, Landscape, Snow Removal and more. Also indoor demolition & painting. Call 920.328.8896 or 920.868.0251 rodjoseg1985@gamil.com
Berger Landscape Lawn mowing, mulching, stone work, tree trimming & removal. House washing, deck staining & painting, Moss removal from roof. Woll houl lumber from the store if bought local. One ton truck for hire. Call 920.388.9689
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The house sits on its stilts on the corner of Spruce, awaiting the move. CASSIDY JOHNSON
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Melissa is from Oshkosh, WI and earned her Master of Science in Nursing from University of South Florida and a Doctor of Nursing Practice degree at Ohio State University. In her free time she enjoys scuba diving, boating, hiking, reading, gardening and traveling.
Melissa is board certified by the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners.
The Beauty of an Ugly Duckling
Painted by Adam Grimm of Wallace, South Dakota, the new Federal Duck Stamp features a pair of charmingly awkward-looking spectacled eiders. His artwork was chosen from 239 entries in the country’s only federally regulated art contest.
Well, this isn’t that.
Instead, it’s a tale about a rather ugly sea duck that’ll do something beautiful for critical wetlands across the country.
Hunters, bird watchers and stamp collectors celebrated last Friday as the 20252026 Federal Migratory Bird Hunting and Conservation Stamp –commonly known as the Duck Stamp – went on sale. The new Federal Duck Stamp and its younger sibling, the Junior Duck Stamp, debuted at a special event hosted by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service at America’s premier waterfowl outfitter, Mack’s Prairie Wings in Stuttgart, Arkansas – known as the rice and duck hunting capital of the world.
Grimm said he chose to paint spectacled eiders, a large sea duck native to the Bering Sea and the Alaskan and Russian tundras, after visiting a friend in Wisconsin who had two in a captive setting.
The odd-looking diver duck is said to be capable of reaching depths of up to 250 feet to forage for food, which includes a variety of mollusks, crustaceans, and aquatic insects.
Duck Stamp sales – $25 if purchased in-person; there’s a fee added if you buy online –play a critically important role in wildlife conservation.
Since 1934, more than $1.2 billion has been raised. Nearly 98 cents of every dollar from stamp sales goes directly to the Migratory Bird Conservation Fund, which is used to acquire and protect wetland habitat and purchase conservation easements for the National Wildlife Refuge System.
Wetlands are vital for more than just waterfowl. They provide food, nesting grounds, and shelter for hundreds of species of migratory birds, fish, mammals, amphibians and reptiles.
Secretary of the Interior Doug Burgum said he was excited to be one of the first people to buy the stamps. He noted that in the 90 years since they were developed to raise money for and awareness of wetlands, waterfowl hunters and other conservationists have helped protect more than 6 million acres of wetlands on national wildlife refuges around the nation.
That crucial habitat allows hundreds of species of fish and wildlife to thrive, while helping in flood control and creating a significant economic stimulus for rural communities.
Meanwhile, the 2025-2026 Junior Duck Stamp raises funds to support youth conservation education among K-12 students, inspiring the next generation of environmental stewards. This year’s stamp features a northern shoveler painted by 18-year-old Catheryn Liang from Texas. Cost is $5. More than $1.4 million has been generated since 1993 through sales of this additional collector’s stamp.
The stamps are available for purchase at post offices, Department of Natural Resources Service Centers and the DNR’s Go Wild license store at gowild.wi.gov/.
While primarily required for waterfowl hunters aged 16 and older, anyone who cares about wildlife and healthy ecosystems can purchase one to significantly contribute to wetland conservation. Learn more at fws.gov/program/federal-duckstamp and fws.gov/program/juniorduck-stamp.
Fishing Update
We’re only a week away from the start of the 43rd annual Kewaunee/ Door County Salmon Tournament. The 10-day contest lured nearly 3,900 anglers last summer and paid out more than $100,000 in cash and prizes.
Everyone on the boat needs a ticket, including the captain and mate, if you’re on a charter boat. Cost is $30, or $10 for those age 10 and under.
K/D tickets can be purchased at Greystone Castle and Howie’s Tackle in Sturgeon Bay, JP Express north of Carlsville (24/7 station), Baileys 57 in Baileys Harbor, Algoma BP (24/7 station) and Citgo in Algoma, Center Court BP and Yacht Works in Kewaunee, and Mann’s Mercantile on Washington Island. Learn more at facebook.com/kdsalmon2025/. Salmon have been active on both Lake Michigan and northern Green Bay, while rainbow and lake trout are mixed in on the lake side. Some charters have been getting fast twoto four-person limits. There have even been some five- and six-person limits of 25 to 30 fish taken the past two weeks. More often, though, catches have ranged between two to four fish per person. A lot depends on the time of day, the expertise of the crew, and the weather.
Meanwhile, abundant alewives have slowed the walleye catches throughout most of the bay. Some of the best fishing has been for smallmouth bass, rock bass, sheepshead, northern pike and yellow perch in and around bays, harbors and reefs.
Weekly Water Levels
Lake Michigan’s water level is up about 2 inches in the past month, but down 10 inches over the past year and 39 inches below the record high set in June 2020. While about 5 inches below the 100-year average, lake levels are still more than two feet above the record monthly low, set in 1964.
Friends shared a quiet moment at sunset Saturday south of Potawatomi State Park. KEVIN NAZE
2025-2026 Federal Waterfowl Stamp. Adam Grimm/U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service.
The Boreal Climate Survivability Project Takes Root
by BETSY LECY pulseintern@ppulse.com
Hundreds of two-year-old sapling trees, each marked with a color-coded flag, stand in neat rows on the half-acre plot of land on the Ridges Sanctuary’s Family Discovery Trail. They are among 2,232 planted trees across five experimental sites – part of an initiative that goes beyond reforestation.
Door County contains the nation’s southernmost boreal forest at its elevation, as well as bordering temperate forests. Yet the rising climate temperatures pose a threat to the longterm survival of both new plantings and established ecosystems, according to research associate Victoria Holderer.
The initiative, called the Boreal Climate Survivability Project, is designed to study how different tree species respond to changing conditions across a range of habitats, which is a collaboration between the Climate Change Coalition of Door County (CCCDC) and The Ridges Sanctuary.
Findings from the project will help guide future reforestation efforts, with objectives to increase climate mitigation, climate resilience, carbon sequestration, water protection and biodiversity.
“As climate change changes, how will trees react? Holderer said. “How will insects or fungal diseases affect our current communities and what trees can we bring in that will have maybe an equal or comparable fill for that ecosystem with those trees?”
The project was awarded a $120,150 grant from the Daybreak Fund, a regional donor-based collaborative that awards grants to “projects weaving together solutions to climate change, water quality
and social equity problems” on or around the western shores of Lake Michigan, according to a statement on its website.
The fund awarded $1.6 million to 16 nonprofit organizations and community groups last year, the second year of its existence.
The funds from the grant went towards the purchase of the conifers and deciduous trees that were planted, as well as efforts to collect data on their growth and their surrounding environmental impacts, according to CCCDC Executive Director Jeff Lutsey.
Although the grant spans three years, Lutsey said the vision is long-term.
planted replacement species that are projected to be better suited to the site’s future conditions.
Each experimental site is paired with a control site, which remains unplanted.
“Because The Ridges is so dedicated to research, [we hope] to do it forever,” he said. “And that The Ridges will own this land forever.”
The five test plots were selected to reflect the diversity of Door County’s ecosystems: two boreal sites that are located next to The Ridges and three temperate plots at the Logan Creek State Natural Area south of Jacksonport. Tree species were selected based on whether they were native to Wisconsin, successful in local environments or showed promise in adapting to future climate conditions.
At the Logan Creek plot, for example, beech trees are currently being affected by beech bark disease, which is a disease that is exacerbated by human disturbance. Holderer said they’ve
Holderer said they can track the experimental site’s changes over time by comparing the two plots’ soil moisture, composition, rainfall, temperature and how animals and plants interact with each of the sites.
Tree planting on this scale is not new for the organizations. The coalition began working with a few volunteers in partnership with The Nature Conservancy in 2018, but the effort ramped up with the launch of the Big Plant initiative in 2020. Sponsored by Destination Door County, it’s a collaborative effort among the coalition, the Door County Land Trust, Crossroads at Big Creek, The Nature Conservancy and The Ridges.
For the Big Plant, the five organizations help purchase, distribute and plant native trees during community planting events held in the spring and fall.
The initiative planted its first thousand trees in 2021 and has since grown to 10,000 trees annually, aggregating to more than 46,000 trees since the program’s conception.
Unlike the experimental plots, Big Plant trees are typically not monitored after planting. Instead, the coalition estimates
success rates based on follow-up visits to selected sites. Lutsey said the highest success rate so far came from a property north of Baileys Harbor, where 92% of the 200 trees planted remained healthy.
Now, the data collected from the Boreal Climate Survivability Project will be used to guide future Big Plant efforts, allowing organizers to better understand which species thrive in which conditions.
“This is going to be a moment for us to either confirm a lot of assumptions we’ve had with the tree plantings that have happened already,” Holderer said. “This will help inform those decisions and give us a better idea of what’s going to work in the long run.”
The 108 volunteers are what made this project come to life, Holderer said. Paul and Margaret Bethke are two who have participated in the planting days, some of which drew around 50 participants. Margaret Bethke said they’re now participating in a training session that teaches them how to identify plant species and monitor tree health, so they can assist with the data collection.
While Margaret Bethke said she’s excited that she’ll be able to see the development of the project over the next decade, Paul Bethke said, as a CCCDC naturalist, he’s more interested in the targeted efforts that will come from this data collection and how it will impact plantings during the Big Plant.
The couple has also brought their grandchildren to the Logan Creek site, due to its fun nature and broader purpose.
“To show them how important it is to do things for the planet because of climate change,” Margaret Bethke said. “So if we teach them how important it is, hopefully we’ll have a next generation to take care of it.”
Jayne Black Raises Awareness Through Advocacy and A Crown
by BETSY LECY pulseintern@ppulse.com
When Sturgeon Bay part-time resident Jayne Black’s daughter was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis, she began connecting the dots between her illness and air pollution.
This wake-up call launched Black into climate advocacy. Today, she serves as Wisconsin’s first Mrs. Elemental, a national pageant for married women promoting environmental sustainability.
Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a disease that causes breakdown of the protective covering of nerves as the immune system attacks the protective sheath that covers nerve fibers, according to the Mayo Clinic. This interrupts the communication between the brain and the rest of the body. A study by the National Institute of Health found that toxic air pollutants are one of the main factors contributing to the risk of the development and progression of MS, and inhaling high concentrations of pollutants can also trigger or worsen symptoms.
For Black’s daughter, this aggravation of symptoms has had a profound impact on her life. Black said her daughter often doesn’t leave the house without a mask, carries a CO2 monitor to check the air quality, and has relocated from Austin, Texas, to Seattle, Washington, for cooler temperatures since high temperatures make it more difficult for damaged nerves to function properly.
“I felt so helpless as a mom to watch my daughter go through this,” Black said. “I’ve been clueless as to how much air pollution really affects people’s lives.” Black’s son also has suffered from asthma since he was 5 years old. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 7.7% of people in the nation have
asthma, a condition in which symptoms can be triggered by exposure to irritants in the air.
Black’s personal experiences with the health impacts of poor air quality led her to take action.
She began volunteering with Moms Clean Air Force as Wisconsin’s field organizer, which is a national nonprofit comprised of more than 1.5 million moms advocating for children’s health in the face of air pollution and climate change.
As a former pre-K teacher, Black said her passion for clean air became focused on schools. She’s the founder of the environmental conservation organization, Green Schools Rock, which aims to inspire school districts and institutions to apply for the U.S. Department of Education Green Ribbon Schools.
But what bothered her was the absence of policy.
According to the Wisconsin State Legislature, the model management plan for maintaining indoor environmental quality in public and private schools is a “recommendation,” not a mandate. Nationally, the Environmental Protection Agency offers voluntary recommendations, but also stops short of mandating standards, even though indoor air can be more polluted than outdoor air, according to the American Lung Association.
“We do not know when we drop our kids off at school that the classrooms they sit in every day are healthy for them,” she said. “School is a place our kids are legally required to be, and part of that is making sure that they’re safe.”
This lack of enforceable standards, Black said, motivated her to work with a state representative in 2023 to introduce Wisconsin’s first indoor air quality bill for schools. The bill, which is still in the draft phase, would require the Department of Health Services
to “establish an indoor air quality inspection and evaluation program for public school buildings used by pupils.”
“I want people to understand that it’s a public health issue,” she said. “It’s not just the love for our Earth and taking care of our Earth, it’s so much bigger than that and there’s a lot that we can do to help.”
During Black’s interview for the Mrs. Elemental crown, she shared with the judge that it was a goal of hers for the bill to pass while she still had the title.
It was Black’s fourth time competing for the Mrs. Elemental title before winning in January 2025, which has since given her a platform to amplify her advocacy.
The pageant, which is formerly known as Mrs. Earth USA, focuses on environmental leadership and public engagement for married women. The limitation to married women, though, provides nuance due to their experiences, Black said.
“We have something unique to offer where we’ve had a lot of life experience,” she said. “We’re wives, and sometimes we are mothers, and so that brings another dimension to what we’re doing.”
Since earning the title, Black has been busy. She has spoken with the American Lung Association, presented at a conference for the Multiple Sclerosis Society and participated in outreach events across Wisconsin, particularly in Door County, including events at Open Door Pride, the Door County Vintage Market and the Door County Sandbox.
Now, with just over half her reign remaining, Black said she plans to make the most of it.
“I’m ready for it all because you only get one year,” she said. “I’m hoping to inspire the community to help clean up and understand the impact that will make.”
The Family Discovery Trail at The Ridges Sanctuary is home to 262 newly planted trees, each marked with an assigned colored flag. An additional 64 trees will be planted in the fall to add greater diversity. REMY CARMICHAEL
A two-year-old white spruce is assigned a blue flag for monitoring. REMY CARMICHAEL
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Gibraltar/Washington Island senior catcher Brady Kita has been named the Wisconsin Baseball Coaches Association’s North East District Player of the Year in Division 4.
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BRADY KITA NAMED
WBCA D4 DISTRICT
PLAYER OF THE YEAR
Gibraltar/Washington Island senior catcher
Brady Kita has been named the Wisconsin Baseball Coaches Association’s North East District Player of the Year in Division 4. Kita, who was also part of the Vikings’ WIAA Division 4 regional championship team and named to the All-Packerland Conference first team, played in last weekend’s WBCA All-Star Classic. He will play baseball at St. Norbert College next year.
Another player from the Packerland, Kewaunee junior pitcher Brett Paulsen, was named the WBCA’s North East District’s Co-player of the year in Division 3 along with Cedar Grove-Belgium sophomore Ira Hilbelink.
Among all four divisions combined in the North East District, Paulsen made the second team, while Kita received honorable mention. Also receiving honorable mention from Gibraltar/Washington Island were juniors Owen Dannhausen, Cam Munao and Aaron Brey. Algoma sophomore Charlie Prokash received honorable mention as well.
DOOR COUNTY LEAGUE
Building in Baileys
by HERB GOULD
In Charlie Wood’s first three years at Baileys Harbor, the A’s were 1-40. It could have been worse. A washed-out game against Kolberg was not made up.
“My first three years was, `I’m not sure what I’m doing here,’ ’’ he said. “A horrible team. Not talented. Not committed. Drinking in the dugout. This and that.’’
That was especially frustrating because Wood, 48, was a longtime coach of youth and college baseball in Chicago, Kenosha and the Fox Valley. A house painter, he had brought his love of baseball along with his brushes and ladders when he moved to Door County in 2020.
“And then I realized, “Well, if I’m going to do this, I need to start going after players that I want.’ ’’
And so, he recruited young talent –with the pitch that if they stuck together, eventually they would win together. The A’s roster soon included Aaron Brey and Owen Dannhausen, from Gibraltar High School, where Wood is an assistant coach, and Bryce and Caleb Plzak, and Danny and Chris Lodl, from Sturgeon Bay.
They were talented and committed. But they were oh-so young.
Well, now they’re starting to grow up.
To emphasize the point, Wood had T-shirts made with an inscription on the back referencing the A’s last league championship: “The long wait since ’98. `It’s gonna happen.’ ’’
When Baileys Harbor pounded out a 17-2 win at Institute on June 27, it improved to 4-3, equalling its last season’s 4-10 win total.
The league is ridiculously close. At the halfway mark, six teams are within one game of each other. And while five of them would probably get more votes
than the A’s to make the four-team playoff, baseball isn’t about voting. And so, go play the games. Starting with this Sunday’s matchup against perennial power Sister Bay, Baileys Harbor is eager to test itself. Asked if the A’s believe they can win, Brey said, ``Definitely. I think we can show up against anybody any day of the week.’’
They’ll find out against the Bays.
“It’s awesome,’’ Islanders left-hander Jon Kordon, who played for Wood for a
Trailblazers Lose to Lakers, 5-2
by KEVIN BONESKE kevin@ppulse.com
The Ahnapee Trailblazers stayed even with Kewaunee County through four innings, but gave up four runs in the final three frames and lost to the Lakers, 5-2, in Monday’s American Legion home baseball game at Sevastopol Town Park.
Kewaunee County scored first in the top of the second when Caleb Radart reached home on an infield ground ball.
weeks and almost died on the operating table. His career was over. It was bad, but again, it could have been worse. So, enjoy the holiday weekend and take in a ballgame if you can. Have fun, be safe and please, don’t blink.
by JASON ANNIS-WILD
TSwami went 4-0 last week to raise his season record to 17-11. Let’s take a look at the week 9 games.
Institute (0-7) @ Kolberg (4-3)
With the loss of his brother for the season, Institute manager Jared Pflieger has had to take the field, and all he did Friday was knock in the only two runs the Cubs would score on the night. As a team they had only five hits while committing three errors and walking nine batters. It was their 25th straight loss.
The Braves kept their title hopes alive by bringing the Bays a little closer to them. Austen Rohe continued his assault on the ball with another home run among his three hits. Christian Counard also went yard on his two-hit day. Nick LeCaptain and Trevor Reinhardt also had two hits on the day but Reinhardt’s biggest contribution was his six innings of mound duty, giving up one hit while striking out eleven. Last time the Braves put 26 on the Cubs.
Swami Says: Braves
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and a severe head injury that led to a stroke that caused him to lose the use of his left arm. He was in a coma for two and a half
Ahnapee didn’t get a runner on base until the third inning when the Trailblazers tied the game at 1-1 with Jack Schwader scoring on a single by Steven Prescott.
The Lakers regained the lead with two runs in the top of the fifth, which featured a double by Landon Derenne and a single by Ethan Werner off Trailblazers starting pitcher Jacob Massey.
Ahnapee got a run back in the bottom of the fifth to cut Kewaunee County’s lead to 3-2 after Bo Tanck reached base on an infield single, advanced to second with Siggy Hansen
Maplewood (4-3) @ West Jacksonport (5-2)
The Mets lost for the second week in a row, getting shut out on the Island. They did have nine hits with Kody Kissinger and Kordell Draves getting three each. However, they could not plate any of the runners who reached base. Their pitching has kept them in most games this year.
The Ports came crashing down to earth with a lopsided loss to Egg Harbor. CJ Goetz and Alec Schartner had two hits each on the day with one of Schartner’s being a scoreboard rattling home run. They were even with Egg Harbor with seven hits but eight walks didn’t help their cause.
The first time around the Ports won 10-2.
Swami Says: Ports
Egg Harbor (2-5) @ Washington Island (4-3)
After a brutal start to the season the Indians have now won two in a row. No player had more than one hit but three of the top four in the order scored twice. Drew Price held the Ports basically in check for five innings earning the win.
The Island shut out a Mets team that can score in bunches. Mads Hansen, Ryan Jorgenson and Bennett Isaacson combined to keep the Mets from crossing the plate. Luke Geiger stayed hot going four for four. Ben Johnson chipped in two of his own hits on the day. It took eleven innings the last time these teams met
which resulted in an Island Victory. The Indians are just hot enough right now to return the favor.
