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WOMAN PLEADS NOT GUILTY TO ARSON Sturgeon Bay – A 60-year-old Sturgeon Bay woman facing a felony arson charge for allegedly setting fire to her 70-year-old exboyfriend’s barn in the city pleaded not guilty June 25 in Door County Circuit Court after waiving her right to a preliminary hearing. Donna Jo Franklin, who has been held in the Door County Jail on a $25,000 cash bond, is scheduled back in court July 23 for a status conference. According to the criminal complaint, Franklin initially denied involvement in the fire that destroyed her ex-boyfriend’s unoccupied barn in the 1400 block of North 8th Avenue on the evening of June 10, but later allegedly admitted to a Sturgeon Bay police investigator that she entered the barn and used a lighter to ignite insulation paper on the building’s north end. She allegedly said the barn represented a dream they had shared and that, after their breakup, she did not want him sharing that dream with another woman. Fire investigators deemed the fire suspicious because it originated on the barn’s north side, where there was no apparent electrical source, and a neighbor reported seeing a vehicle enter the property shortly before the fire was reported.
CHAUDOIRS DOCK TO CLOSE FOR DREDGING BEGINNING JULY 13 Union – Chaudoirs Dock County Park will close beginning July 13 as the Door County Parks Department begins a dredging project expected to last six to eight weeks. The county dock and boat launch will remain closed during the work, while parking will be limited because of dredging equipment and truck traffic. A turbidity barrier will be used throughout the project to protect water quality. During the closure, boaters can use launches at Robert Carmody Park in Little Sturgeon or Brown County Bay Shore Park in New Franken. The project is intended to maintain safe boating access to Green Bay and improve long-term harbor navigation.
CITY POLLING PLACE MOVING TO ADRC Sturgeon Bay – City of Sturgeon Bay voters who go to the polls on Election Day in Wards 16-21 will have a different place to cast ballots starting in August. The Common Council approved changing the polling location from PATH of Door
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County at 340 Jaycee Court to ADRC of Door County at 914 N. 14th Ave. City Clerk Stephanie Reinhardt said the PATH of Door County building, which has been used by the city as a polling place for many years, is being remodeled and is no longer available for use for elections. Reinhardt said she has been working with the county to have the polling place moved to the ADRC because it has plenty of parking and is accessible for everyone. Reinhardt said the city will notify residents in those wards, which make up Aldermanic Districts 6-7, such as with mailers, press releases and social media, as well as having signs on the doors of PATH of Door County on Election Day about the polling place being changed to the ADRC of Door County.
LISTENING SESSION FOR EPHRAIM-GIBRALTAR AIRPORT MASTER PLAN Fish Creek – The Ephraim/Gibraltar Airport Commission will host a listening session on July 9 to gather input and share information about its Airport Master Plan. The public is invited to learn more about the airport and future plans to improve facilities and safety. The session will be held from 4-6 pm at the Gibraltar Community Center, 4097 Hwy 42, Fish Creek.
CTY E RECONSTRUCTION PROJECT BEGINS JULY 13 Baileys Harbor – The Door County Highway Department will begin a road reconstruction project in Baileys Harbor on County Road E between Elm Point Road and Logerquist Road starting the week of July 13. The project includes saw-cutting driveways and intersections, placing two 2.5-inch lifts of asphalt over the existing roadway, shouldering and centerline striping. Saw-cutting is scheduled for the week of July 13, with paving expected to begin later that week or during the week of July 20, weather permitting. Paving is expected to take three to four days. After the asphalt has cured, crews will complete shouldering and install centerline striping. Traffic access will be maintained whenever possible, although paving operations may require temporary lane or road closures. Flaggers will direct traffic as needed. Drivers are asked to obey flaggers and avoid driving on the oil adhesive applied between the two asphalt lifts. The project is expected to be substantially complete by Aug. 13, excluding centerline striping, though the schedule remains weather dependent. Motorists are urged to use caution around construction crews and equipment and follow all posted traffic signs.
12 SPEC HOMES PLANNED FOR COLORADO PLACE Sturgeon Bay – A developer who has already built apartment complexes on both sides of Sturgeon Bay is planning a 12-home subdivision next year on the city’s east side. S.C. Swiderski’s proposed Sunset Subdivision would feature 12 single-family spec homes
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on 3.15 acres along a future extension of Colorado Place between two street stubs, according to Jacqui Miller McElroy, director of business development for S.C. Swiderski. Because the site has shallow soil over bedrock, McElroy said the homes would be built on slabs without basements, allowing construction to be completed within a few months. S.C. Swiderski is seeking a development agreement with the city to install the public infrastructure needed for the project, which would be built in Tax Increment District (TID #6). Based on information S.C. Swiderski has provided the city, Community Development Director Rebecca Kerwin said the project is expected to have a valuation of more than $4.64 million. The city’s Finance/Purchasing and Building Committee recommended on June 9 entering into a $19,500 engineering services contract with Stantec Consulting Services, so that the city could begin designing the required public infrastructure improvements for the project, including extensions of sanitary sewer, water, stormwater and roadway connections between Bonnie View Drive and North 8th Place. Miller McElroy said prices for the homes have not yet been set, but she expects they would be less than comparable market-rate homes with basements that sell for more than $400,000. S.C. Swiderski’s apartment projects in the city include the 26-unit Sunset Estates on the former Sunset School site in TID #5 and the 56-unit Sturgeon Bay Estates along Grant Avenue on the city’s west end.
COUNTY ADDS MOBILE SAFETY BARRIERS TO PUBLIC EVENTS Door County – Door County Emergency Management and Destination Door County have partnered to deploy new mobile safety barriers intended to improve safety at community events by restricting unauthorized vehicle access to pedestrian areas. The barriers were used for the first time during the Fyr Bal Festival in Ephraim in June. “As communities across the country continue to evaluate event safety, Door County is taking proactive steps to provide an additional layer of protection for our residents and visitors,” said Door County Emergency Management Director JEB Saelens. “These barriers are a valuable resource that can be deployed at festivals, parades, farmers markets, and other public gatherings throughout the county.” Officials said the system is designed for festivals, parades, farmers’ markets and other public gatherings and can be quickly deployed and repositioned depending on event needs. The project was funded through Destination Door County’s Community Investment Fund, which uses room tax dollars to support community-based initiatives. The City of Sturgeon Bay purchased a mobile safety barrier system in 2025 to use at public events and first started using it in September for its Farmers Market.
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DOOR COUNTY MUNICIPALITIES Those municipalities that publish their public notices with us are indicated below with “PN.” COUNTY OF DOOR, POP. 30,066- PN co.door.wi.gov 920.746.2200 County Board meets 4th Tuesday of month Cty Clerk: Jill Lau jlau@co.door.wi.gov TOWN OF BAILEYS HARBOR, POP. 1,223 - PN admin@baileysharbor.gov 920.839.9509 Town Board meets 2nd Monday of month Clerk: Haley Adams admin@townofbaileysharborwi.gov TOWN OF BRUSSELS, POP. 1,125 - PN townofbrussels.com 920.493.1836 Town Board meets 2nd Wednesday of month Clerk: Sherri Dantoin clerk.townofbrussels@gmail.com TOWN OF CLAY BANKS, POP. 385 - PN tn.claybanks.wi.gov 920.493.7383 Town Board meets 2nd Monday of month Clerk: Jessica Bongle clerk@tn.claybanks.wi.gov TOWN OF EGG HARBOR, POP. 1,458- PN townofeggharbor.org 920.743.6141 Town Board meets 3rd Monday of month Clerk: Pam Krauel clerk@townofeggharbor.org VILLAGE OF EGG HARBOR, POP, 358 - PN villageofeggharbor.org 920.868.3334 Village Board meets 2nd Wednesday of month Clerk: Lynn Ohnesorge lohnesorge@villageofeggharbor.gov VILLAGE OF EPHRAIM, POP. 345 - PN ephraim-wisconsin.com 920.854.5501 Village board meets 2nd Tuesday of month Clerk/Treasurer: Andrea Collak acollak@ephraim.wi.gov TOWN OF FORESTVILLE, POP. 1,063 - PN forestvilletown.wi.gov 920.639.2431 PO Box 175, Forestville, WI 54213 Town board meets 3rd Monday of month Clerk: Theresa Tlachac clerk@forestvilletown.wi.gov VILLAGE OF FORESTVILLE, POP. 482 villageofforestvillewi.gov 571.340.1427 Village board meets 3rd Monday of month Clerk: Heidi Wyckoff clerk@villageofforestvillewi.gov TOWN OF GARDNER, POP. 1,218 - PN townofgardner.org 920.825.1137 Town board meets 2nd Wednesday of month Clerk: Amy Sacotte togclerk@townofgardnerwi.gov TOWN OF GIBRALTAR, POP. 1,228- PN gibraltarwi.gov 920.868.1714 Town board meets 1st Wednesday of month Clerk: Laura Reetz clerk@gibraltarwi.gov TOWN OF JACKSONPORT, POP. 878 - PN jacksonportwi.gov 920.823.8136 Town board meets 4th Tuesday of month Clerk/Treasurer: Colleen Huberty clerk@jacksonportwi.gov TOWN OF LIBERTY GROVE, POP. 2096 - PN libertygrove.org 920.854.2934 Town board meetings 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of month Clerk/Treasurer: Pam Donart town@libertygrovewi.gov TOWN OF NASEWAUPEE, POP. 1,984 -PN townofnasewaupee.com 920.495.0920 Town board meets 3rd Thursday of month Meetings: 3388 Cty PD Clerk: Jill Lau clerk@townofnasewapeewi.gov TOWN OF SEVASTOPOL, POP. 2,826 - PN townofsevastopol.com 920.746.1230 Town board meets on the 3rd Monday of month Clerk/Treasurer: Amy M. Flok office@townofsevastopolwi.gov VILLAGE OF SISTER BAY, POP. 1,148 - PN sisterbaywi.gov 920.854.4118 Village board meets 3rd Tuesday of month Clerk: Julie Thyssen info@sisterbaywi.gov CITY OF STURGEON BAY, POP. 9,646 - PN sturgeonbaywi.org 920.746.2900 Common Council meets 1st & 3rd Tuesday of month Clerk: Stephanie Reinhardt info@sturgeonbaywi.org TOWN OF STURGEON BAY, POP. 821 - PN townofsturgeonbay-wi.gov 920-338-5246 Town board meets 2nd Monday of month Clerk: Michelle Sternard clerk@townofsturgeonbay-wi.gov TOWN OF UNION, POP. 1,005 - PN https://townofuniondoorwi.gov/ 920.493.9559 Town board meets 2nd Wednesday of month Clerk: Beth Hanson clerk@townofuniondoorwi.gov TOWN OF WASHINGTON, POP. 777 - PN washingtonisland-wi.gov Town board meets 3rd Wednesday of month Clerk/Treasurer: Alexandria McDonald townoffice@washingtonisland-wi.gov
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Fight Continues For WakeEnhancement Ban at Clark Lake Clark Lake is split fairly evenly between Jacksonport and Sevastopol, meaning the ordinance would need to pass in both municipalities for it to be enforceable. The majority of ore than 18 months after first appealing to their Kangaroo Lake sits in Baileys Harbor, a minority part of it in municipal governments, a group of Clark Lake Jacksonport. As a result, only Baileys Harbor needed to pass residents continues to push for an ordinance the ordinance, and Jacksonport just had to agree with it – prohibiting the use of wake enhancements. which it did. In recent months, Protect Clark Lake LLC, a group formed At the June town board meetings, Clark Lake residents by resident Gwenn Graboyes, has urged their officials to reconsider the ramped up efforts to bring awareness to previously submitted ordinance and the issue, with over 100 signs planted in make it a formal agenda item for a yards across the county that read “BAN future meeting. WAKESURFING,” Graboyes said. In her remarks to both boards, Over 25 people showed up at both Graboyes emphasized a sense of the Sevastopol and Jacksonport Town urgency, noting that this summer Board meetings in June to plead their is the third in which lake residents case during public comments and ask are seeking such an ordinance. Once board members to put the ordinance on passed, the ordinance must go through their official agenda. a 60-day approval process with the Wake boats are speed boats Wisconsin Department of Natural equipped with ballast tanks or bags, Resources before it can be posted and compartments on a boat that fill with enacted, meaning it would likely be Clark Lake residents hold “BAN water to adjust weight distribution and next summer before it can be enforced WAKESURFING” signs at the June buoyancy, which weigh down the back in any capacity. Jacksonport Town Board meeting. and increase wake output. A number of other residents joined ELEANOR CORBIN The propeller wash – or the force Graboyes to express their appreciation created by the propeller – of these boats is over 20 feet in for the lake and their worries about wake-enhanced boats. depth on average, according to a 2022 water quality and Luke Traver, a homeowner along the Clark Lake shoreline wave impact study for the North Lake Management District and father to a 4-year-old, spoke at both meetings about in Waukesha County by Terra Vigilis Environmental Services wanting the lake to remain a safe and healthy place for him Group. The Wisconsin-based environmental consulting firm to raise his family. He said he is concerned that continued specializes in the collection of scientific data related to wakeboat use puts that in jeopardy. shoreline erosion, wave dynamics, sediment movement and “I don’t want to be on a dead lake that’s been ravaged by water quality. wake boats,” he said. With smaller inland lakes like Clark Lake, where less than For him and other residents, this issue isn’t hypothetical. 1% of the lake is deeper than 20 feet and the average depth Traver recalled being knocked from his paddleboard as a is 7 feet, this propeller wash can hit the bottom of the lake, result of the wake coming from an enhanced boat. tearing up plant life, disrupting environments for fish and Others shared similar experiences, like 76-year-old Ralph invertebrates and stirring up deep sediment, according to the Dunn, whose fishing boat was swamped by a wakeboat wave. Terra Vigilis study. At the Sevastopol meeting, a wakeboat owner named John Across the state of Wisconsin, over 80 local ordinances McCormick also spoke in favor of the ordinance, saying that regulate wake surfing and enhanced wakes, according to the while he enjoys using his enhanced MasterCraft on Lake Last Wilderness Alliance. The nonprofit, established in 2021, Michigan, he knew Clark Lake would be too shallow for the supports efforts across the state to protect lakes against the craft from the first time he toured it on his pontoon. impacts of wake surfing. The Jacksonport Town Board did not directly respond One of those ordinances protects Kangaroo Lake in Baileys to residents at the meeting, but Sevastopol Town Board Harbor. Chairman Dan Woelfel told the group he had two main At the time Clark Lake residents first brought the potential concerns relative to passing an ordinance. ordinance to Sevastopol and Jacksonport in October 2024, The first was the necessary coordination with Jacksonport, Kangaroo Lake residents raised the same concern with the he said. Baileys Harbor Town Board. The Sevastopol Town Board also received advice from its By January 2025, Baileys Harbor passed an ordinance attorney to hold off on considering the ordinance until two prohibiting the use of “ballast tanks, ballast bags or fins to lawsuits make their way through the courts, Woelfel added. cause a boat to operate Wakeboat owners have sued their municipal governments in a bow-high manner” on Kangaroo Lake. Wakeboat owners for passing such ordinances at Elkhart Lake in Sheboygan are still permitted to use their boat on Lake Michigan or on County and the town of Scott in Burnett County, according to Kangaroo Lake without the use of its enhancements. Wisconsin Public Radio, claiming them to be unconstitutional. Graboyes said residents have presented nearly identical “We’re in a holding pattern,” Woelfel said regarding the ordinances to both towns, and the ordinance has not made it ongoing suits. out of committee in either Jacksonport or Sevastopol. by ELEANOR CORBIN eleanor@ppulse.com