Swami Says: Indians
Sister Bay (5-2) @ Baileys Harbor (4-3)
The Bays now have a fight on their hands as only one game separates them from five other teams. They were held to just 3 hits on Sunday while giving up 14 to the Braves. Their northern opponent is not an easy out like in the past. The A’s went into the Cubs home and left it a mess, dropping seventeen runs on them. Aaron Brey and Caleb Plzak each had three hits on the night while Chris Lodl and Bryce Plzak chipped
Swami Says: Bays
(From left) Aaron Brey and Owen Dannhausen each had standout seasons for Gibraltar/ Washington Island this spring and now are key pieces of Baileys Harbor’s young core. HERB GOULD
The Baileys Harbor A’s T-shirt. HERB GOULD
Institute’s Frankie Ash (7) slides into second base to beat the throw to Baileys Harbor’s Bryce Plzak during Friday’s Door County League game at Sevastopol Town Park. KEVIN BONESKE
Kewaunee County’s Reagan Doell (9) slides back to first base to beat the pickoff throw to Ahnapee’s Jack Haen (14) during Monday’s Legion baseball game at Sevastopol Town Park. KEVIN BONESKE
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being hit by a pitch and scored on a
Lakers starting pitcher Carson Blohowiak.
Both starting pitchers left the mound after five innings. Derenne pitched the final two innings for Kewaunee County without giving up a run. The Lakers added an insurance run in each of the last two frames to seal the victory.
Trailblazers Top Wrightstown The Trailblazers rallied late Friday to win their home baseball game 7-6 over Wrightstown at Algoma’s Perry Field.
Trailing 6-5 in the bottom of the sixth with two outs and runners on second and third, Tanck hit a line drive to right-center field which scored Jack Haen and Roman LeClair to give Ahnapee the lead.
Massey closed out the seventh inning on the mound without allowing a run to secure the victory. He worked the final two innings when Wrightstown tallied an unearned run.
Hansen started at pitcher for Ahnapee and went five innings, allowing five runs, one earned.
The Trailblazers led 4-0 after three innings, before giving up three runs in the fourth and two in the fifth. Haen and LeClair led Ahanpee at the plate with two hits apiece. Massey, Prescott and Collin Everard each added a hit for the Trailblazers.
about her family’s summer home.
“You see the people sitting on the porch, there’s a picnic going on the lawn, kids are playing. It’s a dream summer home for a lot of people.” After over a century at its corner location in downtown Fish Creek, the Schreiber home was moved to a new site on Gibraltar Bluff Road.
The move made by DeVooght House Lifters was no easy feat, with a steep climb up state Highway 42 and several setbacks. However, the history and memories the house is filled with made it all worth it for the family.
“It was [my grandmother’s] pride and joy,” Smith said. “She just adored that house. I think that’s why we crazily have endeavored on trying to move it and save it, because, well, we love it too.”
Although it’s a cool story to report a massive and iconic house traveling a 3.3-mile journey, there’s a cool story behind the home itself. It all began back in 1923 with Lester and Amanda Schreiber, who operated a general store on the main street of Fish Creek (now known as The Fish Creek Market). Lester and Amanda lived with their two sons, Edward and Robert, above the store in what is now the Shiny Moon Café.
It was also here that Amanda gave birth to a baby girl named Helen. With a growing family, the Schreibers decided to buy the property on the corner of Spruce.
Lester created the unique floor plan himself, complete with six beds, one bath, and a full basement. He even scoured the countryside for rocks to create the front porch’s foundation.
The house remained in the family, with Lester and Amanda’s daughter, Helen, and her husband Earle moving into the house as their summer residence in 1983. Along with Ann Thorp, Helen led Fish Creek’s historic walking tour until she was in her eighties, sharing personal stories and anecdotes from her childhood. Halfway through, they would stop at the house on the porch for homemade cookies and lemonade before continuing.
The house stayed in the family, used mostly as a summer home by Helen’s daughter, Barbara Smith.
However, Smith’s family was the only one using it, so they decided to sell it in November of last year to a young family that fell in love with it.
“We sold it to somebody who was going to keep it as a family home,”
said Smith. “That was number one on our list.”
With the house being built in the early ‘20s, however, the home lacked some of the modern conveniences like a master bedroom ensuite, a dishwasher, and a fridge that wasn’t on the back porch. The new owners had intended to remodel. Upon learning it would be less expensive to demolish the home and start from scratch, they reached out to Smith to tell her the news. Instead, they sold the house back to Smith for $1.
“They were very excited we were going to save it,” Smith said.
That family will now build a new home at the site, and the Schreiber house will begin its new chapter at a woodsy location, while remaining in the family as Helen had dreamed. Smith’s daughter and Helen’s greatgranddaughter, Robin Dowdle, has bought the house for her and her family.
“[Helen’s] dream was to have her grandkids and great grandkids spending summers in that house,” said Smith. “[It] will be in a different location, but the house will still hold many family memories of summers past. It feels wonderful to be able to look forward to making new memories in the same old house.”
The crowd watches as the house begins its move up the hill. CASSIDY JOHNSON
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DOROTHY LOUISE (SCHUMACHER) BERG
Aug. 12, 1925 - June 21, 2025
“On Saturday, June 21, 2025, I, Dorothy Louise (Schumacher) Berg, age 99 (52 days shy of being 100), of the Town of Sevastopol, left this world to join my husband, Ralph Berg, our youngest daughter, Laurie Connell, my parents, and many other relatives and friends.
I was born Aug. 12, 1925, in Peoples Hospital on what is now Memorial Drive in Sturgeon Bay. Cleveland “Cleve” and Emeline (Peterson) Schumacher were my parents. I grew up on my parents’ farm in the Town of Nasewaupee and enjoyed every moment of farm life. It was here that I enjoyed the many animals that were part of a farm which included cats, dogs, calves, and horses. It was on this farm that I learned to, and enjoyed, driving my dad’s team of horses, Bob and Nig. This love of animals extended to all animals whether tame or wild.
I attended Wilson School on County S for my first eight grades and graduated from Sturgeon Bay High School in 1942. It was in high school that I took many business courses which helped me in my job at Door County Abstract and Insurance Company. I learned to play the violin in grade school and happily played it in the high school orchestra and with the Sawyer Methodist Church orchestra.
On Oct. 9, 1948, Ralph and I were married in the Algoma United Methodist Church. We had 67 fun years together. We had a great married life, buying our home in the Town of Sevastopol, raising our two daughters, Susan and Laurie, and enjoying all the happy times spent with them. At our home, we enjoyed many cats, dogs, and horses. Yes, I even bought my own Arabian horse, Sadiq, as did Ralph, Sahara, to ride and enjoy. We had so much fun, and Sue and Laurie had ponies and eventually needed horses, Sue’s Golden Joe, and Laurie’s Champ. Ralph and I were charter members of the Cherryland Horse Club and were members of the Cherryland Drill Team; and we helped with the Special Express Project for many years.
Ralph and I enjoyed traveling. We traveled to 49 states, most of the Canadian provinces, and Mexico. We went to Europe several times. We also traveled to Africa. In all our travels, we enjoyed meeting the people and seeing the animals of those parts of the world. Over the years, Ralph and I had fun raising our daughters, Sue and Laurie, square-dancing, crosscountry skiing (often with friends), collecting antiques, garage sales, visiting with our friends, and tending to our home, garden, and pets. I was an activity leader for the Pioneer 4-H Club, a pink lady at the Door County Memorial Hospital, and am a member of the United Methodist Church in Sturgeon Bay. Throughout my years, I couldn’t resist picking up interesting rocks and fossils from Door County or from our travels.
On Oct. 27, 2015, we lost Ralph. He left this world for a much better place - Heaven. We miss him so much. On Oct. 17, 2024, our youngest daughter, Laurie, passed away. Along with Ralph and Laurie, I am preceded in death by my parents, Cleve and Emeline Schumacher; and sisters and brothers-in-law, Lois (Ken) Soule and Nina (Robert) Evenson; Ralph’s parents, Rudy and Ella Berg; Ralph’s sisters, Ruth Petzka and Dorothy; and nieces, Joyce Petzka and Sharon Bergantino.
I am survived by my daughter and sons-in law, Susan (Jeffrey) Deprez of Reedsville and Dale Connell of Sturgeon Bay; and two nephews, Gary Soule of Sturgeon Bay and Rock Evenson of Jackson, WI.
My funeral service was held at 11 am on Wednesday, July 2, 2025 at Sturgeon Bay United Medthodist, 836 Michigan Street, with Pastor JoAnn Meyer and Pastor David Leistra officiating. I was laid to rest in Schumacher Cemetery, beside my husband, Ralph.
Visitation was from 5 until 7 pm on Tuesday, July 1, 2025 at Huehns Funeral Home, 1414 Michigan Street, Sturgeon Bay and continued at the church on Wednesday from 9:45 until 10:45 am. Memorials made be given in my memory for the Sturgeon Bay United Methodist Church Parish Nurse Program (836 Michigan Street, Sturgeon Bay, WI 54235; sturgeonbayumc.org); or the Door County Land Trust (P.O. Box 65, Sturgeon Bay, WI 54235; doorcountylandtrust.org).
Have Fun, Everyone, Love, and God Bless.” —Dorothy Expressions of sympathy, memories and photos may be shared with my family via my tribute page at www. HuehnsFuneralHome.com.
Note from my daughter, Sue: My mother enjoyed meeting and talking to people. There are several people who she really has enjoyed being with these past years. I’d like to mention some and apologize to those who I might miss: Jean, Joyce, Donna, Linda, Julie, Jamie, Karen, Marty, Anika, Lars, Danny, Mike, all of the Haberli kids, and all of the people who took care of my mother these past five years. She enjoyed all of you.
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Clifford H. Karnitz
July 12, 1930 - June 25, 2025
Leo Aaron O’Connell
Oct. 31, 1930 - Dec. 11, 2024
Dorothy Louise (Schumacher) Berg
Aug. 12, 1925 - June 21, 2025
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Scott F. Farley
May 16, 1970 - June 26, 2025
Scott F. Farley, 55, of Sturgeon Bay, passed away suddenly at his home on June 26, 2025. He was born May 16, 1970, in Sturgeon Bay to Darrell and Katherine (Honold) Farley. Scott graduated from Southern Door High School in 1988 and was a standout in wrestling. He was currently employed at MCC (WS Packaging) in Algoma. Scott loved fishing, hunting, camping, weed whipping, basically doing anything outdoors. He will always be remembered for “going fast”. Scott valued kindness and thoughtfulness and was always ready to lend a helping hand whenever needed. He treasured the time spent with his family, especially his boys and grandson. A Time of Sharing will be conducted at 7:30 pm on Monday, June 30, 2025, at the Forbes Funeral Home in Sturgeon Bay. Visitation will be from 3:00 p.m. until the time of services at the funeral home on Monday.
LEO AARON O’CONNELL
Oct. 31, 1930 - Dec. 11, 2024
that anymore. He’s coached at all different levels. He knows how to get the skills relayed to the kids.’’
That said, Kordon has no regrets about switching to Washington Island, a team where he had many friends – and a team that needed pitching. Also, the clock was ticking.
“I was 25,’’ Kordon said, “and our other best players were 15 years old.’’
Charlie’s message to his youngsters?
“Stick with it. You have to trust the process,’’ said first baseman Owen Dannhausen, who will be all of 17 years old this month. “It took a while to win games. But we wanted to start something here.’’
Another trend that Wood is battling: Baileys Harbor has had a Hall of Fame of young talent over the years. But after gaining experience, they have moved on to other teams.
“I hope everyone stays here. But people do what they do,’’ said pitcher Aaron Brey, who’s also 17.
“Charlie came up to me early. I’ve always liked Charlie as a coach. He’s always taught me good things, and I feel like I can trust him. I want to stay here and show my abilities. I mean, he really built it.’’
Like Dannhausen, Brey has one year left in what has been a fine all-conference career at Gibraltar.
Leo Aaron O’Connell of Lakewood, Colorado, passed away at 94 years old on Dec. 11, 2024, after a bout of pneumonia and a brief ER visit. He leaves behind his beloved wife, Kathryn Schuette & three children, Sidnie, Tim (Sheila) & Peter (Josina); seven grandchildren, Kathleen (Kyle), Tessa (Tyler), Kennedy, Peter (Anh), Aaron (Mairead), Mary (Michael) & Gabriel (Nico); and six great grandchildren, Lorelai, Brady, Henry, Alaina, Niamh, and Marlee.
Leo was born on Halloween, Oct. 31, 1930, in Reedsville, Wisconsin, and grew up in nearby Manitowoc, with his older brother, Irish twin, Gene. He attended St. Norbert’s High School and College in De Pere, a suburb of Green Bay, graduating with a BA in economics. During his time there, he excelled in nearly every sport, especially football and baseball and was named athlete of the year in his senior year of college.
Turning down a minor league contract with the Chicago Cubs after college, Leo accepted a commission as a second lieutenant in the U.S. Army. “A sure thing” as he liked to say, compared to the uncertainty of a chance in baseball. During his career in the military, he served in the 82nd Airborne Division and the Adjutant General’s Corps. His tours of duty took him around the world to Korea, North Carolina, Alaska, Indiana, Virginia, Vietnam, back to Virginia, Belgium, and New Jersey, in that order. He retired after 20 years of service to his beloved country with the rank of Lieutenant Colonel. Leo and Kay decided to stay in New Jersey after his retirement and moved to Medford Lakes where they lived in the same home for 42 years.
Once settled in their new home in New Jersey, Leo began working for the State in the real estate area, but this only lasted seven years. He’d always dreamt of running his own business and jumped at the opportunity to purchase an established enterprise, Goldscheider of Vienna, Inc., located in Trenton, NJ, that had fallen into hard times. The company was and still is a wholesaler of religious statuary and related items from Europe and now mostly from the Far East. In this venture, Leo relished the opportunity to once again travel to Europe, meet new people, and enjoy wonderful cuisines. Through his steadfast effort and determination, he turned this rundown business into a successful entity within a few years and eventually turned the day-to-day operations over to his eldest son, Tim, before retiring for good at the age of 62.
Leo spent the remainder of life pursuing his many passions, golf, cooking, hunting, and spending summers in Door County. He and Kay eventually purchased some vacant land in Egg Harbor and began building their dream home in 2003 on the bluffs overlooking Green Bay. They spent many summers, and some winters, there with family and many friends.
In 2015, they moved from New Jersey to Lakewood, Colorado to be closer to Sidnie and Peter. Despite the altitude causing Leo breathing issues, he enjoyed the Colorado scenery and outdoors and finding new buddies on the golf course. He and Kay continued to return to Egg Harbor, but each time for shorter visits. Eventually, his breathing difficulties forced him to put away his beloved golf clubs and limit his ventures primarily to eating, watching the Green Bay Packers and Alaskan wilderness programs, and spending time with the Lord. He was always a faithful prayer warrior and devoted more and more time to God as his final days drew near.
Leo will be interred at Evergreen Cemetery, in Manitowoc, on July 22, 2025, at 11 am.
“I’m hoping to get an offer from a D-2 or D-3 school,’’ said Brey, who will be seen by college coaches at a prospects camp later this summer.
Wood’s system isn’t for everybody. He prefers players who dial down other sports to hone their baseball skills year-round. He has held off-season workouts for the A’s, a novelty in the Door County League. He wants a commitment.
“My background is full go,’’ he said. And now, the A’s will see how far they can go.
Herb Gould’s new deep-dive biography, Lambeau: The Epic Life of Earl Louis “Curly’’ Lambeau, The Man Who Invented the Green Bay Packers, is now available at bit.ly/GouldLambeauBook and other outlets.
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CLIFFORD H. KARNITZ
July 12, 1930 - June 25, 2025
Clifford H. Karnitz, 94, Algoma, passed away peacefully, Wednesday, June 25, 2025, at Autumn’s Journey. He was born July 12, 1930, in Brussels to Fred and Anna (Yost) Karnitz.
Cliff attended Tornado Grade School and Brussels High School. As a young man he worked for Badger State Cheese Co., and Champion Paper. He retired from the US Plywood/Algoma Hardwoods in 1996, after working there 49 years.
He served his country in the US Army from 1951-1953, with most of his time in the Korean War as part of the 10th Combat Engineer Battalion. Cliff’s favorite hobbies were baseball, fishing, deer hunting, a good game of sheepshead and a nice cold beer.
On July 3, 1954, he married the cheese maker’s daughter, Carol J. Koehler at Emanuel Lutheran Church, Kolberg, WI.
Cliff is survived by daughter Vicki (Steve) Karnitz, Algoma; son Danny (Janna) Karnitz, Forestville; three grandchildren, Zachary (Amanda) LeDocq, Bennett and Levi Karnitz; three great grandchildren Payton, Addilyn and Brexlee LeDocq; brother Ken Karnitz and many nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Carol, parents, mother-in-law and father-in-law Esther and Gerhardt Koehler, six brothers, six sisters, seven brothers-in-law and six sisters-in-law.
Cliff’s wishes were to have no public viewing or service. Private burial in the Evergreen Cemetery with full military rites.
Cliff’s family would like to sincerely thank Unity Hospice, including Heather, Jenn, Amy, and the rest of the staff. Special thank you to Jennie and her amazing staff at Autumn’s Journey for the care they provided our “Dad” in his short time there.
The Schinderle Funeral Home was entrusted with the arrangements for Cliff and his family. Express your sympathy, memories and pictures on Cliff’s tribute page at schinderlefuneralhome.com
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Whether it’s through serving on committees and boards, giving to local fundraisers, or twisting arms himself,
Eric – and Dee – have made giving back a cornerstone of their lives. That selflessness is being honored this year with the Door County Community Foundation’s annual Philanthropist of the Year award.
Someone to Count On Dee calls her husband a consistent man.
“If you need something done, you call him,” she said, in her typical gentle but matter-of-fact manner. “He’s reliable, and right as rain.”
He first showed that side of himself to her shortly after they met at a party in Sturgeon Bay over Christmas break. He was attending Carroll University in Waukesha, Wisconsin, and she was studying at the University of WisconsinOshkosh. They hit it off.
“Oh my god, he’s such a nice guy and so interesting, and kind of cute,” Dee recalled thinking.
But she was heading off to England to study abroad and he was heading to optometry school.
“I thought it was too bad I met him at the wrong time,” Dee said.
But Eric wasn’t dismayed. Almost every day, when she was staying in a youth hostel in England, she would find a letter from Eric. Eighteen months after they met, they were married.
Eric initially aimed to follow in his father’s footsteps as a dentist, but got wait-listed for a program. That decided it – he’d be an eye doctor instead.
Soon after college, Dee went to work at Sturgeon Bay Schools and Eric came home to work for Dr. C.L. Pfarr at his optometrist’s office, located in the same building as his dad’s dental practice on 3rd Avenue.
“I worked for him for a year, then he offered to sell me his practice and I said yes, and the rest is history,” Eric said.
He applied to one college, one optometry school (Illinois College of Optometry) and spent his career working in just one place.
“I wanted to live somewhere that I thought would be safe for my family, and Sturgeon Bay just felt like the place I belonged,” Eric said. “I guess you could say I knew what I wanted and stuck with it.”
That decision has been trickling down to the community for decades. Eric has spent his life surrounded by giving people, beginning with his father, Gorgas, and instilling the same ethic in him.
His mother was diagnosed with breast cancer when he was young, and suffered a stroke that left her immobile. An “oopsie” baby who was 8 years younger than his next sibling, Eric helped take care of
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his mother for five years before she died when he was a senior in high school.
He was there at the founding of the Door County Community Foundation. He served on city committees, as a Sunday school teacher, and at the Sturgeon Bay Yacht Club. He’s been a committed Rotarian who has hosted, with Dee, multiple exchange students in their home.
Dee is just as giving, whether it be in her 21 years as a teacher at Sturgeon Bay Schools, as a founding board member of Write On, Door County, or as a support for students through outlets like the Clipper Collection, an annual compendium of student writing.
“One of the things about how they approach their philanthropy is they are so modest about it,” said Bret Bicoy, executive director of the Door County Community Foundation. “And yet they can convince so many people to follow their lead with such a modest voice.
The way they go about doing this is so inspiring.”
The Paulsens have hosted events in their home to spread the word about worthy community causes, and Eric even used his birthday party as a fundraiser for the United Way. Amy Kohnle has worked with the Paulsens extensively in her 25 years at United Way of Door County.