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he city’s Aesthetic Design and Site Plan Review Board approved plans for a third manufactured home next to the Door County Justice Center at 1183 S. Duluth Ave., where convicted sex offenders on supervised release are housed. The County of Door site was previously approved for the placement of four manufactured homes for the State of Wisconsin’s Chapter 980 program to house individuals defined as sexually violent persons who are on supervised release in the county. State law requires a court placing a sexually violent person on supervised release to house the person in the county of residence at the time that person committed the related offense. The board, which reviews exterior components of projects, including the
site layout and compliance with design standards, had approved plans for the first two manufactured homes in June 2021. The third home will be similar in design and appearance to the existing two. Door County Corporation Counsel Sean Donohue informed the board that the county, which is required by the state to locate housing for sexually violent persons who are released, is not seeking to build the fourth home at this time because of monetary reasons. “[Of] the two existing residences, one’s vacant,” he said. “The reason we’re building the third [home] is there are accommodations that are required for the person coming on supervised release that the two existing do not meet. We don’t need a third residence other than to meet the disability accommodations of the individual who’s being released.” Donohue said the reason the county planned to build as many as four homes
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next to the Justice Center was for the potential to house up to eight sexually violent persons who could be released in the county, but that hasn’t happened. “There is no prediction of when that will happen [when sexually violent persons are released in the county] at the petition of the court,” he said. “We have no say when that happens.” Donohue said the county planned to build the homes next to the Justice Center “as inexpensively as we could.” “We’re not looking to spend a substantial amount of county resources on this, but I believe it is as cheap as we can possibly get that, and still meet the accommodations needed,” he said. City Code Administrator and Administrative Assistant Colleen Michiels said a certificate of appropriateness to build a manufactured home next to the Justice Center expires after two years, so the county would have to reapply if the fourth home wasn’t built by that time.
Inside the Door County League with Herb Gould The Door County League Baseball Season is in full swing, so Herb Gould joins Myles Dannhausen Jr. to talk about why Kolberg has climbed to the top of the league, the stories he keeps finding in the league and why it fascinates him so much. Gould, a former Chicago Sun-Times sportswriter, writes a weekly column about the league for the Peninsula Pulse and is working on a book about the history of baseball in Door County.
Local Issues Making Waves and Rocking Quarries Peninsula Pulse reporter Eleanor Corbin joins Debra Fitzgerald to discuss two controversial local stories: wakesurfing on Clark Lake and the new “Rock on the Rock” event at the former Leathem & Smith quarry. Wakesurfing has become a popular recreational sport, but not everyone believes it belongs on a shallow lake like Clark Lake. Meanwhile, neighbors have raised concerns about “Rock on the Rock,” which features live music and an LED light show projected onto the quarry’s 70-foot rock wall.
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Door County Spring Groundwater Results To Be Released July 7 Countywide Sampling Efforts
Percentage Exceeding Safe Water Quality Standards
Though participation is voluntary, the Door County Well Monitoring Program aims to collect at least one private well water sample from every one-square-mile section of the county. A total of 435 sections have been covered since 2019, representing 66% of the county. Since 2019, researchers have collected 2,392 bacteria samples, 2,349 nitrate samples and 1,827 arsenic samples. Source: University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh, Environmental Research and Innovation Center.
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esidents will get their first look at how an unusually wet winter and spring affected Door County’s groundwater when researchers present the results on July 7 from the county’s spring well-water sampling program. The public forum begins at 6 pm at Crossroads at Big Creek, where Greg Kleinheinz, director of the Environmental Research and Innovation Center at the University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh, will present the findings. The “Door County Well Monitoring Program – Spring 2026” presentation is expected to last about 45 minutes and will be followed by an open question-and-answer session. This year’s results may differ from those of recent years, Kleinheinz said, because spring sampling occurred immediately after widespread flooding and prolonged standing water across the county, conditions that can affect groundwater quality. Greg Coulthurst, Door County Soil and Water Conservation Department (SWCD) conservationist, is eagerly anticipating the results. He said heavy snowmelt followed by significant rainfall created unusually
DCEC Calls for Expanded Testing and More Transparency The Door County Environmental Council (DCEC) is a local nonprofit environmental advocacy organization founded in 1969 that seeks to “foster the preservation of Door County’s natural resources through advocacy, education and action,” according to its website. Given DCEC’s focus on water quality issues, the Peninsula Pulse asked the organization for its perspective on the
Door County is more susceptible to groundwater contamination due to its limestone and bedrock geology, where water travels quickly from the land into the groundwater and wells. Source: University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh, Environmental Research and Innovation Center.
high groundwater recharge, conditions that can flush bacteria such as E. coli into aquifers and wells. On the flip side, it can also dilute some contaminants. He didn’t expect nitrate levels to increase because he said relatively little manure or fertilizer had been applied to Door County farm fields before the heavy precipitation. “It’s going to be interesting,” he said. One season of testing doesn’t predict drinking-water quality, however, and the value of the program lies not only in biannual snapshots, Kleinheinz said, but in building a long-term record that reveals trends over time. “At this point, we are monitoring any changes in coliform and E.coli results versus previous years,” Kleinheinz said. “Additionally, we are adding each event’s data to longer-term data to determine if compounds like nitrate are building in the environment. If not, great. If so, where and what can be done to mitigate these inputs.” The July forum will also include an update on the voluntary septic system tracer study that began in September 2025. The study examined private wells along Bay Shore Drive in the Town of Sevastopol for compounds associated with human wastewater, including artificial sweeteners and caffeine, after earlier monitoring found elevated nitrate patterns. “These components indicate a connection between wastewater and drinking water,” Kleinheinz said – even when conventional continued on page 9
county’s ongoing private well monitoring program in advance of the release of the latest results. The DCEC said it supports the program and encourages private well owners to test their water annually to establish a baseline for their wells. It said expanded participation could provide a more complete picture of groundwater conditions, noting that only a fraction of the county’s estimated 8,000 private wells are currently included in the program.
The organization also supports public access to all water-quality monitoring results conducted by the county or state, additional testing in areas such as large livestock operations and manure-spreading sites, and timely public notification of manure spills. It said making more monitoring data publicly available could help identify contamination patters and inform future policy decisions.
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Door County Spring Groundwater Results continued from page 7 well tests for nitrate, coliform bacteria or E. coli do not show elevated levels. Seven Years of Well Monitoring The University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh has offered private well testing in Door County since 2019, encouraging homeowners to monitor drinking water while building a long-term database of groundwater conditions. Because Wisconsin does not require routine testing of most private wells, the voluntary program helps fill important gaps in understanding groundwater quality. Sampling is conducted each spring and fall. Participants receive individual test results while Kleinheinz and his team present countywide findings at public forums. Testing includes total coliform bacteria, E. coli and nitrate, with optional analyses available for arsenic, pH, alkalinity, hardness and iron. Across the spring and fall 2025 sampling seasons, researchers analyzed 469 total coliform samples, 511 E. coli samples, 385 nitrate samples, and 260 arsenic samples, according to the summary report. About 8% of tested wells had detectable total coliform bacteria, fewer than 1% tested positive for E. coli, and none exceeded the drinking water standard for arsenic. While only three samples exceeded the drinking water standard for nitrate of 10 milligrams per liter (mg/L), the report notes that nitrate concentrations above 3 mg/L generally indicate contamination. During the spring sampling, about 16% of nitrate samples measured between 2 and 5 mg/L, while 6% fell between 5 and 10 mg/L. In the fall, 17% of the samples were in the 2-to-5 mg/L range and 8% measured between 5 and 10 mg/L. Overall, Door County’s 2025 monitoring results were below statewide averages of 17% for total coliform, 5% for E. coli, 8% for nitrate exceedances and 5% for arsenic exceedances, according to the summary report. Although only a fraction of Door County’s approximately 8,000 private wells have been sampled to date, the program as of 2025’s end had collected data from about 66% of the county’s 619 one-square-mile survey sections, providing broad geographic coverage for identifying long-term trends, according to the summary report. Researchers Continue Studying Groundwater Risks The monitoring effort is significant in Door County because of its geology. Much of the county sits atop fractured dolomite and limestone bedrock covered by relatively thin soils, making groundwater particularly vulnerable to contamination. According to the U.S. Geological Survey, Door County ranks among the areas of Wisconsin most susceptible to groundwater contamination because of factors including shallow bedrock, soil characteristics and depth to the water table. In 2015, the Door County SWCD urged the state to adopt agricultural runoff standards tailored to karst regions such as Door and Kewaunee counties. The Silurian standards took effect in 2018, and Kleinheinz said he receives public questions as to whether they have improved groundwater quality. “When you look at data from prior to the standards, it certainly does appear that the frequency of things like coliform-positive samples is lower than it had been historically,” Kleinheinz said.
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Coulthurst said groundwater indicators have improved since 2018, although broader adoption of nutrient management practices has also reduced nutrients and manure entering groundwater. “We have large compliance with our farm sites,” Coulthurst said. “Ninety-seven percent of crops are in nutrient management plans.” County Study on Emerging Contaminants Wraps This Year While bacteria and nitrate remain the foundation of the county’s monitoring program through UW-Oshkosh, the county is also studying emerging contaminants. The county hired GZA Environmental in 2023 to conduct a four-year study, examining traditional pollutants and emerging contaminants the county hasn’t previously screened for – PFAS (per- and poly-fluorinated substances), polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs), pesticides, personal-care substances, sweeteners, caffeine, microplastics and pharmaceuticals. “Nobody is looking at this stuff,” Coulthurst said. GZA has presented two rounds of findings since 2023. Coulthurst said PFAS has been detected in Door County groundwater, generally at low concentrations, with no elevated levels comparable to those found in communities such as Peshtigo and Marinette. Individual results remain confidential because the study relies on volunteers. Researchers also found microplastics in all 10 wells sampled during a pilot study, with the highest concentrations near Europe Lake. Analysis found the particles came from common consumer products, including plastic bags, Styrofoam and clothing. “We as humans have adopted plastic as a convenience material,” Coulthurst said. “It’s everywhere. And anything small enough to dissolve will end up in the groundwater.” Kleinheinz said public interest in emerging contaminants continues to grow. His laboratory began offering microplastics testing this year and is exploring expanded PFAS testing, although the analyses remain expensive and technically challenging under federal standards.