“Eric is an amazing individual,” Kohnle said. “He joined the United Way board maybe a year or two after I started. We were really in a different growth stage. He was always fighting for what we needed to make smart and sound business decisions.”
But his impact isn’t just local. Paulsen has taken several mission trips to Mexico and the Dominican Republic to provide free eye care to hundreds of people without access to it.
“I’ve been on three of those trips with him,” said Eric’s daughter, Annika, who has taken over the family optometry business. “In the U.S., access to care is often about affordability and insurance coverage. Down there, they don’t even have people and facilities to go to. Things that are easily treatable go untreated. That was a very rewarding thing to be a part of.” Home in Sturgeon Bay, the Paulsens’ passions lie in people, particularly kids.
“Your true person is who you are when no one’s looking,” Annika said. “He’s very driven by a desire to do the right thing for people. He feels he’s been so lucky in his life that he has time and talent to give to other people, making sure everybody has a safety net in the community.”
It’s a responsibility he takes seriously for a community he takes pride in being part of. A community that is lucky this boy came home.
This story first appeared in the Door County Living magazine’s Philanthropy 2025 issue.
When Home Isn’t Safe: Domestic Violence and Rural Homelessness in Door County
In Door County, where scenic views and tourism define much of the public image, the hidden realities of homelessness often go unnoticed.
Yet for many residents – especially those fleeing domestic violence – this beautiful region can be a place of seclusion, vulnerability, and housing insecurity. Domestic violence is one of the leading drivers of homelessness across the country. Survivors often face a devastating choice: remain in an abusive situation or leave with nowhere to go. In rural counties like Door, that choice is even harder. Emergency shelters in neighboring counties may be full, transportation is limited and affordable housing options are few and far between.
Unlike urban homelessness, which may be more visible in parks or downtown corridors, rural homelessness often hides in plain sight. People live in vehicles parked at rest stops, in unheated campers on deserted landscapes, storage units, or move from one friend’s couch to another. In Door County, seasonal housing shortages and short-term rentals can make the problem worse, leaving year-round residents with nowhere stable to live once tourist season drives up rent.
Advocates and service providers in northeastern Wisconsin report that many individuals seeking help have fled domestic abuse. Some return to dangerous situations simply because they lack alternatives to permanent housing. Others remain hidden, afraid
to come forward or unsure where to turn. That is why accurate data collection is so essential and why community members are being asked to help.
The Lakeshore Point-in-Time (hereafter, PIT) Count will take place the night of July 23 through the early morning of July 24, across Door, Kewaunee, Manitowoc and Sheboygan Counties. This biannual, federally coordinated event aims to count individuals experiencing homelessness on a single night. The data reported from the PIT Count helps determine funding, inform policy decisions and shape local services.
Volunteer support is needed for two shifts 11 pm to 2 am, and 4 am to 6 am —to help canvass neighborhoods and known locations, identify people experiencing homelessness, and connect them with local resources, including domestic violence services, housing programs, and emergency aid.
Training is provided, and volunteers work in teams for safety. For those who cannot attend, the Lakeshore Housing Coalition is also accepting donations through an online Amazon Wishlist, which provides supplies to people in need across the region.
Rural homelessness is easy to overlook, but it is real and often rooted in trauma. By volunteering for the PIT Count, community members can help bring these stories to light, ensuring that all individuals in Door County, no matter their situation, are seen, supported and counted.
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AMVETS Post 51 of Sturgeon Bay hosted its installation banquet for 2025-26 officers, swearing in new officers on June 24 at the Lodge at Leathem Smith. (From left) Rich Woldt, two year trustee; Wayne Kliest, third vice commander; Bob Gamble, first vice commander; Dean Krueger, treasurer; Jim Newman, chaplain; Dave Thostensen, provost marshal; Lynn Dettman, quartermaster; Phil Weidner, three year trustee, Ken Pollock, service officer; Bob Konrad, second vice commander; Pat McCarty, judge advocate; and Bill Forry, SEC representative. SUBMITTED AJ DILLON HONORED AS HOMETOWN HERO
The man with the nicknames of “Quadzilla,” “The Quadfather” and “The Mayor of Door County” is adding a new one. He’s now a “Hometown Hero.” The Wisconsin State Assembly recently honored former Green Bay Packer running back AJ Dillon as a Hometown Hero for his work in the community. Representative Joel Kitchens nominated Dillon for the award, saying Dillon and his wife, Gabrielle, are devoted to Door County.
“The Mayor of Door County doesn’t just promote our area, he makes a huge difference in our communities,” Kitchens said.
The Dillons launched the Dillon Family Foundation in July 2024 to target food insecurity and to support youth. Their Carry for a Cause initiative delivered 1,400 backpacks filled with food for children and families in need throughout Door County and Green Bay. Dillon has also spent many hours supporting the Boys and Girls Club of the Bay and Lakes Region. “At a time when so many of the people our kids idolize end up letting them down, AJ is a person every parent would be happy to have their kids emulate,” Kitchens said. The Hometown Heroes program seeks to identify and recognize individuals from around the state who give of themselves to make a difference in their communities and the lives of those around them.
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bring-your-own picnic social hour begin at 5 pm on the terrace. Over $33,000 will be awarded that evening to local nonprofits by over 409 members. With this 29th giving event, 100+WWC will have given over $751,000 in 77 awards to 71 different Door County nonprofits since 2018. Three nonprofits will be considered this quarter: Door County Historical Society, Peninsula Music Festival and Door County Knock Publishing Company. The 100+WWC members who nominated these nonprofits will present the organizations, and nonprofit representatives will be available for questions. Representatives from The Ridges Sanctuary will share the impact of their 100+WWC April 2024 award and information about the organization. Three additional nonprofits will be selected from member nominations for consideration at the Oct. 27 giving event. New members are always welcome. For more information, visit 100wwcdoorcounty.org.
Contact: lakeshorehousingcoalition@gmail.com or 920.803.6991.
This article is brought to you in part by the Door County Coordinated Community Response (CCR) to Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Teams and the Door County Elder and Adult-at-Risk Interdisciplinary Team.
Eric Paulsen on one of his mission trips – he’s taken several to Mexico and the Dominican Republic – to provide care to hundreds of people without access to eye doctors. SUBMITTED
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ALTRUSA EARNS GRANT, WELCOMES
Altrusa recently welcomed Diane Gruener, Meredith Templin and Mary Templin to the organization during a ceremony led by vice president Laura Voeks and director Lori Anderson. The new members received their Altrusa pins from their sponsors and flowers from the club.
GIRL SCOUTS GET GRANT TO ADVANCE EQUITY
The Girl Scouts of the Northwestern Great Lakes have been awarded a Women’s Fund Community Grant of $4,000 from the Door County Community Foundation.
The grant will help ensure that all Girl Scouts in Door County, regardless of their background or financial circumstances, have access to programs that build confidence, leadership skills and a lifelong commitment to community. The funding helps remove barriers to participation by providing financial assistance for membership, camp, uniforms, programs and other expenses for families who may not otherwise be able to fully participate in the Girl Scout experience.
CANARY FUND GRANT FOR REGIONAL CHANGEMAKERS
Individuals from 12 Northeast Wisconsin counties, including Door County, can now apply for grant dollars of between $1,500 and $5,000 through The Canary Fund, a nonprofit that supports changemakers working to address unmet needs in their communities.
Visit thecanaryfund.org for a prescreen grant application form and guidelines. Applications will be accepted online through Aug. 20. The Canary Fund welcomes applications from individuals or community groups that aren’t necessarily recognized as established organizations.
“Seed grants are an important way to support individuals and fledgling community groups that see unmet needs and strive to help in positive ways,” The Canary Fund President Pete Angilello said. “The grant dollars acknowledge and validate that their activities are important and valued in our communities. They can also help take early-stage projects to the next level.” Funding may be provided to, but is not limited to, projects involving human services and basic needs; youth leadership and development; support for Indigenous and emerging populations; human rights, especially LGBTQ+ communities; innovative programs for seniors; arts and culture; health and wellness, especially in the areas of trauma, depression and suicide prevention; environmental sustainability and stewardship; animal rights and welfare; and economic empowerment.
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The parades marking Independence Day in Door County take place in Baileys Harbor, July 4, at 10 am, with many floats – and parade-goers – traveling to Egg Harbor to continue parading, that one at 1:30 pm.
The parades are an opportunity for Door County businesses to float their stuff, with many revealing the personality of their
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relationship. Their float for the past few years has been a notable one – a replica of the business’s building from the outside. Much like the actual business, however, the float has undergone construction this year. Instead of the outside, this year the women have created a float that clones the bar inside the pub.
The business started entering the parade a few years ago after a casual conversation among the friends, including Cornerstone Pub bartender of five years Deb Franke, who said she took it upon herself to be their designated ‘float girl.’
The rest of the crew is made up of Franke’s friends, some she met at the Cornerstone Pub, some who followed her from her
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Concert tickets are available for purchase online at birchcreek.org/ tickets or by phone at 920.868.3763. Ticket prices are $33 for adults, $10 for students and $6 for children 11 and younger. Premium seating and group rates are also available. Birch Creek Music Performance Center is located at 3821 Cty E in Egg Harbor.
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prelude at the Kane Gazebo. On July 5, Romantic Reverie features guest violist Matthew Lipman, one of the world’s leading young soloists, performing “Viola Concerto” (adapted from Mozart’s “Clarinet Concerto K.622”). The program also includes Wagner’s “Rienzi Overture” and Gounod’s “Faust Music for the Ballet.” Next, Triumph and Pageantry will be presented on July 10. Trumpet soloist Mary Elizabeth Bowden joins the orchestra for Arutunian’s “Trumpet Concerto,” paired with Elgar’s “Cockaigne Overture” and Beethoven’s “Symphony No. 7.”
In Mastery and Myth on July 11, pianist Jonathan Bass performs Beethoven’s “Piano Concerto No. 4.”
The evening also features Suppé’s “Poet and Peasant Overture” and Stravinsky’s “Firebird Suite.”
The series ends July 12 with Celebrating 50 Years: The Music of Michael Thurber. Guest artist, composer and bassist Thurber performs his original work “Orchestral Dances” along with pieces by Eccles, Weber/Berlioz and Gounod. In addition to Birch Creek’s orchestra concerts, students perform in one or more chamber music ensembles. In a culmination of this unique learning opportunity, the Town of Egg Harbor is sponsoring a free family concert on July 12, 1 pm in Juniper Hall.
Dozens of student chamber groups will perform. Free admission may be reserved at birchcreek.org/tickets, and the audience may come and go anytime between 1 and 4 pm.
Door County community ensemble the Peninsula Symphonic Band will perform a free concert on July 5, 11 am at Martin Park, 207 S. 3rd Ave. in Sturgeon Bay. Taking place at the tail end of the nearby Sturgeon Bay farmers market, the concert will feature a variety of music, including patriotic selections, movie themes and some special works to round out the program. The band currently has 75 members ranging from high school students to musicians 80-plus years old. The ensemble rehearses every Monday night at Prince of Peace Lutheran Church in Sturgeon Bay to prepare for seven annual concerts. The upcoming concert is free, but donations are encouraged and help support the band and its summer band camp scholarship program. For more information, visit peninsulasymphonicband.org or contact peninsulasymphonicband@gmail.com.
NORTHERN SKY CELEBRATES ANNIVERSARY, HERBST’S CAREER
To celebrate the theater company’s 35th anniversary, Northern Sky Theater representatives will hold a special performance on July 8, 3-5 pm at Noble Square, 4167 Main St. in Fish Creek.
Titled Doc Heide and Friends, the show will include folk songs from the theater company’s earliest years.
Later in the month, a performance titled Jeff’s Playlist will pay tribute to the career of Jeff Herbst, who recently transitioned to emeritus status after 32 years as Northern Sky’s artistic director. The performance includes Herbst’s favorite songs and stories from the 80plus world premieres he helped bring to life onstage. The show is set for July 26 at Northern Sky’s Peninsula State Park amphitheater, 10169 Shore Road in Fish Creek. Seating starts at 7:45 pm and the performance starts at 8:15 pm. No park vehicle sticker is required for entry. Tickets are free, but guests are asked to RSVP by July 21 to reserve seats. Visit northernskytheater.com/jeffs-playlist-2 to make a reservation.
instrumental works, culminating in a performance of the “Brandenburg Concerto No. 5 in D Major, BWV 1050.” Additional musicians include violinist Chris Bolduc, violist Allyson Fleck, cellist Mara McClain and bassist Kris Saebo. Concerts take place July 9, 7 pm at Woodwalk Gallery, 6746 Cty G in Egg Harbor; July 10, 7 pm at Peninsula School of Art, 3900 Cty F in Fish Creek;
July 12, 7 pm at Björklunden, 7590 Boynton Lane in Baileys Harbor; and July 13, 4 pm at the Kress Pavilion, 7845 Church St. in Egg Harbor. Tickets are $39.99 for adults and $19.99 for students. Children 12 and under are admitted for free with an adult. Premium prices apply for special events. Flex-packs of six tickets for the price of five tickets are also available. Tickets are available online at midsummersmusic.com or by phone at 920.854.7088.
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Misery, adapted by William Goldman from the Stephen King thriller of the same name, will be performed at Peninsula Players Theatre, July 9-27. In Misery, a successful novelist wakes up after a serious car accident in the home of his “number one fan,” where he soon finds out he’s more prisoner than patient. Peninsula Players recommends that viewers be 13 or older as the show contains language and violence. Show times are 8 pm on Tuesdays through Saturdays and 7:30 pm on Sundays, except for a matinee show on July 27 at 2 pm. Tickets cost $51-56, or 50% off for students 18 and younger. For tickets and more information, visit peninsulaplayers.com or call
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July 4, Baileys Harbor 7:30-10am. Pancake breakfast at the Baileys Harbor Fire Department, 2404 Park Road. 9am. Strawberry Fest at the Town Hall, 2392 Cty F. 9am-4pm. Arts and crafts vendors, face-painting for kids and refreshments at Kendall Park, behind the Town Hall. 10am. Parade through downtown. 11 am – 3 pm. Live music by Cathy Grier and the Troublemakers at Kendall Park. Dusk: Fireworks.
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July 3, Egg Harbor 4pm. Refreshments at Harbor View Park, 7809 Hwy 42. Live music by Modern Day Drifters at 5 pm. 4pm. Rhythm and Roots at the Peg Egan Performing Arts Center, 7840 Church St. Market starts at 4 pm; live music by
July 3, Kewaunee 4pm. Kids’ games and refreshments at Lakehaven Hall, 96 Ellis St. 5:30pm. Live music by Stone Sober. Dusk. Fireworks.
July 4, Egg Harbor 11am. Refreshments. 1:30pm. Parade through downtown, followed by a University of Wisconsin marching band performance in Harbor View Park.
July 4, Fish Creek 8am. Hairpin 5K Run/Walk through downtown. Visit hairpinrun.com for details. 5-7pm. Fish Fri concert by Switchback at Fish Creek Beach, 9462 Hwy 42.
July 4, Gills Rock 5pm. Refreshments and live music. 7pm. Boat regatta at the Gills Rock Marina. Dusk. Fireworks. July 4, Sturgeon Bay 5-9pm. Refreshments and live music
July 3, Maplewood 5pm. Refreshment stand opens at the Maplewood Ball Park, next to the Forestville Town Hall, 7705 Cty H. Dusk. Fireworks (rain date July 4).
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After several years, Door County real estate may be entering a more equitable playing field regarding property supply vs. demand---and the moment you’ve been waiting for, Buyers, finally seems to be NOW.
Longer times on market are becoming the new normal, and a wave of exceptional new real estate listings has hit the Door County market, just in time for summer property searches. From cozy cottages to spacious waterfront homes, your choices haven’t been this good in years.
With more options, less competition, and steady interest rates, it’s YOUR turn to find the right home at the right price. Smart Buyers know opportunity when they see it, and we think it’s “knocking at the Door” right now. Let’s work to find your new Door County home together this summer. Contact MaryKay, Kate or Amy to preview or tour the market and answer your questions today.
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Cathy Grier and The Troublemakers provided live music for last year’s Fourth of July celebration in Sturgeon Bay. REMY CARMICHAEL
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How to Train Your Dragon Remake Flies
Stoick the Vast (Gerard Butler, reprising his vocal work from the original from behind a formidable beard and body costume), battles an infestation of marauding dragons of various shapes and sizes that periodically plunder the village for its precious crops.
2010 bid to capture some of that Disney/Pixar magic, and it was successful enough to spawn two sequels that weren’t quite as fresh as the original but entertaining nonetheless. Still, a franchise is a franchise, and now we get the live-action version that puts actors in place of computerized drawings amid a king’s ransom of high-tech special effects.
I admit I was skeptical going in, but this remake of the first film in the series performs quite well as a rousing family adventure. It helps, I suppose, that this version, rated PG like the three animated films that preceded it, is directed by the same guy, Dean DeBlois. He obviously knows this material, which is based on a series of kid-friendly books by Cressida Cowell, and wisely doesn’t muck around trying to juice things up. Instead, he creates a convincing fantasy world in which a tribe of Vikings, led by the gruff warrior
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Stoick has a son named Hiccup (memorably voiced by Jay Baruchel in the animated series but played here by 18-year-old Mason Thames). Stoick loves his son but is embarrassed by his lack of physical prowess. Hiccup is a bit of a klutz and a dreamer, not much interested in learning how to fight and kill, Viking-style. He’d much rather design and build contraptions that might make life easier in the village.
When danger comes swooping down from above, Hiccup is ordered by his father to shelter with the women and children. It doesn’t help his self-esteem that a girl in the village, Astrid (gamely played by Nico Parker) is every bit the warriorin-training that Hiccup is not.
If you’re familiar with the series, you know Hiccup eventually finds himself face to face with an injured Night Fury, the worst kind of dragon because, like a stealth bomber, they can’t be seen when they attack. Killing it would give Hiccup serious cred in the village and impress his father to no end, but instead, he names it Toothless and secretly nurses it back to health, becoming fast friends with it in the process. The scenes of Hiccup and Toothless getting to know and
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Hate Mail will be performed at Rogue Theater at DC Arts Center, 917 N. 14th Ave. in Sturgeon Bay, for six shows July 11-13 and July 18-20. Friday and Saturday shows start at 7:30 pm, while Sunday matinees start at 2 pm. Tickets cost $22 at the door, $20 online at roguetheater.org and $15 for students. For more information, call 920.818.0816.
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trust each other comprise most of the second act in the story, and they include some dragon riding that rivals what James Cameron pulled off in Avatar. We get soaring, diving, swooping and gliding thrilling in design and execution, thanks to the FX team and veteran cinematographer Bill Pope (the Matrix series is among his credits). They’re worth the price of admission by themselves. Audiences seem to agree. How to Train Your Dragon has dominated the box office since its release, assuring that the sequel, which is in the planning, makes it to theaters in 2027. If DreamWorks and director DeBlois, who is slated to again be behind the camera, deliver a film as enjoyable as this one, I might have to change my opinion about live-action remakes and what they can offer. Expect to find Dragon streaming on Peacock early this fall.
In another lifetime, Mike Orlock wrote film reviews for the Reporter/Progress newspapers in the western suburbs of Chicago. He has also taught high school English, coached basketball and authored five books of poetry. He finished his two-year term as Door County’s poet laureate in early 2023.
two-night celebration for the relaunch of the international arts platform Table of the Elements on July 18 and 19.
Night one of the celebration will bring a screening of the nonfiction film Tony Conrad: Completely in the Present on July 18, 8 pm at MUSE Sturgeon Bay, 330 Jefferson St. Tickets cost $15.
The project by award-winning filmmaker Tyler Hubby examines the pioneering life and works of filmmaker, musician, artist and educator Tony Conrad.
Conrad’s 50-year interdisciplinary repertoire inspired and confounded generations of artists, collaborators and fans. In his later years, he continued to perform and make work that pushed the boundaries of reason, for which he has finally begun to receive worldwide attention.
Night two of the relaunch celebration will bring a free presentation titled “Hal Rammel: Views Through a Kaleidophone” on July 19, 7 pm at Within Things, 242 Michigan St., B3, in Sturgeon Bay.