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by hours of exposure to sun, glare, wind, noise and vibration while on the water. A Coast Guard-approved and properlyfit life jacket is needed for each person onboard, along with one approved throwable flotation device for any boat 16 feet and longer. DNR and Coast Guard officials recommend that everyone wear their life jackets. Wisconsin has about 600,000 registered boats. Many thousands of other watercraft don’t need to be registered, including kayaks, canoes and sailboats 12 feet of length or less and not equipped with a motor. Other exceptions include sailboards not equipped with a motor or sail, and vessels registered in another state and using our waters for less than 60 consecutive days. So far this year, there have been at least nine fatal boating accidents statewide, including one in Door County. Operating while intoxicated citations have dropped from more than 200 twice in the past decade to a low of 75 in both 2024 and 2025. On the other hand, life jacket citations hit highs of 688 in both 2023 and 2025, more than twice as many as in 2017. Attempts to reach a U.S. Coast Guard spokesperson at the Sturgeon Bay station, or a Wisconsin DNR official,
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Top 10 Wisconsin Boating Citations in 2025 1. 422 citations: Failure to carry required number/type of readily accessible portable flotation devices for each person on board 2. 197 citations: Operating a personal watercraft greater than slow-no-wake within 100 feet of another boat 3. 180 citations: Operating a boat without a valid certificate of number 4. 127 citations: Operating at speed in excess of the posted notice 5. 123 citations: Operating a motorboat while age 16 or older without a valid safety certificate (born on/after 1-189) 6. 109 citations: Operating/using a boat 16 feet or longer without at least one throwable personal flotation device 7. 101 citations: Operating a personal watercraft while age 16 or older without a valid safety certificate (born on/after 1-1-89) 8. 89 citations: Local ordinance violation 9. 86 citations: Failure to have required fire extinguishing equipment on board 10. 79 citations: Failure to properly display certification/registration decal on boat
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hen some kind of product – don’t know what – had been delivered to the Peninsula Pulse’s Baileys Harbor office, its huge cardboard skins were stacked for recycling. It was clear to me they first needed to become a fort. My two youngest grandchildren are 3 and 5 and we head to Minnesota every couple of months to see them. Last weekend, we headed out to visit, first finagling the cardboard into the back seat, picking up some tempera paint markers to decorate the fort and packing some duct tape to allow for all possible construction issues. The duct tape proved to be a stabilizing necessity, but the paint markers – advertised as quick-drying, easy to wash off, mess-free – didn’t live up to their promise. Our arms and hands were as colorful as the fort, and I spent a fair amount of time using a scrub brush on the patio.
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Sunday morning, we usually head back to Door County early, barely after everyone is up. This time, as everyone slept and we got ready to slip out of the house around 6:30 am for a walk before the long drive home, our 5-year-old granddaughter came downstairs and asked if she could come. We decided to walk with her along the route to her new kindergarten, which she starts this fall. It was a beautiful and still morning. Our granddaughter talked the whole way, skipping ahead and back in conversation, plucking wildflowers along the sidewalk, stopping to listen to a bird, to admire a flower in a garden, to proudly show us how she had learned to safely cross the street at the crosswalk leading to the school path. Her dad texted after we returned home that our granddaughter’s favorite part of our visit was that morning walk – the unplanned thing we didn’t spend any time thinking about and just did. It made me think that letting go is not something we gain as we grow wiser, but something we lose as we grow older.
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STATE OF WISCONSIN, CIRCUIT COURT, DOOR COUNTY IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF Dean L. Kowalkoski Notice to Creditors (Informal Administration) Case No. 26 PR 44 PLEASE TAKE NOTICE: 1. An application for informal administration was filed. 2. The decedent, with date of birth July 26, 1952 and date of death May 11, 2026 was domiciled in Door County, State of Wisconsin, with a mailing address of 500 N. 9th Ct., #214 Sturgeon Bay, WI 3. All interested persons waived notice. 4. The deadline for filing a claim against the decedent’s estate is 9/10/ 2026. 5. A claim may be filed at the Office of the Door County Justice Center - Door County Courthouse, 1207 South Duluth Avenue, Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin, Room C256. BY THE COURT: /s/ Regan Hendrickson Register in Probate 6/10/26 Bret Liebmann 225 S. Monroe Ave #103 Green Bay, WI 54301 920-784-2900 Bar Number 1064291 Run: June 19, 26, July 3, 2026 WNAXLP STATE OF WISCONSIN, CIRCUIT COURT, DOOR COUNTY IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF Annette L. Allen Notice to Creditors (Informal Administration) Case No. 26 PR 42 PLEASE TAKE NOTICE: 1. An application for informal
administration was filed. 2. The decedent, with date of birth 02/25/1936 and date of death 03/28/2026, was domiciled in Door County, State of Wisconsin, with a mailing address of 908 Oregon Street, Sturgeon Bay, WI 54235. 3. All interested persons waived notice. 4. The deadline for filing a claim against the decedent’s estate is Sept 8, 2026. 5. A claim may be filed at the Door County Courthouse, Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin, Room C256. Attorney David P. Weller Boardman & Clark LLP PO Box 927 Madison, WI 53701-0927 Telephone: 608-257-9521 Bar Number: 1029927 Run: June 19, 26, July 3 2026 WNAXLP STATE OF WISCONSIN, CIRCUIT COURT, DOOR COUNTY IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF EDWARD C. AUGUSTINE, JR. Amended Order Setting Time to Hear Petition for Administration and Deadline for Filing Claims (Formal Administration) Case No. 26 PR 41 A Petition for Formal Administration was filed. THE COURT FINDS: The decedent, with date of birth July 26, 1949 and date of death March 31, 2026 was domiciled in Door County, State of Wisconsin, with a mailing address of 3420 Kangaroo Beach Road, Baileys Harbor, WI 54202. THE COURT ORDERS: 1. The Petition be heard at the Door County Justice Center, Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin, Room C258, before Circuit Court Judge/Circuit Court Commissioner Regan Hendrickson, on Thursday, July 16, 2026 at 10:00 AM You do not need to appear unless you object. The petition may be granted if there is no objection. 2. The deadline for filing a
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Door County County Board of Supervisors Meeting Door County Government Center Tuesday, May 26, 2026 Minutes Call Meeting to Order The meeting was called to order at 9:01 a.m. by Chairman David Englebert at the Door County Government Center. Chairman Englebert led the Pledge of Allegiance. Roll Call by County Clerk Roll call was taken - 20 County Board Members were present – David Englebert (D1), Todd Thayse (D2), Jason Tlachac (D3), Nancy Robillard (D4), Jeff Miller (D5), Ken Fisher (D6), Claire Morkin (D7), Collin Jeanquart (D8), Ryan Shaw (D9), Alexis Heim Peter (D10), Helen Bacon (D11), Nissa Norton (D12), Dale Vogel (D13), Hugh Zettel (D14), Elizabeth Gauger (D15), Theresa Cain-Bieri (D16), Dave Smith (D17), Preston Pluff (D19), Walter Kalms (D20), and Nancy Goss (D21). 1 Member excused - Vinni Hancock (D18). Presentation of Agenda Motion by Jeanquart , seconded by Pluff to approve the agenda. Motion carried by voice vote. Correspondence • Transportation Newsletter 1 st Quarter 2026 • Transportation Fair Poster Public Comment None. Supervisors Response N/A. Approval of Minutes of the April 21, 2026 County Board Organizational Meeting and the April 28, 2026 County Board Meeting Motion by Shaw, seconded by Thayse to approve the minutes of the April 21, 2026 County Board Organizational Meeting and the April 28, 2026 County Board Meeting. Motion carried by voice vote. County Administrator Monthly Report on Operational and Capital Projects; Legislative Issues Submitted; and Gifts, Grants, and Donations Received The monthly report was included in the meeting packet for review. Pending Business/Updates No pending business or updates were presented. Resolutions 2026-34 FAA – Automated Weather Observation System Lease Motion by Kalms, seconded by Gauger to approve Resolution 2026-34 – Extension of the lease of real property at the Door County Cherryland Airport with the Federal Aviation Administration for the purpose of maintaining an Automated Weather Observing System and an access road for a term of 20 years. Motion carried by voice vote. 2026-35 Approval of County Highway Improvement Grant to the Door County Highway Department Motion by Kalms, seconded by Fisher to approve Resolution
2026-35 – Approval of the three grant awards to the Door County Highway Department to be used for highway construction and improvements as follows: $147,482.61 County Highway Improvement Grant for County C, 4 lane to County DK (2026); $582,468 County Highway Improvement Supplemental Grant for County B, County G to Birch Lane (2027); and, $361,977.79 County Highway Improvement Discretionary Grant for County W, Detroit Harbor Road to McDonald Road (2028). Motion carried by voice vote. 2026-36 Approval of National Fish & Wildlife Foundation Sustain Our Great Lakes Grant for Invasive Species Control Motion by Thayse, seconded by Smith to approve Resolution 2026-36 – Acceptance of The National Fish and Wildlife Foundation award to the Soil & Water Department in the amount of $200,000 with a County match of $194,376.89, for the purpose of hiring staff and contractors to conduct treatments of Phragmites australis, knotweed, purple loosestrife and other priority invasive species. Motion carried by voice vote. 2026-37 Appointments to County Board Subunits: Zoning Board of Adjustment and Library Board Motion by Thayse, seconded by Norton to approve Resolution 2026-37 – Appointment of Brian Forest and Cheryl Mick as regular members of the Board of Adjustment and Bob Ryan as an alternate member of the Board of Adjustment, terms expire June 2029; and Matthew Huston and Nicole Matson as City appointees to the Library Board, terms expire May 2027. Motion carried by voice vote. 2026-38 Highway Department – Position Change Motion by Thayse, seconded by Robillard to approve Resolution 2026-38 – Approval to reclassify a Mechanic Position to Highway Worker. Motion carried by voice vote. 2026-39 Partnership with Door County Economic Development for Broadband Implementation Motion by Thayse, seconded by Miller to approve Resolution 2026-39 – Approval of a Memorandum of Understanding with Door County Economic Development to ensure that the County can complete the final broadband objectives and still be within targeted project expenditures. County Administrator Ken Pabich noted the partnership with DCEDC is critical after our current Broadband Coordinator Jessica Hatch recently accepted a position with the State. The county tasks yet to be completed would not warrant the County hiring a new Broadband Coordinator; this partnership will assist the County in completing the remaining tasks. Motion carried by voice vote. 2026-40 Authorization to Obtain a Feasibility Study for the Emergency Services Middle Station Project – Transfer of Non-Budgeted Funds Motion by Miller, seconded by Shaw to approve Resolution 2026-40 – Approval of the transfer of an amount not to exceed $30,000 from the Capital Outlay Emergency Services Expense Account to fund the retention of professional services to conduct a feasibility study evaluating the purchase of vacant land with new construction versus the purchase and remodel of an existing building for the Middle Emergency Services Station. County Administrator Ken Pabich reviewed the progress to-date following the approval of the Board to search to