Visual artist, musician and author Rammel will discuss the history of this unusual object along with other information from his forthcoming book to be published by Table of the Elements. Giveaways and vinyl music will round out the event.
Rammel has been involved in the creative arts for the past 45 years. His work as a visual artist encompasses drawing, sculpture, collage, cartooning and photography, and has been shown at the Carnegie Museum of Art in Pittsburgh and the Museum of Contemporary Art in Chicago.
These gatherings, hosted by local musician Jon Mueller, are part of a worldwide series of activities, uniting Table of the Elements’ global community in an ambitious pre-order and membership drive to support the 2025 season of new projects through concerts, exhibitions, pop-ups, listening parties and special collaborations across key cities.
Table of the Elements is a curatorial platform, interdisciplinary production organization, live-event presenter, and fine-arts print, audio and film publisher that began as a record label in 1993. The label’s 150-plus releases include works by international creators of experimental audio, avantperformance and modern composition.
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caves and the unique geology of Door County. At 1:30 pm, a naturalist-led Wandering Wednesday hike will go through the Big Creek Preserve. On July 10, 1 pm, local conservationist Terrie Cooper will lead an Aquatic Adventures nature trek. Participants will dive into the world of aquatic invertebrates, learning about water quality, fish habitats and macroinvertebrate identification. Registration at crossroadsatbigcreek.org is recommended. Unless otherwise specified, events meet at Crossroads’ Collins Learning Center, 2041 Michigan St. in Sturgeon Bay.
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Early-bird registration is open July 16 through Aug. 11 for an online Master Gardener course. The self-paced intro class runs Sept. 7 through Dec. 6, teaching participants key concepts for selecting, growing and maintaining plants, from trees to houseplants to vegetables. For more information, email dcmga4312@gmail.com or visit dcmga.org/become-a-mg.
ALPINE SPORTS CLUB OFFERS DAY CAMPS
The Alpine Resort offers fitness opportunities for competitors of all ages and skill levels. Multi-sport camps are held Monday through Friday, 9 am – 12 pm, offering a variety of sports including pickleball, soccer, golf, tennis and basketball taught by experienced coaches. Participants can sign up for full weeks or single days July 7-11, 14-18 and 21-25. Pickleball and yoga classes are also available. For more information and registration, visit alpineresort.com/sports-club. The Alpine Resort is located at 7715 Alpine Road in Egg Harbor.
GREAT LAKES LANDING BLITZ IS ON TO STOP INVASIVES
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources reminds boaters and anglers to help stop the spread of invasive plants and animals in Wisconsin’s waters as part of the Great Lakes Landing Blitz, June 30 through July 13 over the July Fourth holiday. Clean Boats, Clean Waters watercraft inspectors across the state are stepping up to greet landing visitors, demonstrate how to prevent the spread of aquatic invasive species and answer questions from the public. The following prevention steps are required by state law to help stop the spread of invasives through Wisconsin waters: • Inspect boats, trailers and equipment before and after use. • Remove all mud and attached aquatic plants and animals.
Drain all water from boats, vehicles and equipment, including livewells, ballast tanks and fish buckets. • Never move plants or live fish away from a water body. • Dispose of unwanted bait in the trash.
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FIREWORKS SHOWS
Last week, we asked about your favorite Fourth of July Fireworks show. Here’s where the 189 individuals who responded said is the most spectacular place in Door County to catch a vibrant show:
189 Responses Which Four th of July Fireworks Show is your Favorite?
This week, we want to learn about your interaction with Door County food pantries. Take the survey by the end of Monday, July 7, by going to forms.gle/K5RSijB3XHQc96gL7 or scanning this QR code.
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previous job as the bar manager at Casey’s, and one she met while working alongside her at AC Tap.
“We only go to the Cornerstone to see Deb,” said Leslie Potter, a friend and crew member of Franke’s. “Wherever Debra [works], she gets a good following,” Jess Manson added.
The group includes Franke, the ‘creative director,’ Potter, the ‘builder,’ Lynn Hancock, the ‘supply-runner,’ as well as a concerted effort from Manson, Julie Grant and Dawn Miller.
The six women have been working on the float since the beginning of May. They’ve captured the details of the backdrop to the Cornerstone bar, down to the custom neon sign and bobbleheads of the owners, Paul Salm and Matt Koehler. The float has a bartop, barstools, draft handles and a table that Franke’s dad built 26 years ago for Franke’s daughter.
“It just happened to fit,” Franke said.
Materials were donated from Nate Hatch, a Bailey’s Harbor local.
Something else that’s sure to stand out is the customized bright pink jeep following the float (from where the candy will be thrown to parade-goers). And the owners’ children will be on the float with Jen Nellis, who is considered the face of the Cornerstone, Franke said, after almost 20 years as one of its bartenders.
The float will play the Cheers theme song, a fitting choice as the Cornerstone “is a bar where ‘everybody knows your name,’” as the group all agreed. It’s also a way to honor the recent passing of George Wendt, who played Norm in Cheers.
“This one’s going to last us a few years, so we don’t have to do this again for a while,” said Franke, adding that it made her a little sad because building the float was “a great way to get together.”
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Fundraising and Fun, On and Off the Fairways
by CRAIG STERRETT
Organizers of golf outings keep finding ways to diversify and conquer fundraising goals through efforts that go beyond selling sponsorships and collecting entry fees from golfers.
Golf outings bring in extra funds when participants put down cash for closest-to-the-pin contests, buy chances for door prizes and pay to bid on silent-auction packages before they tee off. Frequently, winners of 50-50 drawings donate the proceeds back to the cause.
Fundraisers also have found ways to raise funds from non-golfers on the day of the event, by inviting them to purchase post-round dinners or pay ride-along fees while accompanying spouses.
And in Door County, some major golf outings also have non-golf fundraisers on the night before the golf festivities. This summer, the 25th Jim Sarkis Memorial Golf Classic fundraiser for Door County Charities started with a three-hour event on the evening of June 22. The first part of the two-day event attracted 99 people to Alexander’s of Door County for dinner, music by Paul Taylor and a silent auction.
Organizer Ben Baranczyk said as of June 26, he did not have fundraising totals from the evening at Alexander’s or the June 23 outing that attracted 108 players to Horseshoe Bay Golf Club.
A Chance to Meet a Hero at the Celebrity Outing
The Boys and Girls Club doesn’t rely entirely on its annual starstudded, Packers hall-of-famerspacked golf outing to raise funds for the many services it provides to area youth (which range from healthy, safe and supervised activities to free meals and behavioral-health services).
This summer, non-golfing guests can buy post-golf dinner tickets to enjoy food at Horseshoe Bay. In addition, eventgoers can meet and hear a speech from cargo ship Captain Richard Phillips, with Danish shipping and logistics company, Maersk, whose true story about survival of a pirate attack became a film starring Tom Hanks.
Celebrity Golf Outing co-Chair Brunette said one of the Boys and Girls Club board members was at a military-base-related fundraising golf outing in Florida and learned of
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Maxwelton Braes Tuesday Night 3-Man Scramble June 24, 2025 Team, points – Rossol 10, Stenzel 8; Hellen 11, Boettcher 7; Miner 8, Harding 10; Thomas 9, Ehlers 9; Meikle 9, Demmin 9; Heyse 9, Reynolds 9; Casperson 11, Allen 7; Ray 7, Axelson 11; Bley 12, Clark 6. Standings: Casperson 76, Reynolds 75, Demmin 70, Allen 69, Axelson 68, Bley 67, Ehlers 67, Rossol 66, Harding 65, Stenzel 61, Thomas 60, Miner 59, Hellen 57, Boettcher 56, Meikle 55, Ray 54, Clark 53, Heyse 48.
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the chance to bring Captain Phillips to Door County.
“Captain Phillips was one of the guests of honor, and one of the people from Sturgeon Bay bid and won the opportunity to bring Phillips to Door County for this fundraiser,” Brunette said.
Soon, people can buy tickets to sit at Captain Phillips’s table at the post-golf dinner, and Brunette said there will be an auction to play in the ship captain’s foursome. Watch for upcoming details from us and the Boys and Girls Club for those ticket sales.
Other than that, there are very few spots open for golfing in the 144-player, 36-team outing Aug. 25 at Horseshoe Bay Golf Club.
The warmup for the golf outing took place June 25 at Maxwelton Braes’ lodge in Baileys Harbor. The Blues, Brews, Bourbon and BBQ event at the historic lodge elicited rave reviews for the music by Cathy Grier and The Troublemakers and the food by Steel Belly BBQ from Algoma, said Brunette, who chairs the event organizing along with Dave Resch.
“They’re fantastic. I can’t say enough about it,” Brunette said of the ’que from Algoma.
Brunette said a previous year’s barbecue event brought in more money simply because of a couple of generous donors who showed up. Still, this year’s event raised $170,000.
“It was a really good event,” Brunette said.
This was the second year for the four-Bs fundraiser for the Boys and Girls Club.
“We did a harvest dinner one year; we like to change this up to keep people interested,” Brunette said. Brunette said several regional celebrities and recent Packers’ retirees who never played in the event before have expressed interest this year. Those attendees were not locked in as of late June, but Brunette is optimistic that some of them will participate.
Joining them will be famous Packers such as Jerry Kramer, David Robinson, Paul Coffman and Harry Sydney, and recent retiree John Kuhn.
Brunette said the Packers’ greats seem to love the event, in part because some Sturgeon Bay resorts roll out the red carpet for them. And of course, they have the rare privilege of playing Horseshoe Bay, a private club.
“That course is meticulously manicured and taken care of. Brian Ferrie, the head groundskeeper, his group does a fabulous job,” Brunette said. And it’s scenic, too.
“The 18th hole, the view from the hole over the bluff is just breathtaking,” Brunette said.
Craig Sterrett, a University of Iowa graduate, award-winning reporter and Sister Bay hardware store manager, finally learned that his putter from 1984 works much better than the one he used all last year.
Hartigan 35, Ken Koceja 35, Ron Koehler 35, Mark Allen 36, Jeff Bolton 36, Dennis Joannides 36, John Kopczyk 36. Top three teams: 71 points (Dave Maurer, Patrick Trimble, John Dwonch, Tim Hartigan); 66 points (Mark Allen, Ron Koehler, Bill Mirgain, Mark Weborg); 61 points (Curt Neudecker, Tom Wilson, Tom Weisensel, Ronald Bushen). Year-to-date average points per flight: A Flight – Mark Allen (7), Laird Hart (6.167), Bob Collins (6); B Flight – Dan Lundquist (6.167), Patrick Trimble (5.833), Dennis Joannides (5.75); C Flight – Tom Weisensel, (6.833), John Dwonch (6.167), John Skogsbakken (5.833); D Flight – Tim Hartigan (5.833), James Steele (5.667), Ronald Bushen (5.5), Larry Neibor (5.5). Longest putts on holes: John Dwonch #2, Tom Weisensel #5, Forrest Smith #8.
Low gross: Frank Williams 39, Laird Hart 40, John Kopczyk 40, Bob Collins 42, Dan Lundquist 42, Dave Maurer 42. Low net: Laird Hart 33, George Cobb 35, John Dwonch 35, Tim
Bonnie Braes Ladies 9-Hole Golf League June 26, 2025 Low gross: 43 – Kim Lindemann, Kelly Murphy, 44 – Laura Maloney, Cindy Wright, 45 – Jeanine Bresnahan, Teresa Martin. Low putts: 15 – Jane Fredrick, Laura Maloney, 16 – Kim Lindemann, Teresa Martin. Most pars: 3 – Kim Lindemann, Linda Mattes, Cindy Wright, 2 – Jeanine Bresnahan, Jane Fredrick, Beth Healy, Kelly Murphy, Julie Perley, Susan Reynolds, Char Scher, Jean Torrey-Canney. Birdies: 1 – Beth Healy, Kim Lindemann, Laura Maloney, Teresa Martin. Chip-ins: 1 – Beth Healy, Maia Halme, Char Scher. Event – three clubs and a putter, winners: 43 – Kim Lindemann, Kelly Murphy, 44 – Laura Maloney. Cindy Wright.
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Three best net scores for the foursome, each hole: -12 – Joe Clanton, Joe Kidd, Ed Movall, Mike Nolte; -9 – Tom Moeller, Dave Gelbke, Bill Shewchuk, David Street. Low individual gross: Steve Smith 77, Joe Clanton 77, Dan Welch 78, Tom Moeller 79. Low individual net: Joe Kidd 69, David Street 70, Ed Movall 71, Steve Smith 71. Closest to the pin #11: Tom Moeller.
Stone Hedge PWGA Women’s 9-Hole League June 24, 2025 Low Scores: Donna Williams 42, Margie Staats 48, Barbara Wiley 48, Jeanine Bresnahan 49. Low Putts: Donna Williams 11, Margie Staats 16. Pars: Donna Williams 2, Margie Staats 1, Barbara Wiley 1. Birdies: Deb Crane 1.
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From the 2024 Boys and Girls Club Charity Golf Club Outing at Horseshoe Bay Farms, David Resch, who organized the celebrity golf outing, chats with club supporters, including Green Bay Packers legend Jerry Kramer, his 11th year attending the outing (he’ll also be attending this year’s event). Also pictured is Bob
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Potawatomi State Park: From quarry scars to quiet shores
by BETSY LECY pulseintern@ppulse.com
This year marks the Wisconsin State Parks System’s 125th anniversary of providing “high-quality outdoor recreation, educational experiences, natural resource stewardship, and other services for visitors throughout the state,” according to a proclamation issued by Governor Tony Evers.
Polk County’s Interstate Park – the oldest state park in Wisconsin – was established in 1900, marking the formation of the park system, which has since grown to include the five state parks within Door County: Potawatomi State Park, Whitefish Dunes State Park, Peninsula State Park, Newport State Park and Rock Island State Park.
Although Door County’s state parks are not yet celebrating their 125th anniversary, they are not far off. In 1909, the first State Park Board was appointed to investigate and make recommendations for the development of a state park system. Landscape architect John Nolen proposed
establishing one in Door County.
According to the Wisconsin Historical Society’s records of the report, Nolen said it’s no question that the peninsula is preeminently qualified for selection as a state park, being its “wild and as yet unspoiled, with alternating interests of woodland and cliff, bay and land.”
“A visit to Door County cannot fail to be memorable,” he wrote in the report from 1909. “One of the undeniable claims of Door County to selection is that this type of scenery does not exist elsewhere in the State.”
This is the second of five installments – the first was Whitefish Dunes State Park –that offer historical snapshots of each of Door County’s five state parks.
From Quarry Scars to Quiet Shores
The steep slopes and rugged limestone cliffs of Potawatomi State Park weren’t always preserved property. Instead, the first indelible marks settlers made on its shores were the scars of quarrying.
It began in 1832 when the government opened a quarry at the foot of the bluff overlooking Sawyer Harbor. At first, the demand for stone was local. But the opening of the canal for heavy traffic in 1881 presented an opportunity for the
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development of large-scale commercial quarries.
With the increasing efficiency of removing rocks from the bluffs, there was a time in the industry when transportation of the stone became as important as quarrying itself. It was not uncommon for the bridge over the canal to be opened 40 times a day during the stoneshopping season, which began in the spring and continued through November.
Yet with World War I, civic building projects came to a halt, and the quarries in Door County had a difficult time staying in business.
Now, traveling through the county, one might not even notice the impact the quarries had on the natural land.
Although the park’s history revolves around the stone industry, Erin Brown Stender, superintendent of Potawatomi State Park (and Whitefish Dune State Park), said the property is named in honor of the indigenous tribe that inhabited the land when settlers first moved in. However, she said the state park lacks physical evidence of indigenous habitation on the property.
The property was declared a state park in 1928. Instead of developing the land further, Brown Stender said the DNR’s main objective is “preserving the original character of the state properties.”
More Than a Meal
by PEGGY REINECK
We didn’t take RSVPs. We just hoped a few friends, neighbors and food lovers might show up for the cookbook launch at Write On, Door County. More than 80 came.
Jerod Santek, founding and artistic director of Write On, told us it was one of the largest events they’ve ever hosted. People came curious – some expecting recipes, others expecting stories – but most walked away with something more.
They came for food, but what they found was connection.
That’s exactly why we created the class: Cook the Book. The book is Theo’s American Bistro: The Dishes That Defined Us in Door County). But before we even finished writing it, Chef Theo Engassner’s partner, Ella, looked at me and said, “We should have a page called ‘So, now what?’” She was right. In that moment, we realized we weren’t just compiling recipes – we were creating something more: a way to build community.
It’s more than a cookbook. More than a class. It’s an invitation to slow down, come together, and stop letting life pass us by while we scroll, rush and isolate.
When I moved to Door County, I was starting a new chapter – just like so many people I’ve met here. We were all looking for something: a way to root, to be known, to show up for each other beyond small talk and surface smiles.
That longing led me to co-found the local chapter of 100 Women Who Care of Door County, which I still deeply value. But over time, I came to understand what Margaret Mead meant when she said, “Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world. Indeed, it’s the only thing that ever has.”
And that’s the heart of Cook the Book stepping out of the crowd and into smaller circles where real connection and change begin. In these spaces, people feel safe enough to be honest about what matters. They show up more fully. They listen more closely. And without the pressure of hosting or planning, cooking side by side becomes a natural way to build trust, share stories, and remember we’re not alone.
That’s how community forms. That’s how change begins – when connection moves us to care, and caring moves us to act together.
Each month, we feature one dish from the cookbook and gather live for Thursdays with Theo – a virtual class where Theo and I walk through the recipe step by step. We
Gas Station Grub
by MIKE BACSI copydesk@ppulse.com
You’re running late to the job site, golf course, ferry dock, dog park (me, with a wound-up hound).
You’re hungry, and your car is running on fumes. Gas stations long ago anticipated this scenario, evolving beyond fuel stops to offer increasingly sophisticated extras. At some places, those extras have become so appealing they may now be the main reason to pull in, with fuel just a bonus.
On the west side of Sturgeon Bay, for example, you can fill up the tank and take a culinary trip to the Punjab region of South Asia. In the back of the station, you’ll find Kinara – where owner Barshdeep Singh and his crew offer a unique grab-and-go menu that includes samosas (a fried, savory pastry snack) and kati rolls (minced lamb meat with Indian spices and yogurt sauce). American classics like Chicago dogs, grilled ham and cheese and fries are also available.
Another gas station grub hotspot: SubExpress and Pizza Primo inside the Shell in front of the former Shopko in Sister Bay. The lunch rush line is long and a good indicator of the quality of the food. The extensive menu draws the work boots and safety-yellow crowd, along with sunblocklathered tourists preparing for a day on the water. You can get subs, pizza, salads and wraps –but insiders will steer you to their famous gyros.
Also in Sister Bay, you’ll find Dovetail Trading – a gas station with a superpower. Owners Terry Wurster and Linda HedeenWurster built a full restaurant (Dovetail Bar & Grill) behind their pumps. Though lacking grab-andgo offerings, the menu merits calling ahead for a take-out order,
or just let your boss know you’ll be late and settle in at the bar with an order of whitefish or mahi mahi tacos.
Brown trout anglers trolling off Cana Island like to hit the water early. Before launching, many stop at Bailey’s 57 to stock up on hot coffee and freshly made sandwiches. The gas station with the best water view in the county (Bhirdo’s Shell in Sister Bay a very close second) was one of the earliest adopters of grab and go. There aren’t many places where you can fill up, get a slice of pizza, and buy a bucket of minnows. Many state Highway 57 drivers blaze through the big curve in Valmy every day without slowing down. Anxious to see Al’s goats? Late for a Cave Point rock-stacking session (don’t do it)? Whatever the rush, consider easing into the parking lot at Foodland – the gas station/grocery store operated by the Welsing family. Inside, you’ll find a loaded deli counter and a few surprises. This time of year, you might see items like asparagus and morel mushrooms from a nearby farmers market. Amish hand pies? Yes indeed. The gooey, buttery-crusted pastry treats are available in many flavors. But outside during the warm months is where the real action is. Inside a mint green trailer, staff are busy deep-frying Renard’s cheese curds and grilling steak sandwiches for passing travelers.