PENINSULA PULSE identify potential sites. Three options would be included in the study – purchasing and remodel of an existing building, purchasing vacant land and building a facility, and constructing an addition to the Jacksonport Fire Station. Motion carried by roll call vote with 19 Members voting Yes; 1 Member voting No – Pluff; 1 Member excused. 2026-41 Data Center and Battery Energy Storage System Development Moratorium Motion by Thayse, seconded by Shaw to approve Resolution 2026-41 – Imposing a moratorium on the development of Data Centers and Battery Energy Storage Systems within the unincorporated areas of Door County to provide time to investigate and address, through regulation, planning, and otherwise, the potential impact on such land uses. The moratorium is necessary to maintain public health, safety, and general welfare, in addition to other reasons. The moratorium shall be in effect within the unincorporated areas of Door County for a period of up to twelve (12) months from the date of this resolution; and the Door County Board of Supervisors reserves the right to extend the moratorium by separate action if deemed necessary. Supervisor Todd Thayse noted at this time there is no known projects related to a Data Center in our county. CC Donohue noted this isn’t a forever moratorium rather it allows the Land Use Services Department time to review and address the concerns from our county. The initial moratorium period is for 12 months with the ability to extend should we need that. This allows the County time to take a pause to determine what zoning implications these types of facilities have and to allow time to update zoning ordinances and the Comprehensive Plan if needed. Land Use Services Director Karyn Behling explained the Resource Planning Committee discussed this over several different committee meetings. This resolution allows time to research and craft an appropriate plan for the future. Motion carried by voice vote. 2026-42 Approval of Town of Brussels Zoning Ordinance Map Amendment Motion by Fisher, seconded by Miller to approve Resolution 2026-42 – Approval of the Town of Brussels zoning map amendment rezoning the eastern 1.848 acres of parcel 0040003262433A from Light Industrial (LI) to Rural Residential (RR). Motion carried by voice vote. Ordinances No ordinances were presented. Special Reports No special reports were presented. New Business Addressing Project – Update / Status Emergency Management Director JEB Saelens presented a PowerPoint reviewing the project which included: the project is 42% complete; Phase I (crews replace green sign with blue sign that have a metal post in good working condition within 20’ of the driveway. If a new post is needed or post needs to be relocated crews will circle back around once Diggers has been to the address); municipalities worked through; projected total costs - $755,000; estimated completion date is Fall 2027; currently working on Phase II in the Town of Sturgeon Bay and Town of Clay Banks and prepping the Town of Union for Phase II. Museum Project – Timeline / Next Steps Facilities & Parks Director Wayne Spritka and County Administrator Pabich provided an update on the project which included: proposed
interior floorplan which includes two tenant spaces, shared restrooms, an office for the Museum, and shared conference rooms; building elevations; preliminary schedule – out to bid in June with County Board review and approval in July; estimated costs - Museum archives & storage space - $1,882,233, commercial space renovations for tenants - $809,219, and ADA upgrades to existing Museum - $178,018. Broadband Update Broadband Coordinator Jessica Hatch presented a PowerPoint which included: Municipal broadband Grant Status; Municipal broadband next steps – Broadband adoption and digital-skill building; BEAD award summary; recent State grant opened; and BEAD next steps. New Employee & Administrative Policy Manual (for review) Corporation Counsel Sean Donohue provided a background on how we arrived at this draft; this document incorporates and updates previous versions of the Employee Handbook and Administrative Manual originally adopted in 2014. The new Manual has been thoroughly reviewed internally, legally, and has been provided to all employees for further input. The Board will have time over the next month to review the document and provide final comment prior to the June Board meeting. The new Manual will be a working, living document and changes can be made at any time as needed. Oral Committee Reports No oral committee reports were presented. Review Committee Minutes Reviewed. Review Vouchers, Claims and Bills Reviewed. Announcements • 2026 Wisconsin Counties Association Annual Conference – September 20 – 22 – Kalahari Resort, Wisconsin Dells • County Board/Department Head Budget Retreat – Thursday, June 11, 2026 – 8:00 a.m. • Next County Board Meeting: Tuesday, June 23, 2026 - 9:00 a.m. Adjourn Motion by Norton, seconded by Pluff to adjourn. Motion carried by voice vote. Time: 10:14 a.m. Respectfully submitted by Jill M. Lau, County Clerk WNAXLP
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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING BEFORE THE DOOR COUNTY, WI BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT DOOR COUNTY GOVERNMENT CENTER 421 NEBRASKA ST. STURGEON BAY, WI 54235 A public hearing held by the Door County Board of Adjustment (BOA) on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, will be in the Door County Government Center Peninsula Room (C121, 1 st Floor). Use the 4 th Street entrance, across from the library. Applicants and others who wish to offer oral testimony must attend in person. Members of the public who wish to monitor/observe the meeting may attend in person or do so remotely by using the link below, or via the Zoom smartphone app, or by calling (312) 626-6799. Link: https://us02web.zoom. us/j/84929760193?pwd=9gs CrRPRY9Gz5kQfN9pKhIqqp 6QaYt.1 Webinar ID: 849 2976 0193 Passcode: 311565 The hearing will begin at 4:30 p.m. to consider the following application(s) for a variance, as specified in the Door County zoning ordinance(s): TOWN OF BAILEYS HARBOR
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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING The City of Sturgeon Bay Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing in the Council Chambers, 421 Michigan Street, Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin on Tuesday, July 14, 2026 at 12:00 Noon or shortly thereafter, in regard to a request from SignArt Co., on behalf of Sturgeon Bay Hospitality, LLC for a variance from section 27.13(4)(c)4 which provides that a wall sign in the General Commercial (C1) zoning district shall not exceed 20 feet in height. The applicant proposes to install two illuminated wall signs on a proposed four-story hotel located at 1026 Egg Harbor Road, Parcel No. 281-6210000105A. One sign is proposed at an elevation of approximately 39 feet 5¾ inches on the east façade, and the second sign is proposed at an elevation of approximately 40 feet 5⅜ inches on the south façade. The variance application is on file with the Community Development Department, 421 Michigan Street, and may be inspected Monday through Friday during normal business hours. Interested persons are invited to provide testimony regarding the proposed variance request either in person, at the public hearing, or by submitting written comments prior to the hearing. By order of: City of Sturgeon Bay Zoning Board of Appeals. WNAXLP
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Public Notices continued from page 3 10252531 for a nonrefundable charge of $50. Contact QuestCDN Customer Support at 952- 233-1632 or info@ questcdn.com for assistance in membership registration, downloading digital project information, and vBid online bid submittal. Project bid documents must be downloaded from QuestCDN which will add your company to the Plan Holder List and allow access to vBid online bidding for the submittal of your bid. The QuestCDN website will be updated periodically with addenda, lists of registered plan holders, reports, and other information relevant to submitting a Bid for the Project. All official notifications, addenda, and other Bidding Documents will be offered only through the designated website. Neither Owner nor Engineer will
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POEHLER SHARPENING Jarvis Poehler Drop Off Bins: Sturgeon Bay Owner
(920) 495-1040
• Cutlery Knives • Construction tools • Lawn Tools • Grooming Clippers • and Much More!
728 N. 4th Ave. Ace Hardware 1225 Egg Harbor Rd. Northern Door 3630 Fairview Rd. Ace Hardware Sister Bay 10636 N Bay Shore Dr. Ace Hardware Lux Casco 606 Center Dr.
DAR DA R R E N ’ S GLASS SE RVIC E YOUR CLEAR CHOICE!
Window Repair • Professional Window Washing Andersen Windows Service Tech Phone: 218-343-4146 darrensglass@gmail.com Serving the greater Door County area. All work done onsite.
BONI PEREZ HANDYMAN LLC DOES IT ALL! GENERAL CONTRACTOR KITCHEN/BATH REMODEL FLOORING OF ALL KINDS PAINTING-INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR ROOFING AND SIDING LANDSCAPE AND HARDSCAPE MASONRY AND MORE!
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Full Service Residential and Commercial hard-scape and soft-scape design and installation: Patio, fire pit, walkway, retaining wall, Pond, Driveway, foundation, Site work, Sod/seed, Flatwork, planting, mulching, care-taking, snow removal, mowing. Up-Front Pricing, References, Insured
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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. Door County Kraut Co. / Mr. Burns Peppertorium Hand-cut – house made fresh/ frozen or canned plain and spicy sauerkrauts (probiotics are live in the fresh/frozen varieties – the heat process in canning kills the bacteria). DC Kraut specializes in smoked whitefish dips, fridge pickles including Oriental Daikon Radish SS, scratch bakery – pies, pastries, breakfast treats, cookies, desserts, pot pies, and more. We’re at BHCA Sunday
be responsible for Bidding Documents, including addenda, if any, obtained from sources other than the designated website. Proposals shall not be withdrawn for a period of 30 days after the date of opening. The Fish Creek Sanitary District No. 1 reserves the right to reject any or all of the proposals and to waive any informalities therein. Dates of Publication: June 26th and July 3rd, 2026 By Authority of: Jennifer Steber, Clerk WNAXLP
PUBLIC HEARINGS EGG HARBOR
PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE VILLAGE OF EGG HARBOR ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW & HISTORIC PRESERVATION BOARD July 20 th , 2026 AT 1:00 PM PAUL J. BERTSCHINGER COMMUNITY CENTER 7860 STH 42 Egg Harbor, WI
farmers/artisan markets 9-1 on County F & EE from STH 57 west to School Alley. Mister Burns LLC specializes in mild-wild fermented for flavor hot sauces, BBQ’s, Salsa’s, numerous hot pepper jams, spicy A2- aged white cheddar block cheeses, seasoning salts and novelty nosh. Our goal is making tasty foods, a pleasure to eat and good for you. Shop our “little store” at 2604 Grove Road – to schedule a time for personal tasting experiences. Farm Tours Sundays into October are from 4-8 p.m. “Something Special from Wisconsin”. Call Ann for more info at 920.839.2288, or leave a voice message. Yellow Barn Collectibles Open Fri, Sun & Mon 7/3, 7/5, 7/6 10am – 4pm. 11632 Lakeview Rd Ellison Bay. Quality artwork, Rick Strini stemwork, Orvis fishing accessories, Indian motorcycle jacket, rare and/ or collectible books, railroad lanterns, rosemaled trunk, vintage furniture, one of a kind artisan pieces & much more. SPORTING EQUIPMENT For recreational vehicles Lectric XP adult e bike tricycle, 20 inch tires. Like new, only 34 miles ($1400 new). $700, call Tom 630.392.0218.
GARAGE/ YARD SALE GARAGE/YARD SALE Garage Sale Saturday July 4th, 8am-Noon, 1508 Birchwood, Ellison Bay. Cleaned out cupboards, closets, drawers, a bird’s-eye maple dresser, lots of home decor, and used Trek bikes girls and mens. “BARN SALE” Antiques and Collectibles; Vintage and MCM furniture, houseware, glassware, lamps;
PENINSULA PULSE 54209 Members of the public may also join the meeting by video conference: https://villageofeggharbor. zoom.us/j/81677083737 Members of the public with limited internet are encouraged to dial in: Call in Number: 312 626 6799 Meeting ID: 816 7708 3737 NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING OF HISTORIC DESIGNATION: Notice is hereby given that at 1:00 P.M. on Monday, July 20 th , 2026 the Village of Egg Harbor Architectural Review & Historic Designation Board will hold a public hearing at the Paul J Bertschinger Community Center 7860 STH 42 Egg Harbor, WI 54209 and on the Zoom meeting platform using Meeting ID 816 7708 3737 to consider a local historic designation for the following properties pursuant to section § 152.027 (E) (1) of the Village of Egg Harbor
Code: 7631 STH 42 – Parcel # 1180125302644A – Otherwise known as Chief Oshkosh 7914 STH 42 - Parcel # 1180124302614N7 – Otherwise known as Calvary United Methodist Church All interested parties are invited to appear and be heard either in person or on zoom. In person testimony will be received first followed by those testifying by zoom. Members of the public testifying by zoom will need to do so using the video option. Deliberations will be made by the Village Architectural Review and Historic Designation Board at their regular public meeting on July 20 th , 2026, immediately following this public hearing. Dated June 29th , 2026 WNAXLP
2 MCM chrome and wood etageres, vintage electric train set, quilt tops, 1940’s restaurant ware, antique milk glass shades, 2 vintage fishing reels and lures, vintage fabrics, paintings, Lifepak 6 defibrillator, never used Dogra Pathfinder, Rally wheels, VHS players, old cameras and projectors, vintage slate bottom aquarium, vintage Pepsi crate, vintage commode, cool vintage stuff at great prices. 11155 N. Sand Bay Lane, Sister Bay. July 2nd, 3rd and 4th, 8 AM to 4 PM; look for the blaze pink signs.
Five family Yard – Barn Sale 2815 County Road EE, Baileys Harbor. Every Friday and Saturday.9:00am- 1:00pm. From household items, construction items, outside items to antique items. A little bit of everything!
HUGE SALE Lots of furniture, lighting fixtures, swimming and dirt biking gear, housewares, pictures, coolers, bikes, instruments, tools, outdoor decor, hunting items, electronics, and more. Everything is “MAKE OFFER” Thurs. July 9th-12th (8am-3 pm.) 9816 HWY 57-between Pioneer & German Rd. Garage Sale Fri July 10 thru Sun July 12; 7:30am – 3:30pm. 716 E Galley Dr, Sturgeon Bay. A wide range of household items, woodworking tools, antiques, puzzles and a large collection of Raggedy Ann dolls and collectibles. GARAGE SALE Friday July 10 & Saturday July 11 1821 CTH DK 1 mile from Renard’s Cheese 8:00A-3:00P. Quilts, blankets, pillows, rugs, glassware, Christmas ornaments, lights, trees, snowman, baskets, toys, puzzles, frames, jewelry, books, DVDs, VHS tapes, stacking tables, lawn ornaments, folding chairs, tools, toolbox, gang box, rods/reels, fishing tackle, saws, hunting equipment, binoculars, boots, sleeping bags, garden hose reel, clothing, lofted bed frame w/desk, Four Winns boat seats, and much more. Rain or shine, watch for signs.
Garage Sale Fri (26th) & Sat (27th) 9-2pm 805 S 15th Ave Sturgeon Bay, corner of 15th Ave & Utah on alley. Treasure trove of household goods, dishes, glassware, quality brand name clothing for men (Lands End XL shirts & pants), Women & teen clothing, shoes, accessories, jewelry, books, & lots, lots more. Some furniture & rugs. Garage/Barn/Yard Sale Gardening/building/electrical/ paint supplies and tools. 7/3 & 7/4 8am – 3pm. No early sales. All sales final. Cash only. 9275 Sugar Bush Lane Fish Creek. Epic barn sale 7/3-7/5 7am to 4pm 6781 county rd c Vintage Collectables antique books. Mcm glass. Lots of garden items. Vintage toys. Tools too much to list. Don’t miss this sale
MISCELLANEOUS SPECIALS For Sale at Hyline Orchard Bulk firewood, landscaping wood mulch. Delivery available. Call Hyline Orchard, 8240 Hwy 42, fish Creek. 2 miles north of Egg Harbor. 920.868.3067 or 920.493.4083
REAL ESTATE COMMERCIAL Commercial Real Estate For sale or lease in the Country Walk Shops area. 2,600sf on .76 acres with living quarters. Call 906.280.9416 for details. continued on page 6
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St. Joseph Catholic Church
144th Season 2012 bethanyephraim.org Our 130th Year
110 N. 5th Ave • Sturgeon Bay
A Sunday Historic Church Morning Worship A Living 9:30Faith AM JulyVisiting 5 • 9:30Pastor am Bishop Anne October July28& 9 Rev. Martin 2 Ruge Edison-Albright October &9 Rev. Dennis Tollefson Neenah, WIRuge Rev. Martin Appleton, WI Cambridge, Neenah, WIMN
Bethany
We welcome our summer visitors and vacationers!
ELCA LUTHERAN CHURCHES Bay View Lutheran
340 W. Maple St. • Sturgeon Bay Sunday Worship 9:15AM • 10:15AM Coffee & Fellowship All are welcome!
Shepherd of the Bay Lutheran
Saturday 4pm Sunday 10am
Weekend Mass Times:
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Lutheran Church Visitors Welcome Hwy Q Moravia 3028 Church St. (Cty Hwy Q) • Ephraim, WIand 54211-0707
WEEKEND MASS TIMES:
Rev. Thomas Farrell, Pastor
First Baptist Church
For weekday Mass times, locations, and other information see www.stellamarisparish.com or call (920) 868-3241.
11836 WI-42• Ellison Bay • Pastor, Jim Honig Sunday Worship 9:30AM • 10:30AM Coffee & Fellowship
Hainesville Lutheran
3944 Co. Rd. M • Sturgeon Bay • Pastor, Mary Lou Plummer Sunday Worship 9:30AM • 10:30AM Brunch
Immanuel Lutheran Church-LCMC Sunday Worship 10 AM Christmas Worship Christmas Eve Candlelight Service 7 PM Christmas Day Worship 10 AM
ELCA, Ellison Bay, WI Church Office: 920-854-2988 Jim Honig, Pastor A Stephen Ministry Congregation Hearing Loop Equipped
836 Michigan St - Sturgeon Bay
Sunday Worship @ 10 a.m. Sunday School 10-11 a.m.
Join us in Sunday Worship!
Pastor JoAnn Meyer
920.839.2224 Rooted in Christ + Growing in Faith Immanuel-Lutheran.org
Summer Worship Schedule Sunday 9am Wednesday 6pm
Calvary & Zion United Methodist Churches
In person and live on Facebook
LCMC - A Lutheran Congregation in Mission for Christ
Pastor Frank Maxwell
www.sturgeonbayumc.org
July 4
We are Merging Excitement and Hope Into a Vital Faith
Calvary 4650 Cty E Egg Harbor, WI Worship 10:30
Sturgeon Bay Seventh-day Adventist Church 6121 Gordon Rd • Sturgeon Bay, WI 54235 920-743-9511
8 am-til gone Cinnamon/ Pecan Rolls & Coffee 6 pm-til Fireworks: Popcorn, Sloppy Joes, Root Beer Floats, Soda & Water
Zion 8781 Cty F Fish Creek, WI Worship 8:45
handicapped
Communion First Sunday of the Month
Pastor Gary Scharrig accessible 7973 Hwy 57, Baileys Harbor, WI 54202 Phone: 920.839.2224 Web: Immanuel-Lutheran.org
parishoffice@calvaryzionumc.org www.calvaryandzionumc.org (920) 868-3112
Bible Study: Saturday 9:30 a.m. Worship Service: Saturday 11:00 a.m. sturgeonbaywi.adventistchurch.org
10:00AM
Christ the King 512 Michigan St. Sturgeon Bay Holy Eucharist 9:30 Sunday
where faith meets real life
Everyone is invited No exceptions.
Rev. Glenn Kanestrom 920-743-3286 – www.ctkhn.org
Baha’i Faith
SS Peter and Paul Catholic Church
SUNDAY SERVICE:
The Episcopal Church welcomes you! 3434 County Rd. V Jacksonport Holy Eucharist 5:00 Saturday
7973 Hwy 57
Immanuel Lutheran Church Baileys Harbor, WI 54202
9:30 AM Worship w/communion in person, drive-in or watch live on the church website. 10:30 AM Coffee & fellowship / Sunday School
For more information visit: www.shepherdofthebay.org
Recorded Services on Website & WDOR 93.9 FM Sundays @ 9:30 a.m.
Holy Nativity
Handicap Accessible
www.stjosephsb.com
Saturday, 4:00pm Fish Creek Saturday, 6:00pm Egg Harbor Sunday, 8:00am Baileys Harbor Sunday, 10:00am Sister Bay Sunday, 10:00am Jacksonport Sunday, 1:00pm Washington Island
PASTOR ED HOUSE 2731 HWY 42, SISTER BAY (920) 421-1525
Rev. Matthew Rappl
WEDNESDAY SERVICE: 6:30PM (SEPTEMBER-APRIL) Bible Study (Adults) Treasure Seekers (Kids 5-12)
Handicap Accessible Hearing Loop System Air Conditioned
Mass Schedule Thursday 8:30 am Rosary at 8:00
Sunday 8:00 am Sunday 1:00 pm
Spanish Speaking
Office (920) 743-4842 Hwy 57 • Institute • www.sspeterpaulsb.org
NURSERY, CAFÉ, 24/7 FOOD PANTRY
BIBLE BASED • CONTEMPORARY WORSHIP • NON-DENOMINATIONAL
“O God! Let this American democracy become glorious in spiritual degrees even as it has aspired to material degrees . . .”
The Church of the Atonement (Episcopal)
FOR MORE INFO: DOOROFLIFE.ORG
– ‘Abdu’l-Bahá While visiting America in 1912 Baha’i devotions are held at 4pm each Wednesday via Zoom. Fireside chat is every fourth Friday. Please email or call us to obtain a link and further information: doorcountybahais@gmail.com • 920-868-5050
Sunday Worship 9:30 am
Main St. at Cottage Row Fish Creek
EVERYONE WELCOME! July 5 • 8 and 10 am The Rev. Roger Ferlo
Pastor James Gomez 1756 Michigan Street, Master’s Cup Coffee House Sturgeon Bay Tues-Thurs • 9am-3pm 920.743.7750 Fri • 9am-Noon princeofpeacesb.com FREE WIFI E P • @baypoplc
St. Luke’s Episcopal Church
2336 Canterbury Lane, Sister Bay
UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST
FELLOWSHIP OF DOOR COUNTY
Bethel Baptist Church Bethel Baptist Church bethelbaptistellisonbay.org
Pastor Jim Peterson bethelellisonbay.org | Pastor Joel Rose
WEDNESDAY SUNDAY
Join us this Sunday! School Elevate Youth Sunday 7:00 - 8:30 PM * Meetsfor at First all Baptist ages Church - 9:15 Worship Service - 10:30 Next Step Classes
9:15 AM
Fellowship 10:15 AM We livestream ourCoffee services on Worship Service 10:45 AM Check our website for more information
852 Europe Bay Rd. | Ellison Bay, WI | 920.854.4490
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EVANGELICAL FREE HOME CHURCH www.theorchardefca.org 10am Sundays at 10337 North Shore Rd., Ephraim Check our Facebook page for the latest meeting updates/news
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Visit our July 5 - 10 AM website (uufdc.org) or Soul Matter’s Sunday Message: Spiritual Freedom Facebook page (facebook. com/uufdc) for connection details to our Sunday Services.
Corpus Christi Catholic Church Holy Name of Mary Catholic Church Weekend Mass Times Weekend Mass Time Saturday 4:30pm Sunday 8:45am Sunday 7am Sunday 10:30am www.holynameofmary.church www.ccparish.net 7491 County Road H 811 W. Juniper St. Sturgeon Bay, WI Sturgeon Bay, WI
Sister Bay Moravian Church
Ice Cream Coffee Hour will follow service
Corner of Old Stage and Hill Roads, Sister Bay
10341 Hwy 42 ~ North Ephraim ~ 920.854.7559
Serving in Faith and Mission since 1896 10am Worship in person, or on YouTube. Free lunch for the community the first Wednesday of the month followed by Northern Door Cancer Support @ 12:45
St. Paul Lutheran Church A Small Church With A Big Heart
Rev. Jon O. Gallatin
July 5, 2026 SIXTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST 8:00 am & 9:30 am Worship In-Sanctuary & Parking Lot Worship on 92.1 FM Holy Communion Offered During All Worship
4167 Juddville Rd. Fish Creek • www.stpauljuddville.com A Congregation of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America
Solution to crossword puzzle from page 7.
The Rev. Brit Bjurstrom Frazier, Rector Holy Eucharist 10 am Sunday • 5:30 pm Wednesday All are welcome! stlukes-sisterbay.org
JESUS CENTERED WORSHIP Pastor Daniel Bowman Associate Pastor Ryan Bowman
SUNDAY SERVICE 9:30 AM
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Join us on Sundays at 9420 Cottage Row Fish Creek
HEALTH
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You are warmly invited for worship service at the historic Jacksonport United Methodist Church All are welcome! Join us this Sunday at Jacksonport UMC where thoughtful sermons and timeless music from the original pump organ fill our historic sanctuary.
Sunday, July 5th • 8:45a.m.
Special Music - Bob Moellenberndt - Guitar Hwy 57 & Cave Point Road • Jacksonport jacksonportmethodist.org
Mobile Dog Grooming Business for Sale in Door County, Grooming Since 2000, 2024 Mercedes Sprinter Van with Hanvey Conversion. kathysdogma@gmail.com
REC VEHICLES BOATS Boston Whaler Dauntless Boston Whaler Dauntless model (1997) 15 feet. Mercury 75 hp (1997). With trailer. Asking $7,500. Call Bert. 920.854.4806 16 ft Prindle Sail Boat 1983 on a trailer, main sail and jib are good, trampoline is in fair condition. In sister bay, $500 or best offer. Contact 630.330.7273 if interested.