The vibe at Foodland is very retro, as are some of the prices. For $10, you can get a quarterpound black angus burger and an order of fries.
Got a favorite locally-owned option for roadside hunger relief? I’d like to hear about it at copydesk@ppulse.com. Did I forget the massively popular elephant in the room (initials: K.T.)? No. They do it all at those super stations. But if you haven’t yet – give one of the little guys a shot.
make room for questions, mistakes, and real-life interruptions. Then you turn off Zoom and sit down to enjoy the meal with your own people.
It’s simple. Intentional. Powerful.
It’s a book club with a backbone – built around flavor, friendship, and shared purpose.
Each class also includes a Community Challenge Card – a small act to cook it forward. Drop off dinner for someone going through a hard time. Invite a neighbor you’ve been meaning to know. Or gather your group to take action on something that matters.
A portion of every class supports Cooking for a Cause – our flexible effort to respond to food-related needs in Door County and support people who could use a little extra love.
So yes, we launched a cookbook.
But what we’re really building is a movement.
One rooted in the belief that connection is not optional. That food is one of the most powerful tools for healing and hospitality. And that a small group of women –gathering on purpose – can absolutely change the world around them.
As I wrote at the end of the book:
“Take these recipes. Make them your own. Let them be the foundation for new traditions, friendships, and stories worth telling. It’s time to start your own adventure.”
One of my favorite moments from the launch? A grandmother told me she already cooks with her granddaughter once a month – but now she’s planning to cook through the entire book with her over the next year.
“She’s only 19,” she said, “but I want her to learn from someone who’s the real deal. This gives us a plan – and something meaningful to do together.”
It was a beautiful reminder that this isn’t just about learning to cook. It’s about passing something on: a way to connect across generations, build confidence in the kitchen, and create lasting memories around the table.
Whether you’re cooking with family, starting a group of friends, or gathering coworkers – this is one way to begin.
We’re cooking the book. We’re building something that lasts. And we’d love for you to pull up a chair.
Want to join us?
You can find the cookbook, class schedule, and ways to get involved at doorcountyhiddenkitchen.com. Follow @doorcountyhiddenkitchen on Facebook and Instagram for recipes, classes, and stories.
When the Heat is On, Stay Cool and Connected
by CYNTHIA GERMAIN
the day – even if you’re not thirsty. Keep a refillable bottle with you, add a slice of lemon or cucumber if it makes it more inviting, and limit drinks with caffeine or alcohol, which can be dehydrating.
e wait all year for these glorious Door County summers – the sunshine, the many outdoor events, the strawberries and cherries. But as wonderful as this season is, it can also bring intense heat, and with it, serious health concerns, especially for older adults. As we age, our bodies don’t adjust to temperature changes as efficiently. Medications can interfere with our ability to regulate heat, and chronic conditions may increase the risk of heat-related illnesses. What might feel like a warm day to one person can be dangerous to another. So when the thermometer rises, we all need to take a few extra precautions. Remember: • Hydration is everything. Older adults are more susceptible to dehydration, so drink water throughout
• Dress for the weather. Light-colored, loose-fitting clothing helps your body breathe. A wide-brimmed hat and sunglasses aren’t just stylish – they also offer protection. And don’t forget sunscreen! Your skin still needs it.
• Stay cool, literally. Air conditioning is the most effective way to stay safe during extreme heat. If your home doesn’t have AC, spend time in places that do – like the library, the Aging and Disability Resource Center, museums, or even your local grocery store. And take advantage of Door County’s many shaded parks or lakefront breezes in the early morning or later evening hours.
• Know the signs. Heat exhaustion can sneak up on anyone. Watch for dizziness, fatigue, headache or nausea. If you or someone you know starts showing
symptoms, get to a cooler place, drink water and rest. Heat stroke is a medical emergency – call 911 if you’re experiencing confusion, fainting, or hot, dry skin.
• Check on one another. Isolation can be dangerous in hot weather. Take a moment to call or visit a friend or neighbor, especially if they live alone. It’s a small act that can make a big difference.
This summer, savor the sunshine, but be smart about it. Keep an eye on the forecast, listen to your body and take action when it counts.
With a career spanning from nursing home administration to education, Do Good Door County founder and CEO Cynthia Germain has a wealth of experience in enhancing the lives of seniors. She’s dedicated to fostering a vibrant Door County community where older adults thrive, drawing on her passion for elder care and her extensive background in nonprofit leadership to do so.
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TUMBLEWEED RE-CONNECTION, JJ GREY AT DCA
Steve MarchTormé and Michael Murphy will join forces on July 7, 8 pm at the Door Community Auditorium (DCA) to perform Elton John’s classic 1970 album Tumbleweed Connection, along with other hits from that year.
March-Tormé is an acclaimed vocalist, the son of crooner Mel Tormé, and host of radio station 91.1 The Avenue, known for his smooth style and rich storytelling.
Murphy is a Wisconsin-born, Nashville-based singersongwriter known for his heartfelt Americana and rockinfused compositions.
The two artists’ joint performance, Tumbleweed ReConnection, centers around a full-album performance of Tumbleweed Connection, as well as a curated selection of other 1970 songs written by James Taylor, Crosby, Stills and Nash, The Band, James Gang, Chicago and others.
Together, March-Tormé and Murphy take audiences on a journey through one of the most musically transformative years in modern history. Tickets cost $22-45 plus taxes and fees.
Next up at DCA is singer-songwriter JJ Grey and his band Mofro on July 10, 8 pm.
On his 2024 album Olustee, the Florida-born Grey sings personal stories with universal themes of redemption, rebirth, hard luck and inner peace. Fueled by vivid details from his own life and experiences in the Northern Florida swampland, Grey’s gritty baritone testifies with a preacher’s foot-pounding fervor.
Grey’s first two albums were released under the name Mofro, a moniker the young artist chose to describe his music while still working his day job at a lumberyard. He has since used the word to name his band. Together, JJ Grey and Mofro have played countless festivals, including Lollapalooza and Bonnaroo, and shared
holiday in Sturgeon Bay, you can catch Glas Hamr at Kitty O’Reilly’s from 7-10 pm, or head up the road to the Hitching Post for folk and bluegrass from The Hitchhikers from 4-6 pm.
Friday, July 4
Things kick into gear on the fourth, with music all day and night. First up is Baileys Harbor, where the parade starts at 10 am and the music starts with Cathy Grier and the Troubadours at the Town Hall from 11 am - 3 pm.
You’ll also catch acoustic tunes from Jupiter Lynx at Lake Fire, and at night, The Augusta Club will keep it going for the fireworks with Three Springs playing funky instrumentals and “certified hipster covers” from 7-10 pm.
The party moves to Egg Harbor at 1:30 pm for the second parade of the day. George Sawyn warms it up with chill music on the lawn at MacReady Artisan Bread at 11:30 am, then Overburden plays hits from the ‘80s to today, beginning after the parade. Jeremiah Jams keeps it rolling with Psychedelic cheesehead rock from 2-5 pm. Later, Whiskey Ditch will play the big tent at The Alpine from 6-9 pm.
stages with the likes of Lenny Kravitz, B.B. King and The Allman Brothers Band. Grey and the band continue to play over 75 shows a year across the U.S. and around the world. Tickets to the DCA show cost $49.50-$82, plus taxes and fees. Advance ticket purchase is 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 Highway 42 in Fish Creek.
BRITTANY JEAN UP NEXT AT FISHSTOCK
Brittany Jean will return to the Fishstock Summer Concert Series on July 13, 7-9 pm. Jean is a solo folk singersongwriter living in North Central Washington. With a style rooted in the folk and Americana music she has loved all her life, Jean has played the legendary Bluebird Cafe in Nashville, Tennessee; opened for Three Dog Night’s sold-out concert in New York City; and competed in the Kerrville Folk Festival in Texas, where she was
play folk rock at Peach Barn from 3-6 pm; Justin Levanetz plays blues and rock at Savor; and Spike & April play jazz at Twelve Eleven, and the Swedish-American indie pop duo 7000apart will be gracing the stage at Stabbur from 7-11 pm.
In Juddville, singer/ songwriters Eric Hagen and Chris Bishop play The Cherry Hut, and in Fish Creek, Switchback plays in the Fish Fri concert series from 5-7 pm.
In Sturgeon Bay, from 3-7 pm, the all-female band Wine On Friday will be playing hits from the ‘60s to today at Brygga Plates & Pours at Stone Harbor. Glas Hamr will play classic rock at the big celebration at Sunset Park at 5 pm, and Kelly Messer plays classic tunes at Kitty O’Reilly’s from 6-8 pm.
Saturday, July 5
Although the Fourth of July is over, the fun doesn’t need to be.
If you want to stay away from the biggest crowds, you’ve got options. In Sister Bay, JJ Smith will
Door County Brewing Co. kicks it off with Dan Marks at noon, then Chicago Mule takes the stage from 3-7 pm. Jeremiah Jams is back at One Barrel Brewing Company in Egg Harbor at 2 pm, followed by poprock from Doozey from 5-8 pm. Brittany Jean will play at Peach Barn from 3-6 pm, and Foocoustics will play acoustic rock at The Cherry Hut from 3-6 pm.
For those who want to keep the party going, alternative rock band Deep End will play at Stabbur from 7-10 pm, with Wet Possum playing ‘90s and early ‘00s party rock from 7-11 pm at Smashed on the Rocks in Algoma. The Big Tent will rock at Alpine again with Big Mouth and the Power Tool Horns from 6-9 pm. Get away from it all to taste wine while Cathy Grier playing blues at Anchored Roots Winery from 1-4 pm, JJ Smith plays folk and rock from 1-4 pm at Harbor Ridge Winery, Cool Bay Jazz plays from 1-4:30 pm at Simon Creek Vineyard, Thomas Kraack plays Americana at Door 44 from 2-5 pm, and Jim Counter plays rock and country from 1-5 pm at Lautenbach’s Winery & Market. Some of the original members of Unity have formed the band A Legacy of One, playing reggae-jazzpop fusion. Catch them at Smashed on the Rocks at 11 am. There’s much more on the calendar for the big weekend. Check it out in our Events Calendar, or visit doorcountypulse.com/events for the very latest.
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Artist Finds ‘Sacred Space’ in Sturgeon Bay
by TOM GROENFELDT
Barbara Shakal grew up in Green Bay, but she discovered Door County as a teenager.
“Whitefish Dunes State Park has been my second place since I was 19,” she said. “I’d come up here with my
Kids from Wisconsin Features Forestville Performer
Show is part of Southern Door Auditorium’s 2025-26 lineup
Performance troupe Kids from Wisconsin will return to the Southern Door Community Auditorium, 2073 Cty DK in Brussels, on July 18, 7 pm.
This summer’s theme is The Heat is On. The 57th Kids From Wisconsin troupe has curated a playlist to accompany the season, bringing together the most iconic melodies to transport audiences to lazy beach days, family road trips, backyard barbecues and late-night sing-along bonfires.
The ensemble features some of Wisconsin’s most accomplished youth, aged 15 to 20, including 22 singer/dancers and a 14-piece stage band. One of these musicians is Noah Rass from Forestville.
This will be Rass’s first season touring with the troupe as a principal singer/dancer. His previous stage credits include shows with the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point, St. Norbert College’s Next Stage and Southern Door High School. At the high school, he played Bert in Mary Poppins, for which he won Center Stage Outstanding Performance in a Lead Role at the 2024 Jimmy Awards. Visit sdauditorium.org to reserve tickets. For more information, call 920.676.1920.
2025-26 Season Announced The Southern Door Community Auditorium has announced its 2025-26
performing arts season, which begins in July.
The venue welcomed visitors from 134 cities in Wisconsin and 22 other states this past season. This year’s lineup includes a variety of local, regional and national touring acts and the return of several fan favorites.
Kids from Wisconsin July 18, 7pm The 57th Kids From Wisconsin troupe, featuring 22 singer/ dancers and a 14-piece band, plays a curated summer playlist.
ABBAFAB: The Premier ABBA Experience July 23, 7 pm
This multimedia production is a tribute to some of the greatest music produced in the ‘70s and ‘80s.
Fabulous Fifties Sept. 13, 7 pm Daddy D Productions presents a
energy musical and comedy revue packed with the biggest hits of the 1950s.
from Wisconsin continued on
DOOR PRIZE FOR PORTRAITURE
Through july 6
Chez Cheryl Art Space, 8360 High Plateau Road in Baileys Harbor
Twenty-eight artists celebrate the portrait in a variety of media and styles.
63RD ANNUAL WALL-TOWALL JURIED EXHIBIT
Hardy Gallery, 3083 Anderson Lane in Ephraim Through july 6
This season opener features a variety of media by both emerging and established artists from around the Midwest.
EXHIBIT I
Fine Line Designs Gallery and Sculpture Garden, 10376 state Highway 42 in Sister Bay Through july 7
Featuring a plein air painter, a fiber artist, a furniture builder and a landscape artist.
SUMMER GROUP SHOW
Edgewood Orchard Galleries, 4140 Peninsula Players Road in Fish Creek Through july 13
This collection of newly completed pieces by favorite gallery artists evolves as art sells and new works arrive.
THE STREET AND BEYOND
Meadows Gallery, in the Meadows wing of Serenity Spring
Mike Judy Studio & Gallery 6252 Bay Shore Dr. (920) 743-2614 mikejudyart.com Open by Appt. Off the Wheel Pottery 4234 Cty E (920)868-9608 Plum Bottom Gallery (Downtown) 7813 Hwy 42 (920) 743-2819
3 Woodwalk Gallery 6748 Cty G (920) 629-4877 woodwalkgallery.com
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
Senior Living at Scandia Village, 10560 Applewood Road in Sister Bay Through july 15
STREET, an exhibit by local photographer Dennis Connolly, and BEYOND, an exhibit by local mixed-media artist Tom Seagard.
WOMEN AND WATER
Miller Art Museum, 107 S. 4th Ave. in Sturgeon Bay Through july 26
A traveling exhibition by textile artist Mary Burns that celebrates women worldwide who work with, protect and advocate for water. In the mezzanine gallery hangs Magnus Opus: Masters of the Figure from the Permanent Collection.
Stillwoods Art Gallery 11930 Lakeview Road (920)421-0687
Turtle Ridge Gallery 11736 Mink River Road (920) 854-4839
EPHRAIM
Artzy Studio 10329 N. Water Street (608) 438-7633
Blue Dolphin House and BDH Studio 10320 N. Water St. (920) 854-4413
Door County ARTWORKS by Karen Elwing
Shorewood Village Shops, 9922 Water St. (Hwy 42), Unit #4 (262) 993-8484
Ephraim Clayworks 9922 Water Street (920) 854-4110
2 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
FISH CREEK
Brian Pier Gallery & Studio 9341 Spring Road Suite B16 (920) 868-5238
Edgewood Orchard Galleries 4140 Peninsula Players Road (920) 868-3579 Open by Appt.
Emmett Johns Gallery 9100 Hwy 42 (920) 868-3880 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)
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Fantastic: A Tribute to Elton
John Sept. 20, 7 pm
Direct from Las Vegas, this show features Even Stephens, voted #1 Elton John impersonator in the world.
Don’t Squeeze the Charmin – This Show is Rated P&G
Sept. 28, 3 pm
Let Me Be Frank Productions goes behind the scenes of the Charmin TV commercial at Procter and Gamble in Green Bay.
MadHatters
Men’s A Capella
Oct. 4, 7 pm
Founded in 1997,
The MadHatters are the premier men’s a cappella group of the University of Wisconsin-Madison campus.
All Shook Up:
School Edition
Nov. 13-15, 7 pm; Nov. 16, 2 pm
Based loosely on Shakespeare’s Twelfth Night, this musical fantasy features the songs of Elvis Presley.
Celtic Angels
Christmas Dec. 7, 4 pm
This production marries the old and new worlds with traditional and contemporary Irish and holiday favorites.
STEEM For Kids from 1 to 92
Dec. 21, 3 pm
Steve MarchTormé and Michael Bailey of the Vic Ferrari band have joined musical
forces for a genredefying holiday show.
The Fiddler’s Farm Band Jan. 17, 7 pm Rooted in the tradition of classic country, bluegrass and western swing music, this band plays timeless tunes from genre legends.
Miss Door County Scholarship Program Feb. 7, 4 pm Contestants in the Miss Door County, Miss Door County’s Teen and Miss Cherryland competitions face off.
Disney’s Finding Nemo, Jr. March 6-7, 7 pm; March 8, 2 pm
A vibrant underwater world comes to life on stage in a musical story of family, friendship and adventure.
Livin’ La Vida Lutheran March 15, 3 pm The Looney Lutherans use music, comedy and some help from the audience to share their unique lifestyle tips.
I Am, He Said:
Celebrating Neil Diamond
April 12, 4 pm
Matt, Jeff and Tommy Vee, nephew and sons of the ‘60s pop star Bobby Vee, respectively, celebrate a timeless catalog with an allstar band.
No Can Do: A Tribute to the
Music of Hall and Oates
April 17, 7 pm
A night of timeless melodies and classic hits live on stage, this show captures the essence of the duo’s sound.
The Four C Notes: Music of Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons April 26, 3 pm
This show features everyone’s favorite hits, from “Sherry” to “Big Girls Don’t Cry,” to “Can’t Take My Eyes off of You.”
Sing, Door County! May 30, 7 pm
Door County’s biggest singing competition returns for its third year, featuring vocalists from local high schools.
Arts in Education Series Returns
In addition to its performing-arts lineup, the Southern Door Community Auditorium is once again offering an arts in
education series for all educators and students in grades 4K through 8 throughout Door and Kewaunee counties.
Four field trip opportunities will be available during the upcoming school year, with literacy, STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math) and music-based performances that extend learning from the classroom to the theater. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit sdauditorium. org or call 920.676.1920. A limited number of seats are available to the general public; call to check availability.
Mister C Live Vol. 2 – The World in Motion – Newton’s Laws! Oct. 6, 9:30 am and 1 pm With a focus on engaging ways
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Idea Gallery invites the public to its ninth-season Exhibit 2 opening reception on july 5, 4-7 pm at the gallery, located at 6551 Cty T in West jacksonport.
Featured Door County artists with new art in the show include Dan Cross (painting/photography), Diane Cross (jewelry), Lynn Gilchrist (painting) and jean Bass (jewelry).
Featured Wisconsin artists include jodi Gonzales (sculpture), Denise Presnell (painting), Tom Friese (painting), Pat Huss (painting), Mark Kolinski (ceramics), Teresa Lind (sculpture) and Richard Taylor (sculpture).
Other exhibiting artists are from Minnesota, including Wendell Arneson (painting), jeff Boutin (painting) and Robinson Scott (blown glass). Others hail from Chicago, like Karen Sako (painting) and jane Michalski (hot wax encaustic), or New york, like jocelyn Bedford (painting).
2) FINE LINE HOSTS RECEPTION, GLASS ART POP-UP
Fine Line Designs will present a three-day pop-up exhibition featuring nationally recognized glass artist Scott Hartley on july 8-10.
Art collectors, design enthusiasts and the general public are invited to explore Hartley’s work – blown and sculpted pieces that celebrate the interplay of color, light and form while capturing a timeless elegance that resonates with both modern and traditional aesthetics.
Hartley will be on hand july 10, 4-6:30 pm in conjunction with Fine Line Designs’ opening reception for Exhibit II, featuring long-time gallery favorite Pamela Murphy and bronze artist and painter Nathan Bennet.
Murphy, a Door County favorite, returns with her evocative oil and mixed-media paintings. Known for her ability to blend personal nostalgia with a contemporary aesthetic, Murphy uses vintage photographs as the basis for her haunting compositions. Her layered works invite viewers to reflect on memory, identity and the passage of time.
Bennett, a nationally recognized patina painter, returns to Door County with his richly textured metal works. Using heat and chemistry to oxidize bronze surfaces, Bennett transforms metal into vivid, atmospheric scenes, bridging the line between sculpture and painting. Having spent 20 years controlling and developing his process, Bennett seeks
to create images that capture his inner workings through the subjects of trees, moonlight and solitary pathways.
“This show offers a rare dialogue between two artists who explore memory and material in vastly different, yet surprisingly complementary, ways,” gallery owner Shari Gransee said.