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Storm Damage Clean Up Tree Removal View Improvement Lot Clearing Contact Joe 920-495-5676 axmenservicesllc@yahoo.com
Residential cleaning, deep cleans, second-home care, and vacation rental turnovers. Fully insured and detail-focused with reliable results across Door County. Free estimates. Call or text 920.473.1538 or visit brightdoorco.com
(2) 2020 High Performance Yamaha Waverunners 2020 Yamaha FX SVHO Cruiser Supercharged high performance. 2020 Yamaha GP 100R SVHO Supercharged high performance. 2020 Shorelander Double Waverunner Trailer. 1 owner, gently used, 88hrs FX & 87 hrs GP. Professionally winterized & stored in heated facility. Excellent condition, highly maintained and ready to ride, Covers and some extra stuff. Everything $25,900. FX Cruiser alone $14,500. GP1800 alone $12,900. Contact 207.329.1563
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Spiritual Direction and Myofascial Release Now taking appointments for Myofascial Release and Spiritual Direction. Betts Williams, LMT, has just completed a 3 year course in Spiritual Direction at the Franciscan Center in LaCrosee,WI, as well as added Fascial Pelvis Myofascial Release to her many myofascial certifications to help create a safe space for you to slow down, find balance, heal and reconnect with your true self. Located at Sister Bay Studios, 2521 S.Bayshore Dr. 970.876.0876 or sign up online at www.vagaro.com/mosdfv DC Weight Support Group Saturdays 8:00 a.m. Bayview Luth. Church, Sturgeon Bay. Education and support for achieving and maintaining a healthy weight. No fee, free will donations. All are welcome. Contact judyksargent1@gmail.com. LAWN/YARD CARE Primos Property Maintenance LLC Full service residential and commercial lawn care, spring cleanup, shrub & tree trimming, and more. Fully insured, free estimates. Call or text 920.868.0251 Gardener Looking to add a few more clients to my landscape maintenance for the 2026 season. Call Laura @ 920.419.5399 past and present work can be found on FB and Instagram #dutch.landscaping MISCELLANEOUS Decks Staining & power washing. Egg Harbor and north. Contact Paul 920.249.5557 NEED SOMETHING HAULED?
Look for additional Service display advertisements within this section. CLEANING Bright Door Co. LLC || Care beyond cleaning
into spring cleanups etc. Located in Sister Bay. 920.256.5657 Need a piece of jewelry fixed? I can restring, fix a clasp or broken parts, etc. so you can wear it again! Call Pam at Earth Art Studio in Sister Bay at the Country Walk Shops: 920.854.1912 or stop by Tues to Sat 10:30 am – 4pm
Clayton’s Special Services General Home Repairs, gutter service, roofing repairs, moss removal from roofs/decks, fall
Moving or junk removal? Skip the random out of town crews—call Door Hauling. Local, friendly crew with a clean 14’ box truck. We move, haul, lift anything—no job too tough. 920.278.9774 Hair Salon Welcoming new clients 25 years at same Egg Harbor location, this is a salon that listens to YOU and will provide the styling and color that YOU want. Please call Dave, Creative Touch Salon, 920.544.3312 for consultation or appointment. FALLEN TREES, BRUSH PILE, TREE REMOVAL? We remove, fallen trees, brush piles, we cut down trees, thin forestry, remove debris piles, brush cut fields or walking trails. Trenching: drain tile, natural drainage etc. Auger: Need footings for a deck, planting trees? Move: Stone, gravel, heavy objects, decks etc. United Trades! Call or Text Steve at 808.392.7669 or email: unitedtrades@gmail.com Located in Baileys Harbor year round After winter DRIVEWAY GRAVEL RENEWAL Pot holes, ruts, loss of gravel, grass or weeds after winter or a just a old driveway. We can help renew your driveway using the original gravel. It will look brand-new. We can also bring in additional gravel if it is needed. Save money give us a call! United Trades! Call or Text Steve at 808.392.7669 or email: unitedtrades@gmail.com Located in Baileys Harbor year round Trained by old masters, I eventually became one. They had standards. I started contracting at 22 with their blessing. I’ve painted buildings you’ve seen and worked with people you may know. These are the rules: show up when you said, do what you said, find a way to do more, return your calls. Work hard. Work cleanly. Work quietly. As a
Proudly serving generations of clients, customers and friends since 1948! Being the oldest real estate firm in Door County, our sales team continues to provide the exceptional service and market expertise that you deserve. Stop by our office, conveniently located across from the Sister Bay Marina, to experience the difference that over 77 years of local real estate knowledge can make.
Enjoy summer in Door County — drive safe and stay protected with Stoneman-Schopf Agency! 209 Green Bay Rd. PO BOX 470 • Sturgeon Bay stonemanschopf.com
3-Year Septic Pump-Outs & Filing with the Sanitarian
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Bobcat Work New Driveways | Top Soil | Gravel | Plowing Rock (small and big) | Brush Hog/Field Mowing Help Wanted for 2026 Season Contact Dave for more information!
920.421.1090
WANTED: OLD CLOTHING PRE 2000
WANTED: Vintage clothing pre-2000. Seeking closets, estate cleanouts & hoarder houses. Sourcing old t-shirts, workwear, denim, sweatshirts & sportswear. CONDITION DOESNT MATTER, Single items or full closets. Cash paid. Call/ Text John @ 952.905.8531 TO RENT Wanted – Rental Retired musician and former marine looking for a room with a private entrance, studio or small efficiency to rent year round. Non smoker, non drinker, no pets. Quiet and clean, please call or text Johnny 920.559.7939
HELP WANTED Look for additional Help Wanted display advertisements within this section. HEALTH CARE Registered Nurse Registered Nurse position available in a very, FUN, Fulfilling and Rewarding Environment! Start Fresh. No Dialysis Experience Needed. Paid Training. Learn a Specialty Skill. Make an Impact Every Day. Shift Times & Schedule: Monday through Saturday (3 shifts a week, 10-12 hours long). 2 Saturdays per month required; CLOSED on Sundays! MWF 5:45am–5:00pm | TTS 6:45am–5:00pm. Email krystyl.jackson@davita.com or text 913.593.4535 or Jenny at 920.365.6608 for more details or to schedule a job preview! https://davita.wd1. myworkdayjobs.com/DKC_ External/job/03641—AuroraMed-Group-Sturgeon-Bay/ Registered-Nurse_R0449927 HOTEL/LODGING HOUSEKEEPING am & FRONT DESK pm COMBO–Fish Creek $18 -$21 + BONUS. Must have good communication skills. Attention to detail. Required: WEEKENDS & SUNDAYS. Call: 920.421.0663
Part-time Housekeeper needed in Algoma Harbor Inn Algoma is looking for a part-time housekeeper. Must be able to work weekends. Starting pay is $15/hr. Call or Text 920.305.5342
Protecting Door County’s Best Interest Since 1958
Bucket Truck Tree Removal|Landscaping|Best New Lawn Lawn Care|Mulch Deliveries|Stone Patio/Walkway Installation|Tree Removal|New Tree Planting Firewood Delivery|Brush Chipping|Stump Grinding
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EARN EXTRA $$$ HOUSEKEEPERS – Fish Creek $19 – $21 +TIPS EZ Clean 9/9:30am- 12/1:30ish (3-4 hrs) Attention to detail. Required: WEEKENDS & SUNDAYS. Call: 920.421.0663
Sister Bay | 920-854-2353
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HOTEL FRONT DESK – Fish Creek $19-$21 + BONUS. Must have good communication skills. Mostly PM Shift til 10pm. Required: SUNDAYS. Call: 920.421.066
www.kellstromray.com
Hiring for 2026 Season
guest. I communicate cleanly when you’re away. I’m looking for more clients I’ll keep. Matthew Janes. 920.517.8005
Door County’s Moving & Junk Removal Pros
PAINTING From Point A to Point B or just away? Let A CLEANING CREW OF DOOR COUNTY do it for you. Boxes, Furniture, Appliances, Yard Waste, Scrap Metal, Junk and more. Family Owned and Operated, Insured. 920.818.0450.
Locally owned. Professional care you can count on.
PENINSULA PULSE
920-746-9651
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Annual salary $70,220 - $105,337 DOQ. More detailed information about this position can be found on the City website at www. sturgeonbaywi.org. Excellent benefits include State Health Insurance and State Retirement System in addition to many other benefits that improve quality of life and wellness initiatives. Send cover letter, resume, references and completed application form to: City of Sturgeon Bay, City Clerk/Human Resources Director, Attn: Deputy Finance Director Position, 421 Michigan Street, Sturgeon Bay, WI 54235. Application available at www.sturgeonbaywi.org or City Hall, 421 Michigan Street. Cover letter, resume, references and completed applications are due by July 13, 2026.
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The City of Sturgeon Bay is seeking an experienced, detailoriented professional to serve as our Deputy Finance Director. This position works closely with the Finance Director to oversee the City’s financial operations, annual budget process, financial reporting, audits, and accounting functions while helping ensure the City’s long-term fiscal health. This is an excellent opportunity for a collaborative leader who enjoys working across departments and contributing to the financial success of a growing municipal organization. Primary Responsibilities • Assist in preparing and managing the City’s annual operating and capital budgets. • Prepare financial reports, journal entries, reconciliations, and financial analyses. • Coordinate and assist with the annual audit and preparation of the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR). • Support daily finance operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, general ledger, and procurement card administration. • Ensure compliance with governmental accounting standards, financial regulations, and internal controls. • Assist with long-term financial planning, debt issuance, capital projects, and special funds. • Maintain and improve financial management software and reporting systems. • Collaborate with department heads, elected officials, auditors, and outside agencies to provide financial guidance and support. • Assist with the financial management of the City’s Stormwater Utility and other special projects. Qualifications • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Public Administration, Business Administration, or a related field (Master’s degree, MPA, or MBA preferred). • Five (5) years of professional accounting or finance experience, including at least three (3) years in a supervisory or leadership role. • Governmental accounting experience is preferred. • Strong knowledge of accounting principles, budgeting, financial reporting, and governmental accounting standards. • Proficiency with financial software and Microsoft Excel. • Excellent analytical, organizational, communication, and leadership skills. • Ability to build positive working relationships and communicate financial information effectively to a variety of audiences. The City of Sturgeon Bay offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact while working in a collaborative, professional environment. As Deputy Finance Director, you’ll play a key role in maintaining the City’s financial integrity, supporting strategic initiatives, and helping guide the future.
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150 Years of Brann Family History Comes Home to Baileys Harbor by KYLIE NEWTON kylie@ppulse.com
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hile America celebrates its 250th anniversary this Fourth of July, the Brann family is marking a milestone of their own – 150 years of family history in Baileys Harbor, a legacy only a century younger than the nation itself. To mark the occasion, cousins Bill Brann and Lester “Bill” William Brann III rallied more than 50 family members who will roll through the Baileys Harbor Fourth of July parade on a handdecorated float wearing matching T-shirts and hats. “What’s so phenomenal is that they all come from different parts of the family tree,” said Lester (Bill) Brann. “Many of us have never met each other.” That family tree spans four generations, from the youngest member at 6 years old to the eldest in their 80s. The roots of these living ancestors were planted between 1872 and 1880, when brothers Andrew, John, August, and Will Brann settled in Baileys Harbor from Finland, drawn by Wisconsin’s profitable lumber industry. After making the move, August and Will began successfully shipping lumber from Baileys Harbor to Milwaukee and Chicago aboard their own schooners. The brothers didn’t stop there. In 1891, the Branns opened a general store, the Brann Bros. store, on the site where the Cornerstone stands today. Though the original building burned down in 1928, the current restaurant’s basement is the
same one August owned and worked from in the early 1900s. Next door, the family later opened the Brann Funeral Parlor, serving the needs of the Baileys Harbor community in both life and death. One hundred and fift y years later, their descendants are returning to the town their ancestors built, many of them strangers to one another. Everyone will wear name tags to help put names to faces across branches of the family tree that have grown apart over generations. The last time the Brann family celebrated was 50 years ago for a 100-year celebration. Back then, they also walked the parade as a large family group, carrying a banner and signs that referred to themselves as “Brann flakes” or “Raisin Branns.”
After this year’s parade, family members will gather in a tent behind Bill Brann’s house, near the Baileys Harbor Schoolhouse Inn. Traditional Independence Day festivities will include music, food and fun. “We’re going to have a barbecue with bratwurst, hamburgers, hot dogs, beer, water, and pop,” Bill Brann said. “That’s going to be the really, really, really fun part because that will be where all these 50 to 60 [family members] are all going to assemble.” To Bill Brann, who has lived in Chicago, Baltimore, Detroit and other major cities across the United States, nothing feels more like home than Baileys Harbor. Coming back to this place with a long line of family history and memories makes it so comforting, he said.
“I’ve traveled all throughout the world, and you come to Baileys Harbor, and you get a big breath of fresh air,” he said. “When coming up Highway 57 and winding through Valmy and Jacksonport to get close to Baileys Harbor, my heart starts to slow down, my stress starts to drop. Baileys Harbor is very special to my family and me. It’s a beautiful setting. It’s just what I always call home.” Brann’s teenage memories of summers in Baileys Harbor are of a quaint town with a bank, a gas station, a movie theater, a few restaurants and a much smaller parade. Today, about 1,000 spectators now line the streets for the Fourth of July parade each year and for many families, it has become a tradition as reliable as the holiday itself. Brann remains a fan. “The most exciting thing that I’ve ever seen is Baileys Harbor on the Fourth of July,” he said. “You watch the families. You watch the children. You watch everybody, and they’re just having a fantastic day.” The Baileys Harbor parade takes place on the Fourth of July at 10 am. For more information on Independence Day festivities throughout the peninsula, view the event calendar at doorcountypulse.com/events.