Fine Line is located at 10376 Hwy 42 in Sister Bay.
3) WOODWALK HOSTS ON-SITE DAY
Woodwalk Gallery will host its annual On-Site Day, an afternoon of artist demos, on july 9, 11 am – 4 pm.
The event features over 40 Woodwalk artists and makers utilizing the gallery and grounds as their studio for the day, working in paint, clay, glass, wood, furniture and collage. Wine, nonalcoholic cocktails, soft drinks and water will be available for purchase at the free event.
Woodwalk is located at 6746 Cty G in Egg Harbor.
YOUTH ART SHOW AT DC ARTS CENTER
Rogue Theater’s youth and teen art show will be on display july 12, 1-3 pm at the DC Arts Center, 917 N. 14th Ave. Sturgeon Bay. Light refreshments will be served and the featured artists will be on hand.
The community event will showcase original paintings, drawings, sculpture and photography by artists aged 18 and younger, providing them a professional platform to display their work to the public.
Admission is free and open to all ages. Artists may have select pieces available for sale, with proceeds supporting the artist and their future creations.
If your young artist would like to participate, contact 920.818.0816 or 1roguetheater@gmail.com. There is no fee to participate. Participants may submit up to three pieces. Setup will take place july 12, 9-11 am.
YOUTH CERAMICS CLASSES
OFFERED FREE
Potter Karen Eckberg will lead ceramics classes for children and teens at two local library branches on july 16.
The children’s class for ages 8 and older is set for 10 am –12:30 pm at the Baileys Harbor Library, 2392 Cty F. The teen class will take place 1:30-4 pm at the Sister Bay/Liberty Grove Library, 2323 Mill Road.
During the hands-on workshop, Eckberg will provide stepby-step instructions on making a ceramic gnome form using clay, basic pottery tools and glazes.
All projects will be brought to Eckberg’s studio for drying and firing. Pieces will be ready to pick up at the library within the month (no shipping is available). Participants will receive a call once their piece is ready for pickup.
To register for this free class, call the library at 920.839.2210 for Baileys Harbor or 920.854.2721 for Sister Bay.
can be warmed during the winter with a small space heater.
“This has been a sacred place for me, a place of inspiration with these fields around me,” Barbara said. “I just love all the motion of the breezes and the way the grasses are growing before they’re harvested.”
It’s no surprise, then, that many of her paintings are landscapes, often featuring trees or farm fields thick with wheat that seem to be in motion on the canvas.
“I do acrylic underneath with a big brush about an inch and a half wide,” Barbara said. “I decide where I want most of the motion to be and paint underneath color [that] is the opposite of what the final color will be. Sometimes I use a really thick acrylic so that it gets textured. And then I come over it with a pastel. You get a better contrast and it makes the pastel colors richer instead of just flat. There’s this color that comes through from the acrylic underneath.”
When the painter took up ceramics at the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay, she discovered a ready aptitude for it. Rather than set up her own workshop and kiln in “retirement,” she creates at the Northeast Wisconsin Technical College’s Artisan Center, across the street from The Art Garage in Green Bay.
Working with clay centers her concentration, thoughts and energy, Barbara said.
“Then time just flies,” she said.
An injured hand forced her to suspend throwing clay for a year, so she started hand-building three-legged mugs and serving platters instead.
For mugs and platters, she rolls the clay flat, then forms the lips of platters or cuts out a flat piece and forms it into a coffee mug. She pulls three legs from the bottom, and then adds a generously sized handle, which keeps the user’s knuckles away from the hot mug. She employs her tree theme in some of her ceramics.
“I have a number of rollers that I use for my ceramics that are tree designs, and you will see tree lines in the fields and landscapes that I do,” she said. “All the time, it’s the trees.”
Her home and gallery, on the edge of the 54235 zip code, qualified her for
participation in the Sturgeon Bay Art Crawl. The barn is set up as a gallery with her own ceramics and paintings, plus work by her favorite painters from the Wisconsin Arts Gallery and Framing shop she ran in Green Bay for about 30 years before retiring in 2018.
Her first art crawl in the barn gallery drew 200 people, some of whom were curious about having a studio and gallery out in the country. Some remembered Barbara from when she showed with Lynn Gilchrist in Sturgeon Bay during an earlier art crawl, while others were neighbors who had seen her on regular walks with her dog.
Right after the crawl, she pushes the art display easels to one side and opens a huge door to make room for her and Carl’s Thor Hurricane RV, which they used this past year for a month-long trip out to California and back through Idaho and Montana.
Barbara started as an art teacher in Wisconsin, then in Miami. But when she moved back to Wisconsin, many art programs had been consolidated or eliminated, and there were few jobs teaching art. So she started working in galleries and frame shops, including Cliff Harmann’s Watermark Gallery in Green Bay. Her husband encouraged her to open her own shop, and Harmann assured her she would do well.
“And I had all these friends from college who were making art and had no place to show it,” Barbara said. “That was the impetus for me to open up my art gallery.”
But even when she was painting pastels in Green Bay, she was often drawing inspiration from Whitefish Dunes and Cave Point.
“Thousands of people have done Cave Point paintings, but I still sell them because everybody’s experience is different,” she said. The spot’s “mood” varies with the weather, wind and time of day.
Visits to her gallery are by appointment except during the
Crawl, July 12-13 and Oct. 25-26 this year.
“Richard’s Field” by Barbara Shakal.
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Imagination Runs Wild at Rogue Youth Theater Camp
by ELEANOR CORBIN eleanor@ppulse.com
Students at the Rogue Theater Youth Summer Camp aren’t just playing the parts. They’re creating a show together –making costumes, building sets and blocking scenes.
Lola DeVillers, co-founder of Rogue Theater and camp organizer, wants kids to stretch all of their creative muscles. After reading through the script and assigning roles, she hands much of the decisionmaking back to the group.
“Their job is not only to work on the characters, but to figure out the set, figure out the costumes. They have to figure out how they’re going to transition from one scene to another,” she said. “So I provide them whatever they feel they need to make these goals, but it’s really their creation.”
The Youth Theater Camp is a four-week program from mid-June to mid-July culminating in a full-scale performance for friends and families.
This year, the show is an adaptation of the
retrieving three golden hairs from the devil’s DeVillers selects shows with many characters and flexible writing to accommodate any number of students and play to their strengths. Typically, the camp has around 12 members, though this year 18 are participating.
The group meets twice a week for the duration of the program. They spend their mornings playing theater games, learning to improvise and fine-tuning their acting skills. The afternoons are spent building the show.
The program is for students aged 9-15, an age that DeVillers said is ideal for this kind of collaboration and creativity.
Spending over 30 years as a literacy educator in the Sturgeon Bay School District showed DeVillers the value of “camaraderie, imagination and creativity,” so she started the youth theater camp as one of Rogue Theater’s first initiatives when it opened 13 years ago. It helps students gain confidence in public speaking, build friendships and explore a variety of skill sets from acting to design to backstage management, DeVillers said.
– the story of a boy
“I’ll sing the praises of theater until I’m blue in the face. I think theater is just a phenomenal outlet and resource for so many people,” she said.
Many camp attendees return year after year. Some even stay on after they age out to take on the role of stage manager and learn more technical aspects of theater. Others join Rogue’s adult productions or participate in local high school theater.
While the Rogue Youth Theater Camp has already begun this year, those interested can learn more about the program at roguetheater.org/ education. Rogue Theater accepts registrations up until the camp starts.
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RAISING THE DEAD: A HISTORICAL FICTION WORKSHOP
Write On, Door County will offer a workshop titled Raising the Dead: Writing Historical Fiction with Rachel Hall on july 24, 1-3 pm. Participants will practice writing fiction that explores history. That could mean traditional historical fiction, alternate histories or stories set in places of historical importance. Writers will consider how history can inspire and inform their fiction, using old photographs, letters and other ephemera along with writing prompts. Hall wrote Heirlooms, which was selected for the 2015 G.S. Sharat Chandra Prize; won the Phillip McMath Post-Publication Award; and was runner-up for the Edward Lewis Wallant Award. The class fee is $40. Visit writeondoorcounty. org for more information. Write On is located at 4210 juddville Road in juddville.
WRITE ON FUNDRAISING GALA SET FOR OCTOBER
Write On, Door County’s annual fundraising gala is set for Oct. 9, 5:30-9 pm at the Kress Pavilion, 7845 Church St. in Egg Harbor. The event, titled Power Of The Pen, will feature keynote speaker Maggie Ginsberg, author of the award-winning novel Still True. Her talk will follow dinner catered by Thyme Catering. Tickets are on sale now at writeondoorcounty. org for $150 per person or $1,000 for a table of eight.
in 2010. Her poem “Celina” appeared in her 1985 collection Tell Me About the People, which is available through the Door County Library.
fish fry fundraiser for Death’s Door Maritime Museum. Boat parade about an hour before sunset and fireworks at dusk.
INDEPENDENCE DAY
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FRI
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FESTIVALS
INDEPENDENCE DAY
CELEBRATION Throughout Baileys Harbor. 920.839.2366. Parade (10am), vendors, live music & face-painting before fireworks at dusk.
GILLS ROCK CELEBRATES
4TH OF JULY
Throughout Gills Rock. 5pm. Music, refreshments & a
CELEBRATION Sunset Park, 747 N 3rd Ave, Sturgeon Bay. 920.743.6246. 5-9pm. Food trucks, live music by rock band Glas Hamr & a fireworks display at dusk.
LIVE MUSIC
GEORGE SAWYN
MacReady Artisan Bread Company, 7828 Hwy 42, Egg Harbor. 920.868.2233. 11:30am-1:30pm. New age instrumental music.
OVERBURDEN Casey’s BBQ & Smokehouse, 7855 Hwy 42, Egg Harbor. 920.868.3038. 1-4pm. Rock from the ’80s to today.
DJ DH Sway Brewing & Blending, 2434 County Road F, Baileys Harbor.
1-4pm. Curated set with upbeat grooves, disco & house music.
JEREMIAH JAMS
One Barrel Brewing Company, 4633 Market Street, Egg Harbor. 608.630.9286.
3-7pm. All-female band plays the hits from the ’60s to today.
ERIC HAGEN/CHRIS BISHOP
The Cherry Hut, 8813 Hwy 42, Fish Creek. 920.868.4450.
3-6pm. Two singer-songwriters who often play solo.
JJ SMITH
Peach Barn Brewing, 2450 S. Bay Shore Dr., Sister Bay. 920.944.2393.
3-6pm. Folk, rock & beyond.
JUPITER LYNX
Lake Fire Winery, 8054 Hwy 57, Baileys Harbor. 920.839.9992. 4pm. Acoustic vocal act covering alternative & pop rock music.
OPEN JAM
Door County Brewing Co. and Music Hall, 8099 Hwy 57, Baileys Harbor. 920.839.1515.
4-8pm. Featuring Dan Marks, who plays the music of John Prine & Bob Dylan.
RYAN CIHLAR & FRIENDS
Nightingale Supper Club, 1541 Egg Harbor Road, Sturgeon Bay. 920.743.5593. 4:30-7:30pm. A local accordionist performs with other musicians.
SWITCHBACK
Fish Creek Beach, 9462 Hwy 42, Fish Creek. 920.868.2316. 5-7pm. Brian Fitzgerald & Martin McCormack playing American roots.
JUSTIN LEVANETZ SAVOR Barbeque & Taphouse, 10635 N. Bay Shore Dr., Sister Bay. 920.633.4092.
5-7pm. Blues & rock ‘n’ roll classics. JACOB FANIN Scotty’s Pub & Grub, 6269 Hwy 57, Jacksonport. 920.818.0178. 5-8pm. Acoustic soloist.
DAN MARKS Northern Grill & Pizza, 10573 Country Walk Dr, Sister Bay. 920.854.9590. 5-8pm. The music of Bob Dylan & John Prine. WHISKEY DITCH The Alpine, 7715 Alpine Rd, Egg Harbor. 920.868.3000. 6-9pm. Easy-listening ’60s, ’70s & ’80s. SPIKE & APRIL Twelve Eleven Wine Bar, 10339 Hwy
Dvořák, Bruch, and Beethoven 7
Notturno in B Major, Op. 40 – Antonín Dvořák
Two Violins, Viola, Cello, and Bass
Quintet in A Minor, Op. Posthumous – Max Bruch
Two Violins, Two Violas, and Cello
Symphony No. 7 in A Major, Op. 92 – Ludwig van Beethoven
Two Violins, Two Violas, and Cello
July 5, 7:00 pm • St. Luke’s Episcopal Church, Sister Bay
July 6, 4:00 pm • Hope United Church of Christ, Sturgeon Bay
J.S. Bach and Händel
Join us for four unforgettable concerts of Baroque splendor featuring a stellar lineup of musicians. GRAMMY-nominated soprano Molly Netter brings her radiant voice and dazzling virtuosity to a program rich with both drama and humor. She is joined by David Perry (violin), Heather Zinninger (flute), and Mark Shuldiner (harpsichord), who, along with our exceptional string ensemble, will perform some of Bach’s most extraordinary instrumental masterpieces.
July 9, 7:00 pm • Woodwalk Gallery, Egg Harbor
July 10, 7:00 pm • Peninsula School of Art, Fish Creek
is not the only one hiding something. “BAREFOOT IN THE PARK” Peninsula Players, 4351 Peninsula Players Rd, Fish Creek. 920.868.3287. 8pm. Two newlyweds –carefree Corie and pragmatic Paul – navigate life in their first apartment.
PERFORMANCE A BIRCH CREEK
SYMPHONIC FOURTH
Birch Creek Music Performance Center, 3821 Cty E, Egg Harbor. 920.868.3763. 2pm pie & ice cream social, 3pm concert. Ticketed classical performance by Birch Creek students & faculty members.
GALLERIES
DOOR PRIZE FOR PORTRAITURE
Chez Cheryl Artspace, 8360 High Plateau Rd, Baileys Harbor. 920.421.1690. 11am-4pm. 16th-annual invitational exhibit.
FIRST FRIDAY ART State Street Creation Station, 219 State St., Algoma. 920.487.8041.
4-8pm. Dye sublimation; make & take earrings and magnets.
FIRST FRIDAY Clay on Steele, 221 Steele St, Algoma. 920.487.8076.
4-7pm. Raku kiln firing, plus themed art, pots to glaze & refreshments.
FIRST FRIDAY ART NIGHT Downtown Algoma.
920.487.2041.
5-8pm. Visit Algoma’s galleries, studios & other stores to view art, meet artists, and enjoy sales, refreshments & hands-on activities.
WALL HANGING WORKSHOP
The Pottery CO-OP, 610 4th St., Algoma. 847.772.0401.
5-8pm. Pick a shape, decorate it and glaze (paint) it to make a one-of-a-kind wall hanging. The piece will be ready by the first Friday of the next month. $25/person.
OPENING RECEPTION
Robert Ray Gallery, 520 Parkway Street, Algoma. 920.495.6677. 5-8pm. For the exhibit “The Art of Michael J. Sponholtz: A Retrospective View.”
FOOD & DRINK
JULY FOURTH AT IMMANUEL Immanuel Lutheran Church, 7973 Hwy 57, Baileys Harbor. 920.839.2224. 8am. Cinnamon/pecan rolls & coffee while supplies last. 6-8:30pm. Sloppy Joes, root beer floats & popcorn.
PANCAKE BREAKFAST
Baileys Harbor Fire Station, 2404 Park Rd, Baileys Harbor. 920.839.9411. 7:30-10am. Proceeds support the fire department.
INDOOR
INDEPENDENCE DAY FUN
Yardstick Books, 317 Steele St, Algoma. 785.917.9628. 10am-8pm. Collage materials & coloring sheets for children, plus refreshments.
1-2pm. An all-ages schoolhouse lesson, plus recess with historic games & snacks.
MAGIC COMMANDER NIGHT The Gnoshery, 23 N. 3rd Ave., Sturgeon Bay. 920.818.0727. 3-9pm. Play Magic the Gathering in Commander format. SURVEY SLAM TRIVIA Cherry Lanes Arcade Bar, 127 N 4th Ave, Sturgeon Bay.
7/5
LIVE MUSIC
MUSIC AT DCBC
Door County Brewing Co. and Music Hall, 8099 Hwy 57, Baileys Harbor. 920.839.1515.
12-2pm. Dan Marks. The music of Bob Dylan & John Prine.
3-7pm. Chicago Mule. From rock classics to current pop hits.
MUSIC AT ONE BARREL
One Barrel Brewing Company, 4633 Market Street, Egg Harbor. 608.630.9286.
2-5pm. Psychedelic
Cheesehead rock by Jeremiah Jams. 5-8pm. Award-winning pop-rock by Doozey.
MUSIC AT MACREADY MacReady Artisan Bread Company, 7828 Hwy 42, Egg Harbor. 920.868.2233.
11:30am-1:30pm. George Sawyn. New age instrumental.
1:30-3:30pm. Jeanne Kuhns. Folk singer-songwriter.
PENINSULA SYMPHONIC BAND Martin Park, 207 S 3rd Ave, Sturgeon Bay. 920.746.2912. 11am. Door County community ensemble.
5-8pm. Guitar & vocal duo playing acoustic jam rock.
MATT PERSIN
Northern Grill & Pizza, 10573 Country Walk Dr, Sister Bay. 920.854.9590.
5-8pm. A variety of genres & styles converge.
BIG MOUTH & THE POWER TOOL HORNS
The Alpine, 7715 Alpine Rd, Egg Harbor. 920.868.3000.
6-9pm. An eclectic mix of blues & jazz.
ERIC SCHROEDER
Twelve Eleven Wine Bar, 10339 Hwy 57, Sister Bay. 920.421.9463.
6-8pm. Jazz saxophone. RED HOT HORN DAWGS
Sonny’s Pizzeria, 129 N Madison, Sturgeon Bay. 920.743.2300. 6-10pm. Horn-driven R&B, rock & pop.
JOHN LEWIS & DAVID
SHERMAN
Dovetail Bar & Grill, 10282 WI-57, Sister Bay. (920) 421-4035. 6-9pm. Music duo. AB FUSION
Drömhus Door County, 611 Jefferson St., Sturgeon Bay. 608.333.4553. 6-8pm. Funky rock & jazz.
ANDREW SCHWARK
Carrington, 7643 Hillside Rd, Egg Harbor. 920.868.3205. 6pm. From classic country to folk, Alan Jackson to Willie Nelson. DEEP END
Stabbur Beer Garden, 10698 N Bay Shore Dr, Sister Bay. 920.854.2626. 7-10pm. Alternative rock. WET POSSUM Smashed on the Rocks, 70 Church St., Algoma. 920.487.8202. 7-11pm. ’90s & ’00s party rock. WHISKEY DITCH Kitty O’Reilly’s Irish Pub, 59 E Oak St, Sturgeon Bay. 920.743.7441. 7-10pm. Easy-listening ’60s, ’70s & ’80s. AN EVENING OF MUSIC Fiddler’s Farm, 6951 County Rd C, Sturgeon Bay. 920.559.3460. 7-9pm. Bluegrass, classic country & Western swing. $20/ person, free/10 & younger. THREE SPRINGS Cherry Lanes Arcade Bar, 127 N 4th Ave, Sturgeon Bay. 920.818.0093. 7-9pm. Funky instrumentals & certified hipster covers. PAUL HANNA TRIO Husby’s Food & Spirits, 400 Maple Dr, Sister Bay. 920.854.2624. 8-11pm. Singersongwriter group.
KARAOKE Island Fever Rum Bar & Grill, 6301 Hwy 57, Jacksonport. 920.823.2700. 9:30pm.
THEATER
“GREAT EXPECTATIONS” Door Shakespeare, 7590 Boynton Ln, Baileys Harbor. 920.854.7111. 5pm. A life-changing encounter launches Pip’s journey to find love, forgiveness & redemption.
“DAIRY HEIRS” Northern Sky Theater – Park Stage, Peninsula State Park Amphitheater, 10169 Shore Rd, Fish Creek. 920.854.6117. 7:30pm. A brother and sister wrestle with the fate of the family farm when their father dies unexpectedly.
“BAREFOOT IN THE PARK” Peninsula Players, 4351 Peninsula Players Rd, Fish Creek. 920.868.3287. 8pm. Two newlyweds –carefree Corie and pragmatic Paul – navigate life in their first apartment.
Shower Thoughts
Shout-outs, pet peeves, thought-provoking questions and whatever else you were thinking about in the shower this morning.
OVERHEARDS
Why is there yarn in the pretzels? Who are the sandy nuts?
I’ll run for God next.
MUSINGS
Feeling tired but wired at the same time.
Having a question for the Internet that apparently nobody has ever asked before.
The sound of teeth hitting a fork/ spoon.
PERFORMANCE
“DVORÁK, BRUCH, AND BEETHOVEN 7” St. Luke’s Episcopal Church, 2336 Canterbury Ln, Sister Bay. 920.854.7088. 7pm. Ticketed classical performance by Midsummer’s Music.
SYMPHONY SERIES
Birch Creek Music Performance Center, 3821 Cty E, Egg Harbor. 920.868.3763.
7-8:30pm. Ticketed classical performance by Birch Creek students & faculty members.
GALLERIES
DOOR PRIZE FOR PORTRAITURE
Chez Cheryl Artspace, 8360 High Plateau Rd, Baileys Harbor. 920.421.1690. 11am-4pm. 16th-annual invitational exhibit.
OPENING RECEPTION
Idea Gallery, 6551 Cty T in West Jacksonport. 4-7pm. For “Exhibit II,” featuring local and regional contemporary artists.
FOOD & DRINK
BRAT FRY
Washington Island Fire Department, 910 Main Rd, Washington Island. 920.847.2355. 10am-3pm.
WINEMAKER TOUR & TASTING
Anchored Roots Vineyard & Winery, 4873 Willow Road, Egg Harbor. 11am. Guided tour of the winery & production space, wine glass & tasting. $25/ person or $15/tour only. Visit anchoredrootswine.com/ winery-tours for tickets.
KATE VOSS von Stiehl Winery, 115 Navarino St, Algoma. 920.487.5208. 12:30-4pm. Jazz & pop variety music.
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.
LITERATURE
BOOK SALE Sturgeon Bay Library, 107 S 4th Ave, Sturgeon Bay. 920.743.6578. 9:30am-12pm. Browse thousands of books, audiobooks & movies.
OUTDOOR
HORSESHOE BAY FARM TOUR
Horseshoe Bay Farms, 7212 Horseshoe Bay Road, Egg Harbor. 11 am & 1 pm. During the 1.5-hour tour, see the property, historic barns, gardens and the Stickwork art installation. $10/person. Register at horseshoebayfarms.org.
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.
OPEN AIRE MARKET
Corner of the Past & Old Anderson House Museum, 10310 Fieldcrest Rd, Sister Bay. 920.854.7680. 9am-1pm. This week’s heritage program is a take-home ceramic art project for kids.
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.
YOGA IN THE PARK Graham Park, 10 Pennsylvania St., Sturgeon Bay. 9am. Breathing techniques, poses (or asana) & meditation. New & experienced yogis welcome. $10 donation/ person recommended. Some mats available.
POP-UP MARKET
Grand View Farm, 3015 Gibraltar Road, Fish Creek. 9am-2pm. Vendors include Annie Hall, Bonnie Leick, Galecktables, Inahaystack, Lucky Star Flower Farm, SØstre Self, Summer of 68 Vintage & The Wildflower Press.
CRAFT FAIR & LAWN DANCE
Trueblood Performing Arts Center, 870 Main Rd, Washington Island.
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920.847.2528. 10am-2pm. Arts and crafts fair. 7-8:30pm. Island & guest musicians perform.
CLASSIC CAR SHOW
Horseshoe Bay Farms, 7212 Horseshoe Bay Road, Egg Harbor. 10am-2pm. Nine prize categories for competing cars. Food, music, fun & self-guided farm tours. $10/ car entries, $5/adults, free/kids younger than 13. Donations support Horseshoe Bay Farm, a nonprofit. Rain date is July 6.
EXPERIENCE RAPTORS
SATURDAY
Open Door Bird Sanctuary, 4114 County Rd I, Jacksonport. 920.493.2473. 10:30am-4pm. Meet the sanctuary’s resident raptors & explore the trails. Picnics welcome. $10/ adults, $7/kids 5-12.
BLESSING OF THE FLEET Smashed on the Rocks, 70 Church St., Algoma. 920.487.8202. 11am. All vessels welcome, from pontoons to pirate ships. Live music all day & a bloody Mary contest.
DOCENT-LED HIKE
The Clearing, 12171 Garrett Bay Rd, Ellison Bay. 920.854.4088. 1pm. Learn about The Clearing during a guided hike.
TREES & SHRUBS OF DOOR COUNTY
Newport State Park, 475 Cty Hwy NP, Ellison Bay. 920.854.2500. 1pm. Arborist/horticulturist Tom Wolfe discusses trees & shrubs. Includes time in the woods, weather permitting. Meet in the Nature Center, Lot 1. State park vehicle sticker required. FOURTH OF JULY GLOW BALL Evergreen Miniature Golf, 3865 Hwy 42, Fish Creek. 608.635.5644. 8:30pm. Cosmic fun for all ages.
SUN
7/6
LIVE MUSIC
MUSIC AT DRÖMHUS Drömhus Door County, 611 Jefferson St., Sturgeon Bay. 608.333.4553. 12-2pm. Kate Stenson. Vocalist, violinist & songwriter. 5-7pm. Cool Bay Jazz. Worldclass professional musicians. A LEGACY ONE Smashed on the Rocks, 70 Church St., Algoma. 920.487.8202. 11am. Reggae, jazz & pop by some of the original members of Unity.
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.
GUITAR GEORGE
Door County Brewing Co. and Music Hall, 8099 Hwy 57, Baileys Harbor. 920.839.1515. 1-4pm. Acoustic guitar.
COOL BAY JAZZ
Simon Creek Vineyard & Winery, 5896 Bochek Rd, Carlsville. 920.746.9307. 1-4:30pm. World-class professional musicians.
MADDIE BATZLI Door Peninsula Winery, 5806 Hwy 42, Carlsville. 920.743.7431. 1-4pm. Folk, Americana & pop originals & covers. JJ SMITH Harbor Ridge Winery, 4690 Rainbow Ridge Rd, Egg Harbor. 920.868.4321. 1-4pm. Folk, rock & beyond.
CHICAGO MULE Waterfront Mary’s Bar & Grill, 3662 N Duluth Ave, Sturgeon Bay. 920.743.3191. 1pm. From rock classics to current pop hits.
TIME MACHINE Brygga Plates & Pours, 107 N. 1st Ave., Sturgeon Bay. 920.746.0700. 2-6pm. Five talented musicians perform through the span of three decades. TEN STRINGS ACOUSTIC Cold Country Vines & Wines, E3207 Nuclear Rd, Kewaunee. 920.776.1328. 2:30-5pm. Rock, folk & blues. THE CHERRY TONES The Cherry Hut, 8813 Hwy 42, Fish Creek. 920.868.4450. 3-6pm. Vintage rock ‘n’ roll. SUNDAY GOSPEL SING Fiddler’s Farm, 6951 County Rd C, Sturgeon Bay. 920.559.3460. 3-5pm. Gospel hymns performed in the style of bluegrass, classic country & Western swing. $20/ person, free/10 & younger.
BRADY JAMES Peach Barn Brewing, 2450 S. Bay Shore Dr., Sister Bay. 920.944.2393. 3-6pm. Central Wisconsin singer-songwriter. AMERICAN HONEY Northbrook Golf & Grill, 407 Northbrook Rd, Luxemburg. 920.845.2383. 3pm. Acoustic tunes from the ’60s & beyond.
BILLY DAVE SHERMAN Twelve Eleven Wine Bar, 10339 Hwy 57, Sister Bay. 920.421.9463. 3-5pm. Folksy singersongwriter.
CALI JO Hitching Post, 4849 Glidden Drive, Sturgeon Bay. 920.818.1114. 4-6pm. Acoustic storyteller jams out to her own tales, a few classics and some fresh tunes.
MODERN DAY DRIFTERS Harbor Park Gazebo, 212 Harrison St, Kewaunee. 920.388.4822. 5-7:30pm. Classic rock & country.
OPEN MIC Stabbur Beer Garden, 10698 N Bay Shore Dr, Sister Bay. 920.854.2626. 7-10pm. Perform music or listen to others.
WILL KRUGER Fishstock Concert Barn, 3127 Cty F, Fish Creek. 920.421.5555. 7pm. A nationally-known John Denver tribute artist, guitarist & singer/songwriter. $20/general admission, $25/reserved seating.
PEPAC SUNSET CONCERT SERIES – DOROTHY SCOTT & THE PEACEKEEPERS WITH THE TALBOTT BROTHERS
Peg Egan Performing Arts Center, 7840 Church St, Egg Harbor. 920.493.5979.
7pm. Pop, blues & alternative by Dorothy Scott & the Peacekeepers, followed by folk/rock/blues duo The Talbott Brothers.
THEATER
“BAREFOOT IN THE PARK” Peninsula Players, 4351 Peninsula Players Rd, Fish Creek. 920.868.3287. 2pm. Two newlyweds –carefree Corie and pragmatic Paul – navigate life in their first apartment.
PERFORMANCE
“DVORÁK, BRUCH, AND BEETHOVEN 7” Hope United Church of Christ, 141 S 12th Ave, Sturgeon Bay. 920.854.7088. 4pm. Ticketed classical performance by Midsummer’s Music. GALLERIES
Door County, 4210 Juddville Rd, Juddville. 920.868.1457. 12-2pm. Play word games. FIBER CRAFT CIRCLE The Naked Sheep, 31 S. Madison Ave., Sturgeon Bay. 920.818.1166. 12-3pm. Open knitting and crochet. OLD FASHIONED HYMN SING Zion United Methodist Church, 8781 County F, Fish Creek. 920.868.3112. 5pm. Participants call out their favorite hymn numbers & sing in community with musical accompaniment. Donations support the Door County Food Pantry Coalition. CHRISTMAS IN JULY Sawyer Farm, 7590 Sunny Point Road, Egg Harbor. 315.727.9084. 6pm. An evening of American Christmas traditions & fellowship with J-1 students & other community members. Door County Bridges event. Dinner provided.
OUTDOOR HORSESHOE BAY FARM TOUR Horseshoe Bay Farms, 7212 Horseshoe Bay Road, Egg Harbor. 11 am & 1 pm. During the 1.5-hour tour, see the property, historic barns, gardens and the Stickwork art installation. $10/person. Register at horseshoebayfarms.org. BAILEYS HARBOR FARMERS MARKET Baileys Harbor Town Hall, 2392 Cty F, Baileys Harbor. 920.839.2366. 9am-1pm. COMMUNITY
Jovan Torres @ Julie’s Park Cafe
CONCERTS IN THE
6-8pm.
6-9pm. Country from the ’60s to today.
KELLY MESSER
Kitty O’Reilly’s Irish Pub, 59 E Oak St, Sturgeon Bay. 920.743.7441.
6-8pm. Classics & contemporary tunes.
PAUL TAYLOR
Osteria Tre Tassi, 11976 Mink River Road, Ellison Bay. 920.309.8390.
6:30-9:30pm. Solo jazz guitar during dinner.
OPEN MIC Husby’s Food & Spirits, 400 Maple Dr, Sister Bay. 920.854.2624.
7-10pm. For performers & listeners.
TUMBLEWEED RECONNECTION
Door Community Auditorium, 3924 Hwy 42, Fish Creek. 920.868.2728. 8pm. Powerhouse performers Steve March-Tormé & Michael Murphy lead an evening of music. $22-45/person.
THEATER
NORTHERN SKY SHOWS
Northern Sky Theater – Park Stage, Peninsula State Park Amphitheater, 10169 Shore Rd, Fish Creek. 920.854.6117.
6pm. “Something in the Water.” Dedicated staff members (and a few zany guests) aim to save a beloved old hotel. 8:30pm. “No Bones About It.” Star-crossed lovers find themselves at the Verona National Ribfest, where their families are competing for the top prize. “TWELFTH NIGHT” Door Shakespeare, 7590 Boynton Ln, Baileys Harbor. 920.854.7111. 7:30pm. Shipwrecked on a foreign shore, Viola begins a secret new life & discovers she is not the only one hiding something.
INDOOR
TRIVIA & TACOS
Thirsty Cow Taphouse, 7899 Co Rd A, Baileys Harbor. 920.839.9991. 5-6pm team signup, 6pm start. 8-BALL POOL TOURNAMENT Cherry Lanes Arcade Bar, 127 N 4th Ave, Sturgeon Bay. 920.818.0093. 6-7pm practice hour, 7-9pm tournament. $10 buy-in, nightly payout to the winner. EVENTS AT THE ADRC Aging & Disability Resource Center of Door County, 916 N. 14th Ave., Sturgeon Bay. 920.746.2372. 9am. Artists in Making. 9:30am. Dementia 101. 10am. DVD Fitness; Memoir Monday. 11am. Zumba Gold. 12pm. Bridge. 12:30pm. Poker; Samba card group. 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. SUMMER OF SAVINGS Algoma Public Library, 406 Fremont St, Algoma. 920.487.2295. 1-3pm. Adult program. HOMESCHOOL WORKSHOP Forestville Library, 123 Hwy 42, Forestville. 920.856.6886. 2-3pm. Monthly deep dive into a topic for grade school-aged children. MAGIC COMMANDER NIGHT The Gnoshery, 23 N. 3rd Ave., Sturgeon Bay. 920.818.0727. 3-9pm. Play Magic the Gathering in Commander format. 21+ KARAOKE NIGHT Northern Grill & Pizza, 10573 Country Walk Dr, Sister Bay. 920.854.9590. 9pm.
Spend Your Mondays in Ephraim June 16 - August 25
Artisan & Food Vendors 3:30pm - 6:30pm Red Putter
continued on page 8 CONCERTS
July 7
Eddie Larsen’s Classic Memories Band
July 14
Erin Krebs Duo
July 21
Lewis & Murphy
July 28
Zephyr Ciesar
6:00pm - 8:00pm
Sister Bay. 920.600.5086.
1-4pm. All knitters, crocheters & needleworkers are welcome.
COLOR MIXING WITH MISS BETH Sturgeon Bay Library, 107 S 4th Ave, Sturgeon Bay. 920.743.6578.
1-2pm. Explore color tints and shades with this painting exercise. Bring your favorite book cover, or find one from the library collection. Come dressed for messy crafts.
PARKINSON’S SUPPORT Sturgeon Bay United Methodist Church, 836 Michigan St, Sturgeon Bay. 920.743.3241.
Listen Up!
LITERATURE
MEMOIR MONDAY
Serenity Spring Senior Living at Scandia Village, 10560 Applewood Rd, Sister Bay. 920.868.1457.
10am-11pm. Write part of your life story at this creative lab geared towards seniors.
OUTDOOR
JOURNEYS WITH JOAN Crossroads at Big Creek, 2041 Michigan St, Sturgeon Bay. 920.746.5895.
1pm. Learn about animal migration during an allages nature exploration.
EVENINGS IN EPHRAIM:
BONDEMARKED
Red Putter, 10404 Water St, Ephraim. 920.854.4989.
3:30-6:30pm. Farmers market & craft fair in the grass lots next to the Red Putter.
TUE
7/8
LIVE MUSIC
OPEN MIC NIGHT
Waterfront Mary’s Bar & Grill, 3662 N Duluth Ave, Sturgeon Bay. 920.743.3191.
3-5pm. Celebrate the 35th anniversary of Northern Sky Theater with stories & folk songs from its earliest years.
PAUL TAYLOR White Gull Inn, 4225 Main St, Fish Creek. 920.868.3517.
5-8pm. Acoustic guitar during dinner. For diners only.
G-FORCE The Augusta Club, 8048 HWY 57, Baileys Harbor. (920) 839-2361.
7pm. Partyin’ blues & jammin’ classic rock mixed with funk.
THEATER
“DAIRY HEIRS” Northern Sky Theater – Park Stage, Peninsula State Park Amphitheater, 10169 Shore Rd, Fish Creek. 920.854.6117.
7:30pm. A brother and sister wrestle with the fate of the family farm when their father dies unexpectedly.
“GREAT EXPECTATIONS” Door Shakespeare, 7590 Boynton Ln, Baileys Harbor. 920.854.7111.
7:30pm. A life-changing encounter launches Pip’s journey to find love, forgiveness & redemption.
GALLERIES
GLASS ART POP-UP Fine Line Designs Gallery, 10376 Hwy 42, Ephraim. 920.854.4343.
Featuring blown and sculpted pieces by glass artist Scott Hartley.
INDOOR
MINDFUL MOVEMENT TUESDAY
Hope United Church of Christ, 141 S 12th Ave, Sturgeon Bay. 920.743.2701.
8:30–9:15am. Walking meditation in the outdoor labyrinth.
9:30-10:30am. Gentle, all-levels yoga class. Bring a mat & favorite props.
EVENTS AT THE ADRC Aging & Disability Resource Center of Door County, 916 N. 14th Ave., Sturgeon Bay. 920.746.2372.
8:30am. Strong Bodies. 9am. Euchre; chess. 10am. Spanish conversation. 12:30pm. Sheepshead. 1pm. Watercolor painting. AUTHOR WEBINAR Virtual Event. 920.743.6578. 8am-5pm. 1pm Spanish session, 3pm English session. “Drawing Your World” with Raúl The Third. For PK-2nd grade. Door County Library program. Visit libraryc.org/ doorcountylibrary for details.
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.
STORYTIME WITH MISS BETH Sturgeon Bay Library, 107 S 4th Ave, Sturgeon Bay. 920.743.6578. 10:30am. For babies, toddlers and preschoolers.
SOAP FELTING Fish Creek Library, 4097 Hwy 42, Fish Creek. 920.868.3471.
11am-12:30pm. Create a felted soap bar for exfoliation using wool roving. OPEN DOOR BIRD SANCTUARY Washington Island Library, 910 Main Rd, Washington Island. 920.847.2323. 11-11:45am. Educational presentation featuring live raptors. 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. MAT PILATES Kress Pavilion, 7845 Church St. in Egg Harbor. 2-3pm. All levels welcome. Arrive 10-15 minutes early to sign a waiver. Bring your own mat. BIZARRE HISTORY OF WISCONSIN Algoma Public Library, 406 Fremont St, Algoma. 920.487.2295. 3pm Chad Lewis tells strange stories from the state’s past. 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 Egg Harbor Library, 7845 Church St, Egg Harbor. 920.868.2664. 4pm. Free popcorn; bring your own non-alcoholic beverage. Visit doorcountylibrary. org for the movie title.
PIONEERS OF ROCK ‘N’ ROLL Sister Bay/Liberty Grove Library, 2323 Mill Rd, Sister Bay. 920.854.2721. 5:30-6:30pm. Listen to early rock ‘n’ roll music on 78s and 45s & learn about their history with DJ David Watkins. 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. DOOR PENINSULA
ASTRONOMICAL
SOCIETY MEETING Crossroads at Big Creek –Astronomy Campus, 2200 Utah Street, Sturgeon Bay. 7-9:30pm. Astronomy program & meeting. Visitors welcome.
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.
LITERATURE
READERS RAMPANT BOOK CLUB
Sister Bay/Liberty Grove Library, 2323 Mill Rd, Sister Bay. 920.854.2721.
2:30-3pm. Discuss “Somewhere Beyond the Sea” by TJ Klune.
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. This week’s market includes the Jacksonport Women’s Club’s annual cherry pie social & a visit from Open Door Bird Sanctuary featuring live raptors (10am-12pm.)
DISCOVERY PEN DROPIN PROGRAM
Newport State Park, 475 Cty Hwy NP, Ellison Bay. 920.854.2500. 10am-12pm. Walk the easy 1.2mile Fern Trail with a Discovery Pen, an audio tool to use on the interpretive signs along the trail. Starts at the trailhead of Fern Trail, Lot 3. State park vehicle sticker required.
FIRE TRUCK VISIT Forestville Library, 123 Hwy 42, Forestville. 920.856.6886. 10-11am. Visit with the Forestville Fire Department & explore a working fire truck up close.