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booster club and the school board. “We were willing to pitch in the money for it.” The sports included boys and girls swimming, boys volleyball, junior varsity 2 girls volleyball and junior varsity 2 boys basketball. The Eagles Booster Club is a group of volunteer parents at Southern Door High School that raises money to support the school’s different athletic teams, fundraising by selling concessions and hosting events. Most of the time, this means new equipment and uniforms, but the club also makes the occasional large donation, continued on page 5
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tay-and-play golf packages have become harder to find in Door County than they were 15 years ago, when courses were having a bit of trouble filling tee times. Now, folks at local pro shops can surely help find a nearby rental for golfers who want to stay near a course and spend much of a vacation golfing there. Commonly today, groups of golfers reserve a house and set up their own mini-tours of Door County courses. Around 2010, there were a few ways to gain access to the prestigious Horseshoe Bay through rental agencies and a couple of luxury hotels. This year, the only agency advertising tee-time access to Horseshoe Bay was DoCo Vacations, which helps rent out The Club Cottages near the 10th tee at the course. Door County has a few other places where you can stay and play at a course. Maxwelton Braes Lodge, which is owned and operated independently of Maxwelton Braes Golf Course, offers stay-and-play packages that include rounds of golf and $50 to spend at Gatsby’s Grille. The Top of the Thumb Resort, formerly Deer Run, is promoting golf packages on Washington Island’s only golf course. The nine-hole facility includes a restaurant and motel rooms. Guest rooms and the dining room at Cherry Hills Golf and Lodge overlook the two-tiered ninth green and have a great view of the front nine, as well. In late June, Alpineresort.com added new features to the Alpine packages at Egg Harbor. Visitors who book the luxury rooms in the golf clubhouse can enjoy hours and hours of golf with a cart for two on the Alpine Legacy Nine, plus a gift certificate for Burton’s on the Green restaurant. Alpine leaders have also added bocce ball and pickleball courts and other outdoor activities around the clubhouse for guests to enjoy. If you know of other stay-and-play packages for Door County courses, please let me know at sterrettc64@ gmail.com.
GOLF LEAGUES Maxwelton Braes Tuesday Night 3-Man Scramble June 23, 2026 Team, points – Ehlers 10, Ray 8; Rossol 14, Stenzel 4; Thomas 9, Clark 9; Demmin 9, Miner 9; Heyse 4, Hellen 14; Zacek 12, Boettcher 6; Reynolds 11, Bley 7; Meikle 12, Harding 6; Allen 8, Casperson 10. Standings: Demmin 67, Thomas 67, Reynolds 61, Casperson 60, Hellen 58, Miner 57, Ehlers 57, Meikle 57, Boettcher 55, Ray 55, Clark 55, Bley 52, Rossol 50, Stenzel 49, Zacek 49, Allen 42, Heyse 41, Harding 40. Nor-Dor Golf League June 24, 2026 Low gross: Bob Collins 31, Dan Lundquist 37, Patrick Trimble 40. Low net: Jeff Bolton 31, Bob Collins 33, Dan Lundquist 33, Rich Risch 33, Ron Koehler 34, Curt Neudecker 34, Forrest Smith 34. Played the course and beat the course: Bill Mirgain by 1.
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Refreshed to the Max The Maxwelton Braes Golf Course Clubhouse has a fresh, new look and old-time feel, following a gutting and reconstruction of the nine-decadeold building. Laurie Murphy, wife of owner Mark Murphy, provided leadership as Ahnapee Construction rebuilt the structure and added new offices, a more practical cart storage area, and new restrooms. Laurie got some help from her friend, Barb Hoffman from Home Interiors Flooring, with the redesign of the interior. The Murphys were given some artifacts and also found many vintage items, photos and a couple of old paintings in storage at Maxwelton Braes, and Laurie worked them into the new clubhouse décor and new display windows. Murphy said she wanted the pro shop design to be functional while also gaining a character appropriate for a historically significant course that has been preserved and unspoiled for 96 years. She also would like to add some history storyboards outside the clubhouse at some point. This writer is looking for more information on a watercolor on display inside the Maxwelton Braes clubhouse that shows an impressionistic image of a golfer and the words “Ed West Trophy, 12th hole” in one corner. A search of Door County newspapers yielded no results.
Practice Opportunities November 12, 2021 Do you like to practice or warm up before golf? Avid golfers have plenty of opportunities. There are the obvious ones, including Peninsula State Park Golf Course, with its range, bunker, chipping green and six-hole short course near state Highway 42, plus the putting green near the clubhouse; Idlewild, with its range and a huge practice green near the clubhouse; and The Orchards, with its range plus putting greens near the first and 10th tees. There are also indoor golf simulators at Stone Hedge at Egg Harbor and The Sandbox in Sturgeon Bay, where Coach Rob Robinson offers $10 range warm-ups over lunch hours and also provides Callaway club fittings. But did you know, the 27 Pines nine-hole, par-three course south of Sturgeon Bay also has a rather expansive practice and warm-up area? Across the blacktop road from the course, 27 Pines has an automatic golf ball dispenser available for $5, plus a large and well-built putting and chipping green. Course leaders remind players that they can put cash in the ball machine anytime they want to work on their swing, warm up before a round at 27 Pines, or practice before league at another course.
Top three teams: 41 points (Dan Lundquist, David Clegg, Ken Koceia, Rick Risch); 40.5 points (Frank Williams, John Glowicki, Tom Wilson, Bill Mirgain); 40.5 points (Scott Heidler, Marc Maillefer, Mike Novotny, Jon Wright); 40.5 points (Mark Allen, Forrest Smith, Wally Naleway, Tom Weisensel). Year-to-date average points per flight: A Flight – Bob Collins (6.25), Dan Lundquist (6.25) Ron Koehler (6.0); B Flight – Forrest Smith (7.25), John Glowicki (6.5), Curt Neudecker (5.75); C Flight – Jeff Bolton (7.5), Mike Novotny (6.5), Russell Zage (6.5); D Flight – Terry McArdle (8.0), Rick Risch (6.25), Jon Wright (5.75). Closest to pin third shot: Dave Mauer #3. Closest to pin first shot: Kevin Buman #8. Longest putt #6: Fran Michaels.
DeVault, Joann Wielosinski, 17 – Margie Staats, Donna Williams, Marykay Tremble, Kmi Lindermann, Kathy Maurer, Kelly Murphy. Most pars: 5 – Kelly Murphy, 3 – Julie Perleys, 2 – Jane Fredrick, Lori Barnsdorff, Mia Heles, Carol DeVault, Joanne Berthelsen, Margie Staats, Sue Scheider, Marykay Tremble, Linda Mattes. Birdies: 1 – Lorie Barnstorff, Theresa Martin, Donna Williams.
Bonnie Braes Ladies 9-Hole Golf League June 25, 2026 Low gross: 40 – Kelly Murphy, 44 – Jane Fredrick, Kathy Maurer, Carol DeVault, 45 – Laurie Barnstorff, Kim Lindermann. Low putts: 15 – Theresa Martin, Sue Scheider, Lori Barnstorff, Connie Erickson, 16 – Carol
The Orchards Wednesday Hustle June 24, 2026 Better ball of the twosome: -11 – Terry Benjamin/Jim McDowell; -8 – Tom Moeller/ Ed Movall; -6 – Jim Thiel/John Trampas; -6 – Joe Clanton/Joe Kidd. Low individual gross:Tom Moeller 75, Joe Clanton 75, Jim Thiel 76. Low individual net: Jim Thiel 68, Tom Moeller 69, Bill Shewchuk 70. Closest to the pin #11: Bill Shewchuk.
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DOOR COUNTY LEAGUE Kolberg’s Trevor Hawkey (3) receives high-fives from his teammates after hitting a home run during Sunday’s Door County League game at Institute. KEVIN BONESKE
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uck it up. Throw some dirt on it. A Bay wouldn’t rub it. In my playing days I heard all these things and more said from players, coaches and fans as a way of motivating a player that got hit by a pitch or had a bad at-bat or play in a game. The idea was for the player to get them the next time. Sports have a way of mirroring life. When you have had a bad moment, the thought is to put it behind you and do better the next time. Do not let something that happens define you but rather refine you. So, the next time you strike out, have a bad day, or even get offended by something I write. Shake it off. The Swami shook off a dismal week by rebounding with a 3-1 one raising his record to 20-8 Let’s look at this week’s games. Kolberg (7-0) @ Washington Island (6-1) Halfway through the season you knew the Braves would be near or at the top, but not everyone thought the Islanders would be as well. But here we are with the game of the week and a chance for the Island to grab a share of the top spot. They dispatched Egg Harbor with ease, scoring 18 runs against them for the second time this season. Ben Johnson and Cam Munao had three hits apiece to pace the Island while Luke Geiger and Ryan Jorgenson chipped in with two each. The Braves tallied 16 hits against the Cubs, with Austin Rohe having his second straight huge game, collecting five of those hits. Jack Peterson tried his best to keep up by getting four hits on the day with four RBI. Trevor Hawkey had two hits with a home run and Breaden Leist had two hits as well. The Braves could give themselves a two-game cushion or find themselves in a dog fight for the rest of the season. Swami says: Braves
door in the ninth. Isaac Baudhuin, Danny Lodl, and Gavin Blink led the way with two hits apiece. The Ports out-hit the Mets seven to six but could not get the timely hit to push any runs across. Peyton Kuehn reached base four times with two hits and two walks and Jake LeBotte had two hits as well. Both teams are in the fourth playoff spot, so which one takes it by themselves. Swami says: Ports Egg Harbor (2-5) @ Sister Bay (5-2) The Indians were down five runs before they even got to bat and never could claw back in the game against the Island. The loss was their fourth straight, and it doesn’t get any easier this week going up against an angry Bays team. Nick Kita and Drew Price had two hits on the day with one of Kita’s being a home run. The Bays lost a tough one at home and now must bear down if they expect to get back into the title chase. Sawyer Johnson had three hits on the day while Alex Laughlin and Stew Larsen had two each. Eleven hits and solid pitching will win you most games but the A’s are no longer slouches. The Bays should have two get-right games in a row and they need to get right. Swami says: Bays Institute (0-7) @ Maplewood (2-5) The Cubs just are not on the same level as a team like the Braves and it is going to take awhile to get there. Sam Zirbel had three hits on the day, but the Cubs only collected six. The Cubs did, however, keep their walks down to only three in this game. The Mets jumped out to a 6-0 lead on Sunday and never looked back. They didn’t exactly tear the cover off the ball, but they did get the timely hit. Gavin Brady was the only Met with multiple hits as he had two on the day. The Cubs will compete in this one. Swami says: Mets
West Jacksonport (3-4) @ Baileys Harbor (3-4) Well, well, well. I guess the northern rivalry has returned with the A’s stunning victory over the Bays. It was their first victory over the Bays this decade and propelled them right into the playoff hunt for a second straight season. River Pawelski drove in the go-ahead run in the top of the ninth and they made it stick. Aaron Brey went eight innings while Danny Lodl shut the
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(From left) Spencer and Brandon Krause pull double-duty on Sundays, kicking off the morning in the kitchen of the family restaurant before hustling to the ballpark to play for the Sister Bay Bays. DEANNA REINHARDT
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ver Easy. Every Sunday morning, Sister Bay shortstop Spencer Krause rises early and goes to work in the kitchen at the Old Post Office, the Ephraim restaurant that his parents, Tammy and Larry Krause, have operated for nearly three decades. Sometimes they are so busy cooking eggs and flipping pancakes that Spencer, 24, and his brother, Brandon, 28, the Bays’ designated hitter, miss batting practice. “It’s hard to leave when you have 30 tickets lined up ready to get cooked,’’ Brandon said, noting that there are usually four hustling cooks. “On a busy Sunday, we’ll do like 450 people.’’ And then, they’ll get in their vehicles to go play some ball. Brandon’s license plate: “OPO,’’ for Old Post Office. Spencer’s is “OVA EZ’’ for Over Easy. Which is kind of the way he plays the game. Very smooth at shortstop. Very fluid at the plate. Very well liked by opponents as well as teammates. After slumping last season, Spencer is back to swinging the bat the way he did when he won the Door County League batting championship in 2024, when he hit .431, with 25 hits in 58 at-bats. Five games into this season, he was batting a ridiculous .600. And even after starting with four strikeouts in Sister Bay’s showdown with Kolberg in week six, Krause delivered the key blow, a clutch tworun double in the bottom of the ninth that helped the Bays, who had been trailing 6-2, tie the game before they lost 7-6 in 10 innings. “Spencer was 0-for-4,’’ said Kolberg manager Dave Neinas, impressed that he still found a way. Neinas became a Spencer fan while coaching him in Legion ball. “One of my favorite players I’ve ever coached. Spencer and [Bays outfielder] Chubbs Laughlin, they played for me. Good guys. Spencer’s a special person.’’ Spencer, who got a big hug from Neinas after the game, feels the same way. “It was awesome, playing for him,’’ he said. “Probably the most fun I’ve had playing baseball. Great group of guys. And I learned a lot from Dave.’’ Krause, who still was batting a league-leading .520 (13 for 25) after six games, credits an off-season workout regimen with helping his rebound. “He really was disciplined about it,’’ his father, Larry, said. “A lot of it was just weightlifting, getting stronger. It’s been a big help,’’ Spencer said. “I think it’s important to take a break [from baseball]. Clear the mind. I really like how I’m swinging. We just need to keep it rolling.’’ Bays catcher Tom Sawyer, who made Spencer one of his assistants when he took over as the Gibraltar High School head coach this season, notices the difference. continued on page 5
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“He looks like he did a couple years ago when he won the batting title,’’ said Sawyer, who bats fourth, right behind Krause. “He’s right there. Last year he was kind of different. But that could have been a batting-title hangover. People are pitching you a little differently. He’s not just like a kid in the lineup anymore. He’s a stalwart in the lineup.’’ Krause earned a bachelor’s degree in finance and accounting this spring, finishing an online program with Wisconsin-Whitewater. “I worked this last tax season for a firm out of Brookfield,’’ he said. “I was able to work from home. I did that until April 15th. And then once that was done, I just had right around a month off and back at the restaurant.’’ Depending on how his accounting future develops, Spencer’s days may be numbered in the kitchen. And depending on how things go on the mound, he might become a dual threat pitchershortstop like his first cousin, Kolberg star Trevor Reinhardt, who’s probably the best all-around player in the county league. One thing Spencer has going for him: He’s under the wing of Sister Bay manager Sam Forkert, a four-time Pitcher of the Year. Forkert, 34, is in the hunt for a fifth POY, but has been easing Krause into mound stints. Just like in the big leagues, complete-game pitching is becoming increasingly rare in Door County. “I really admire his work,’’ Krause said of Forkert. “He goes out there and throws seven innings like it’s nothing. He’s so craft y. It’s really impressive, man. I’ve tried to learn a lot from him because I’ve just gotten into my pitching career. He’s been a great help, giving me advice and keeping the game slow, keeping the tempo slow.’’ Whether it’s eggs or baseballs, Over Easy does it.