JOURNEYS WITH JOAN Crossroads at Big Creek, 2041 Michigan St, Sturgeon Bay. 920.746.5895. 1pm. Find fossils during a family-friendly nature program.
DOOR COUNTY BRIDGES
KAYAK TRIP
Ellison Bay Community Center, 11953 Hwy 42, Ellison Bay. 315.727.9084. 6pm. Kayak in pairs with J-1 students & other community members. No experience required. Life jackets & dinner provided.
EVENING YOGA
Glen Innish Farm, E5427 2nd Road, Kewaunee.
6:30-7:30pm. A yoga session in a scenic lavender field. $15/preregistered or $20/at the door.
NIGHTTIME BAT HIKE Ida Bay Preserve, Sturgeon Bay. 920.746.5895. 8:30pm. Look & listen for local bats. Headlight provided. For details & registration, visit crossroadsatbigcreek.org.
Waterfront Park Main Stage, 10693 N Bay Shore Dr/Hwy 42, Sister Bay. 920.854.3230. 6pm. American music.
7000APART
The Alpine, 7715 Alpine Rd, Egg Harbor. 920.868.3000. 6-9pm. High-energy, multi-genre pop. THE INFLUENCE Martin Park, 207 S 3rd Ave, Sturgeon Bay. 920.746.2912.
7-9pm. A variety band with 500+ songs in their repertoire. Rain location is Door County Gala.
STACEY & BOBBY ANGELLO Trueblood Performing Arts Center, 870 Main Rd, Washington Island. 920.847.2528.
7-9pm. An evening of country classics, straight from Nashville. ERIC LEWIS & PAUL TAYLOR Husby’s Food & Spirits, 400 Maple Dr, Sister Bay. 920.854.2624.
8-11pm. Two local singer-songwriters.
THEATER
“SOMETHING IN THE WATER”
Northern Sky Theater – Park Stage, Peninsula State Park Amphitheater, 10169 Shore Rd, Fish Creek. 920.854.6117.
7:30pm. Dedicated staff members (and a few zany guests) aim to save a beloved old hotel.
“TWELFTH NIGHT”
Door Shakespeare, 7590 Boynton Ln, Baileys Harbor. 920.854.7111.
7:30pm. Shipwrecked on a foreign shore, Viola begins a secret new life & discovers she is not the only one hiding something.
“MISERY”
Peninsula Players, 4351 Peninsula Players Rd, Fish Creek. 920.868.3287. 8pm. After a car crash, a successful novelist wakes up in the home of his “number one fan.”
Cherry Lanes Arcade Bar, 127 N 4th Ave, Sturgeon Bay. 920.818.0093. 6-7pm practice hour, 7-9pm tournament. $10 buy-in, nightly payout to the winner. FUN AT THE GNOSHERY The Gnoshery, 23 N. 3rd Ave., Sturgeon Bay. 920.818.0727. 12-3pm. Puzzle club. 5:50-9pm. Magic the Gathering standard showdown.
EVENTS AT THE ADRC
Aging & Disability Resource Center of Door County, 916 N. 14th Ave., Sturgeon Bay. 920.746.2372. 9am. Pinochle. 10am. DVD Fitness. 11:45am. Aging Happily series. 12:30pm. Bay Ship luncheon meeting; poker; sheepshead; ballroom dancing. 1pm. Samba card group; Medicare Minute; Memory Café.
ROTARY CLUB OF DOOR COUNTY NORTH Coyote Roadhouse, 3026 County Rd E, Baileys Harbor. 920.839.9192. 8am. Aria Nordahl discusses her rotary year in Argentina. Contact 309.824.7342 for reservations.
STORYTIME WITH MISS JENNY
Sister Bay/Liberty Grove Library, 2323 Mill Rd, Sister Bay. 920.854.2721. 10:30am. Storytime for babies through preschoolers with singing, movement & crafts.
MUSIC JAM Donald and Carol Kress Pavilion, 7845 Church St., Egg Harbor. 920.868.3334. 1pm. Open to all instruments and skill levels. Listeners welcome.
FIREHOUSE KNITTERS
Sister Bay/Liberty Grove Fire Station, 2258 Mill Rd,
1pm. DCMC Rehab Services speech therapists discuss the LOUD program & swallowing.
LEGO PARTY Sturgeon Bay Library, 107 S 4th Ave, Sturgeon Bay. 920.743.6578.
3:30-4:30pm. For elementaryaged kids and older.
JUNK JOURNAL WORKSHOP
Baileys Harbor Library, 2392 Cty Rd F, Baileys Harbor. 920.839.2210. 5-6pm. Hands-on session for crafters of all levels.
ADULT CRAFT NIGHT Forestville Library, 123 Hwy 42, Forestville. 920.856.6886. 5:30-6:30pm. July’s craft is felted cherries.
LITERATURE
FISH CREEK LIBRARY
BOOK CLUB
Fish Creek Library, 4097 Hwy 42, Fish Creek. 920.868.3471. 5:30-6:30pm. Discuss Sheryl Sandberg’s “Option B: Facing Adversity, Building Resilience, and Finding Joy.”
EMILY DICKINSON
POETRY SERIES
Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Door County, 10341 Hwy 42, Ephraim. 920.854.7559. 7pm. Featured poets read their writing. An open mic & refreshments follow.
OUTDOOR
HORSESHOE BAY FARM TOUR
Horseshoe Bay Farms, 7212 Horseshoe Bay Road, Egg Harbor. 11 am & 1 pm. During the 1.5-hour tour, see the property, historic barns, gardens and the Stickwork art installation. $10/person. Register at horseshoebayfarms.org.
FUN AT CROSSROADS
Crossroads at Big Creek, 2041 Michigan St, Sturgeon Bay. 920.746.5895. 1pm. Journeys with Joan. Family nature program exploring rocks & caves. 1:30pm. Wandering Wednesday. Naturalist-guided hike.
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.
VOLUNTEER WEDNESDAY
Potawatomi State Park, 3740 Cty PD, Sturgeon Bay. 920.746.2890. 9am-12pm. Multiple volunteer opportunities available. Meet at the park’s maintenance shed (first driveway after the park entrance). State park vehicle sticker required.
SETTLEMENT SHOPS
FARMERS MARKET
Settlement Shops, 9106 Hwy 42, Fish Creek. 920.868.3788. 9:30am-1:30pm.
THU
7/10
LIVE MUSIC
PAUL TAYLOR Donald and Carol Kress Pavilion, 7845 Church St., Egg Harbor. 920.868.3717. 4pm farmer’s market, 5pm show. Jazz, country & folk.
JOHNNY CAN’T STOP Peach Barn Brewing, 2450 S. Bay Shore Dr., Sister Bay. 920.944.2393. 3-6pm. High-energy rock.
THE HITCHHIKERS Hitching Post, 4849 Glidden Drive, Sturgeon Bay. 920.818.1114. 4-6pm. Folk, Americana & bluegrass.
GUITAROLA Twelve Eleven Wine Bar, 10339 Hwy 57, Sister Bay. 920.421.9463. 5-7pm. Jazz duo.
CHERYL MURPHY White Gull Inn, 4225 Main St, Fish Creek. 920.868.3517. 5-8pm. Harp music during dinner. For diners only.
RYAN THOMPSON Waterfront Mary’s Bar & Grill, 3662 N Duluth Ave, Sturgeon Bay. 920.743.3191. 5pm. Bluegrass & classic country.
DAN MARKS Elmo’s Wood-Fired Pizza, 143 N. 4th Ave., Sturgeon Bay. 920.818.0408. 5-7pm. The music of John Prine & Bob Dylan.
MODERN DAY DRIFTERS Heritage Park, 512 Lake St, Algoma. 920.487.2041. 6-9pm. Classic rock & country. OPEN MIC Drömhus Door County, 611 Jefferson St., Sturgeon Bay. 608.333.4553. 6pm. For musicians & listeners. Hosted by musician Lucy Starry. WRITERS’ NIGHT Tambourine Lounge, 59 N. 2nd Avenue, Sturgeon Bay. (920) 559-0384. 7-9pm. Share original songs, stories & poetry. TYLER SJ The Augusta Club, 8048 HWY 57, Baileys Harbor. (920) 839-2361. 7pm. Singer-songwriter. JJ GREY & MOFRO Door Community Auditorium, 3924 Hwy 42, Fish Creek. 920.868.2728. 8pm. Southern-fried rock and swamp funk, back by popular demand. $49.50-82/person. FRANK MALONEY & HIS BIG COUNTRY UNIT Husby’s Food & Spirits, 400 Maple Dr, Sister Bay. 920.854.2624. 8-11pm. A rock- & bluesinfused outlaw country band. THEATER SHOWS AT NORTHERN SKY Northern Sky Theater – Park Stage, Peninsula State Park Amphitheater, 10169 Shore Rd,
Music. SYMPHONY SERIES Birch Creek Music Performance Center, 3821 Cty E, Egg Harbor. 920.868.3763. 7-8:30pm. Ticketed classical performance by Birch Creek students & faculty members. GALLERIES FINE ART AT FINE LINE Fine Line Designs Gallery, 10376 Hwy 42, Ephraim. 920.854.4343. Weekend-long pop-up featuring blown and sculpted pieces by glass artist Scott Hartley. 4-6:30pm artist reception featuring Hartley, as well as Nathan Bennett & Pamela Murphy. AMISH QUILT & CRAFT SHOW Mr. G’s Fernwood Gardens, 5890 Hwy 57, Sturgeon Bay. 920.823.2288. 9am-5pm. Buy local crafts and view Amish quilts. $1/person.
SOCRATES CAFE
Write On, Door County, 4210 Juddville Rd, Juddville. 920.868.1457.
9-11am. Use the Socratic Method to examine life’s big questions. Contact docosocrates@gmail. com with questions.
TRILLIUM QUILT MEETING
Sister Bay/Liberty Grove Fire Station, 2258 Mill Rd, Sister Bay. 920.854.4021. 10am. Quilting club. Guests welcome. READ WITH A THERAPY DOG
Sister Bay/Liberty Grove Library, 2323 Mill Rd, Sister Bay. 920.854.2721.
10:30-11:30am. Certified therapy dog Nellie Bly is available for children of all ages to share a book with one-on-one. Register at the front desk when you arrive.
FAMILY MOVIE MATINEE
Sturgeon Bay Library, 107 S 4th Ave, Sturgeon Bay. 920.743.6578.
1pm. Moana journeys to the far seas of Oceania (PG).
KARAOKE Cherry Lanes Arcade Bar, 127 N 4th Ave, Sturgeon Bay. 920.818.0093. 7-11pm.
“HEALTHY LANDS, HEALTHY WATER” Crossroads at Big Creek, 2041 Michigan St, Sturgeon Bay. 920.746.5895.
7pm. Door County Environmental Council presentation on legal pathways to a more just Wisconsin.
LITERATURE
BOOKS & BREWS Red’s Pub & Grill, N6318 Hwy 42, Algoma. 920.487.2295. 5:30pm. Algoma Public Library club for readers.
OUTDOOR
HORSESHOE BAY FARM TOUR
Horseshoe Bay Farms, 7212 Horseshoe Bay Road, Egg Harbor.
11 am & 1 pm. During the 1.5-hour tour, see the property, historic barns, gardens and the Stickwork art installation. $10/person. Register at horseshoebayfarms.org.
KEWAUNEE COUNTY FAIR
Kewaunee County Fairgrounds, 625 3rd St, Luxemburg. 920.845.2241. Rides, animals, vendors, exhibits & more.
9am-12pm. Activities include trail/boardwalk work, invasive species control & general site maintenance. Register at ridgessanctuary.org.
HERB HIKE Newport State Park, 475 Cty Hwy NP, Ellison Bay. 920.854.2500. 10am. Learn about Door
County’s medicinal plants with local herbalist Dave LaLuzerne. Meet at the Nature Center, Lot 1. State park vehicle sticker required.
RAPTOR TALKS
Peninsula State Park, 9462 Shore Rd, Fish Creek. 920.868.3258. 1-2pm. Presentation by Open Door Bird Sanctuary featuring live raptors. Meet at the White Cedar Nature Center. Park vehicle sticker required for entry. NATURE TREK WITH TERRIE Crossroads at Big Creek, 2041 Michigan St, Sturgeon Bay. 920.746.5895. 1pm. Take a deep dive into the world of aquatic invertebrates with Terrie Cooper.
HISTORICAL WALKING TOUR Anderson Barn Museum, 3060 Anderson Lane, Ephraim. 920.854.9688. 3pm. Led by the Ephraim Historical Foundation. For details, visit ephraim. org/walking-tours.
KEWAUNEE FARMERS MARKET Corner of Milwaukee Street and Miller Street, Kewaunee. 920.388.4822. 4-7pm.
LAKE LESSON Ridges Sanctuary – Cook-Albert Fuller Center, 8166 Hwy 57, Baileys Harbor. 920.839.2802. 6-7:30pm. Learn about the Great Lakes and surrounding habitats from regional experts. Register at ridgessanctuary.org.
SPORTS DOOR COUNTY LEAGUE BASEBALL Throughout Door County. 920.743.4456. All-Star game @ Joanne’s Park.
FRI
7/11
FESTIVALS
BELGIAN DAYS Brussels Town Park, 1366 Junction Road, Brussels. 4-10:30pm. Enjoy live music, food and beverages, kids’ activities, a baseball/softball tournament and more.
LIVE MUSIC
GEORGE SAWYN MacReady Artisan Bread Company, 7828 Hwy 42, Egg Harbor. 920.868.2233. 11:30am-1:30pm. New age instrumental music.
HALEY GRACE Door 44 Winery, 5464 County Hwy P, Sevastopol. 2-5pm. Fresh melodies & smokey vocals.
JOHNNY CAN’T STOP The Cherry Hut, 8813 Hwy 42, Fish Creek. 920.868.4450.
3-6pm. High-energy rock. JOHN LEWIS Peach Barn Brewing, 2450 S. Bay Shore Dr., Sister Bay. 920.944.2393. 3-6pm. Independent singer-songwriter.
UNPLUGGED JAM SESSION Algoma Public Library, 406 Fremont St, Algoma. 920.487.2295. 3:30-5pm. Open to teens & adults. SPIKE & APRIL Lake Fire Winery, 8054 Hwy 57, Baileys Harbor. 920.839.9992. 4pm. Jazz & originals.
LEAH BROOKE Door Peninsula Winery, 5806 Hwy 42, Carlsville. 920.743.7431. 4-7pm. Dark, bluesy poprock originals & covers. OPEN JAM Door County Brewing Co. and Music Hall, 8099 Hwy 57, Baileys Harbor. 920.839.1515. 4-8pm. Featuring Dan Marks, who plays the music of John Prine & Bob Dylan.
Husby’s Food & Spirits, 400 Maple Dr, Sister Bay. 920.854.2624.
8-11pm. Northern swamp rock.
JJ SMITH BAND
Waterfront Mary’s Bar & Grill, 3662 N Duluth Ave, Sturgeon Bay. 920.743.3191. 9pm. Folk, rock & beyond.
THEATER
“NO BONES ABOUT IT”
Northern Sky Theater – Park Stage, Peninsula State Park Amphitheater, 10169 Shore Rd, Fish Creek. 920.854.6117.
7:30pm. Star-crossed lovers find themselves at the Verona National Ribfest, where their families are competing for the top prize.
“HATE MAIL” Rogue Theater at DC Arts Center, 917 N. 14th Ave. in Sturgeon Bay.
7:30pm. Follow a duo’s crazed correspondence as they move from hate to love, then back again. $22/at the door, $20/online, $15/students.
“TWELFTH NIGHT” Door Shakespeare, 7590 Boynton Ln, Baileys Harbor. 920.854.7111.
7:30pm. Shipwrecked on a foreign shore, Viola begins a secret new life & discovers she
is not the only one hiding something.
“MISERY” Peninsula Players, 4351 Peninsula Players Rd, Fish Creek. 920.868.3287.
8pm. After a car crash, a successful novelist wakes up in the home of his “number one fan.”
PERFORMANCE
SYMPHONY SERIES
Birch Creek Music Performance Center, 3821 Cty E, Egg Harbor. 920.868.3763.
7-8:30pm. Ticketed classical performance by Birch Creek students & faculty members.
TAYLOR MASON
Donald and Carol Kress Pavilion, 7845 Church St., Egg Harbor. 920.868.3334. 7pm. Family-friendly ventriloquist, musician & standup comedian. $20/ person. Reservations recommended.
GALLERIES
AMISH QUILT & CRAFT
SHOW
Mr. G’s Fernwood Gardens,
5890 Hwy 57, Sturgeon Bay. 920.823.2288. 9am-5pm. Buy local crafts and view Amish quilts. $1/person.
ANNUAL GALA DEMO DAY Plum Bottom Road Gallery, 4999 Plum Bottom Rd, Egg Harbor. 920.743.2819. 11am-2pm. Featured Artists include Kinga Vnuk, Trisha Spice, Stacey Small Rupp, Angela Olson Luberger, and Mary White
COMMUNITY MOSAIC
UNVEILING
Hardy Gallery, 3038 Anderson Ln, Ephraim. 920.854.2210. 5:30-7pm. This year’s Community Mosaic Project is unveiled. Simultaneous opening reception for the “Collection Invitational & Collector’s Choice Benefit” exhibit.
FOOD & DRINK
WINE & PIZZA PAIRING
Door 44 Winery, 5464
County Hwy P, Sevastopol. 5-7pm. Build your own pizza & learn what Wisconsin Ledge wines pair best with it.
INDOOR
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. 11am. Zumba Gold. DOOR COUNTY FOLK FESTIVAL MUSE Sturgeon Bay, 330 Jefferson Street, Sturgeon Bay. 847.846.8139. 8am-5pm. Dance workshops, yoga classes, fish-boil dinners, hikes & more. Visit dcff.net for details.
KIDS CRAFT DAY Forestville Library, 123 Hwy 42, Forestville. 920.856.6886.
9:30-10:30am. New theme weekly. Open to kids from toddlers to high schoolers.
SCHOOLHOUSE LESSON Pioneer Schoolhouse Museum, 9998 Moravia Street, Ephraim. 920.854.9688. 1-2pm. An all-ages schoolhouse lesson, plus recess with historic games & snacks.
MAGIC COMMANDER NIGHT The Gnoshery, 23 N. 3rd Ave., Sturgeon Bay. 920.818.0727. 3-9pm. Play Magic the Gathering in Commander format.
SURVEY SLAM TRIVIA Cherry Lanes Arcade Bar, 127 N 4th Ave, Sturgeon Bay. 920.818.0093.
6-7pm. Try to predict the most popular survey answers, like “Family Feud” with real-world data.
LITERATURE ART/SPEAKS Margaret Lockwood Gallery, 7 S 2nd Ave, Sturgeon Bay. 920.868.1457. 11am-12pm. A creative lab to encourage writing in response to visual art, led by local poets Carrie and Peter Sherrill.
OUTDOOR
KEWAUNEE/DOOR COUNTY
SALMON TOURNAMENT
Throughout Door & Kewaunee Counties. 920.743.4456.
$30/person, $10/10 & younger. Daily winners at five weigh-in sites (Algoma, Baileys Harbor, Kewaunee, Sturgeon Bay & Washington Island). Visit kdsalmon.com for details.
CITYWIDE YARD SALE Throughout Algoma. 8am-4pm. Contact algomagaragesale@gmail. com with questions.
City Wrestling Glas Hamr: 4:30pm D Horse Drill Team Exhibition: 6pm (Horse Arena) Slippery When Wet - Bon Jovi Tribute: 8:30pm D Pig, Duck & Goat Races sponsored by Destination Door County On-Site Wood Carver Vendor Fair Paul Bunyan Lumberjack Show Brew City Wrestling Stock Horse of Wisconsin Drill Team Competition: 12 noon (Horse Arena)
Crankin Yankees: 4:30pm D Stock Car Races featuring Midwest Legends Dirt Series: 6pm F Madison County: 7:30pm D
Pig, Duck & Goat Races sponsored by Destination Door County On-Site Wood Carver Vendor Fair Paul Bunyan Lumberjack Show Brew City Wrestling Ross Canyon Band: 11:30am D
Demolition Derby sponsored by Door County Cooperative: 1pm F Time Machine: 2:30pm D