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hnapee could only muster one run Monday when the Trailblazers lost their senior Legion baseball game at Sturgeon Bay’s Memorial Field via the 10-run rule in five innings to Green Bay Southwest, 16-1. Siggy Hansen started on the mound for Ahnapee and allowed eight runs over three innings. Southwest pulled away in the top of the third, which featured a three-run homer by Miles Hunter. The Trailblazers plated their only run in the bottom of the third when they loaded the bases with singles by Bo Tanck and Hansen and a walk by Aaron Brey, before Owen Dannhausen singled for his second hit of the game to score Tanck. Ahnapee’s Hobbs Emerson faced the first three Southwest batters in the top of the fourth when he loaded the bases with three straight walks before being relieved by Jack Higginbotham, who also struggled on the hill and wasn’t able to retire the side until Southwest added eight more runs. Connor Mueller closed out the fifth inning for Ahnapee without giving up a run. Austin Connaher pitched all five innings for Southwest to record the victory. (Below, from left) Ahnapee’s Siggy Hansen (7) delivers a pitch during Monday’s Legion baseball game against Green Bay Southwest at Memorial Field. / Green Bay Southwest’s Austin Connaher (right) dives back to first base to beat the pick-off KEVIN BONESKE throw to Ahnapee’s Owen Dannhausen (32).
(Above) Ahnapee’s Bo Tanck (1) runs past Green Bay Southwest catcher Miles Hunter to score the Trailblazers’ only run in Monday’s Legion baseball game at Memorial Field. KEVIN BONESKE
Herb Gould will be at the Baileys Harbor farmers market on Sunday, July 12, and the Sturgeon Bay farmer’s market on Saturday, July 18, signing copies of his deep-dive biography, Lambeau, The Man Who Invented the Green Bay Packers and The Run Don’t Count, his historical novel about the 1908 Chicago Cubs. Contact him at herbgould85@gmail.com.
NORTHERN DOOR VOLLEYBALL LEAUGE It was tight at the top of the Northern Door Volleyball league standings heading into play Wednesday, july 1. Rainouts have played with teh schedule several weeks already, but some familiar names are near the top prepared to battle it out through the dog days of summer on the sand courts on County A. STANDINGS Through June 24 Digtators, 19-2 PC junction, 16-2 Blue Horse, 13-2 Dawgs in the Sand, 18-3 Husby’s, 15-3 Current Vending, 14-4 D&G Paint, 16-5 Alpha Dawgs, 12-9 Nice Ace, 9-9 RePulsers, 6-12 Summer Kitchen, 6-15 Hidden Acres, 6-15 Fireside, 6-15 Roots, 4-11 Blue Ox, 4-17 lost Campers, 3-15 jacksonport Bakery, 2-13
Booster Club continued from page 1 like $30,000 to the Talon Fitness Center during its construction. Supporting entire teams, however, is new for the boosters, Nellis said. Preliminary calculations by the school’s Athletics and Activities Director Ben Kline estimate that supporting all five teams, which includes coach wages, competition fees and referee payments, will cost roughly $14,000, Nellis said. “It’s minimal compared to the amount of kids that this will affect, in my eyes,” she said. “I think a lot of the booster club members feel the same way.” In general, Nellis believes it is important to provide the students with a wide variety of activities, from team sports to school musicals. Not only do they teach teambuilding, she said, but encourage commitment and character growth. She said she joined the booster club to ensure all students are supported in those endeavors, even when budget constraints arise.
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Most of the time, coaches submit grant requests to the boosters to be evaluated on an individual basis. Club members then evaluate the submissions and award an amount based on the need. Sometimes, the group is not able to meet the full amount, but they usually try to contribute something, Nellis said. The amount they donate in a given year varies. For instance, the boosters donated $35,554 in the 2023-24 school year and almost half of that, $17,341, the following year as a result of the Talon Fitness donation.
Community members can support the Eagle Athletic Booster Club by buying concessions at Southern Door High School home games or attending fundraising events, like the club’s annual craft show in November. Parents can also show their support by donating their time to help run the concessions stand. The time and support of parents have always made the club and its donations possible, Nellis said.
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HOPE CHURCH BLOOD DRIVE The Southern Door High School Student Council and the American Red Cross are sponsoring a blood drive on Friday, July 10, from 9 am to 2 pm at Hope United Church of Christ, 141 S. 12th Ave. in Sturgeon Bay. Anyone who is at least 17 years old (16 with parent permission), weighs at least 110 pounds and is in good health may donate blood. A parent permission form can be found online at redcross.org. To sign up, visit redcross.org and search the drop-down menu titled Give Blood. Then search for the nearest blood drive using the Sturgeon Bay zip code, 54235, and schedule an appointment at the high school. Walk-ins are also accepted, but there may be a greater wait time. Successful donors will receive a classic Red Cross Looney Tunes t-shirt.
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CONCERT RAISES $1,000 FOR DOOR-TRAN Local singer Don Kuehn joined forces with the band Rocker to host a benefit concert for transportation nonprofit DoorTran at the Door County Gala on May 2. The event raised both funds and awareness for Door-Tran, which provides essential transportation services to seniors, disabled people, veterans and low-income residents. Catholic Financial Life pledged to match donations made during the event up to $250. Funds were raised through admission fees, raffle ticket sales, silent auction proceeds and additional donations, bringing the total raised to $865. Following the concert, performer Kuehn asked how much more was needed to reach an even $1,000, then contributed the remaining $135 himself.
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Looking back! Wilson’s Ice Cream Parlor in Ephraim was all decked out with American flags to welcome much smaller summer crowds for the Fourth of July in 1910. COURTESY OF EPHRAIM HISTORICAL FOUNDATION
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AMVETS OFFICERS INSTALLED Weber-Tess AMVETS (American Veterans) Post 51 of Sturgeon Bay is celebrating its 75th anniversary. AMVETS Post 51 held its annual installation banquet for 2025-26 officers on June 23. Members welcomed the new State White Clover Princess, Lily Kreger, and AMVETS state department commander Kevin Gunderson, who swore in elected officers.
PAULINE M. PIGEON Dec. 13, 1937 – June 23, 2026
Pauline M. Pigeon, 88, Brussels, entered Heaven during the early moments of Tuesday morning, June 23, 2026, at Autumn Fields Assisted Living in Luxemburg. She was born in Green Bay on Dec. 13, 1937, to the late Robert R. and Verna G. (Schleis) Gibson. Pauline married Marvin Joseph Pigeon on Oct. 10, 1953, at St. Francis Xavier Cathedral, Green Bay. Pauline was a loving wife, mother and grandmother. She had a heart of gold and was always willing to help in every way. She worked hard on the family farm and cared wonderfully for her family. She was also an amazing caregiver to her husband, our dad, who was very ill for a long time. Marvin preceded her death July 31, 2008. She is survived by her eleven children, Christine (Gary) Englebert, Green Bay; Janet Jandrin, Casco; Linda LaLuzerne, Algoma; Dean Pigeon, Brussels; Keith (Darlene) Pigeon, Green Bay; Dennis Pigeon (Kim), Brussels; Sandy Neuville, Brussels; John (Leigh) Pigeon, Brussels; Bruce (Kim) Pigeon, Brussels; Julie (Brian) Engebose, Luxemburg; Lisa (Galen) Baudhuin, Brussels; son-in-law Dean LaLuzerne, Luxemburg; thirty-one grandchildren, Cory (Kristine) Englebert, Eric Englebert (Jackie), Ryan (Heidi) Englebert, Holly (Dennis) Vandertie, Ericka (Dan) Routhieaux, Heather(Rob) Joniaux, Jason (Tina) Jandrin, Brian (Jenny) Jandrin, Nathan (Emily) Jandrin, Tyler (Kate) Jandrin, Jeremy LaLuzerne, Jenny (Randy) Rosin, Cody LaLuzerne (Jen), Tabitha (Dustin) Charles, Tracy (Brandon) Selissen, Jessica Louie, Josh Pigeon (Lexi), Austin Pigeon, Bob (Lauren) Neuville Jr., Patrick (Cassandra) Neuville, Nick (Allie) Neuville, Shawn (Mary ) Neuville, JR Pigeon, Jacob Pigeon, Katy (Luke) Ebel, Brittney Danek, Bridget (Lee) Spude, Kyle (Elyse) Engebose, Logan (Taylor) Engebose, Dustin (Amy) Baudhuin, Brooke (Ben) Kinjerski; sixty-six great grandchildren; one great great grandchild; two brothers-in-law and three sisters-in-law, Donald (Agatha) Pigeon, Bernard (Pat) Pigeon, Jlaine Zellner; further survived by many nieces, nephews. Pauline was preceded in death by her husband, Marvin; her parents; one grandson, Derek Jandrin; one great grandson, Braden Rosin; two sons-in-law, Gary Jandrin and Robert Neuville; one sister, Gloria (Charles) Hawley; four brothers-in-law, Lloyd Vincent, Cletus Zellner, Charles Pigeon, Tony (Mae) Pigeon; her father-in-law and motherin-law, William and Alice Pigeon. Friends and family called on Monday, June 29, 2026, from 4 to 7 pm at St. Louis Church, Dykesville. A closing prayer service was at 7 pm. Visitation continued at the church on Tuesday, June 30, 2026, between 9 am. to 10:45 am with a Funeral Mass at 11:00 am with Rev Antonio Palaya officiating. Burial was in St. Francis Cemetery Brussels. McMahon Funeral Home, Luxemburg, is assisting the Pigeon family. Online condolences can be shared at McMahonFH.com.
As a free public service to our readers, the Peninsula Pulse presents Life Notes, devoted to the notable milestones in life, from birth to significant birthdays to engagements, weddings and obituaries. The deadline for submissions is noon on Friday. Send submissions to lifenotes@ppulse.com. The Pulse reserves the right to edit submissions to conform to space. Call 920.839.2121 for details. Birth notices are from Door County Medical Center in Sturgeon Bay unless otherwise noted.
DEATHS See full obituaries. Patricia M. Olson Feb. 14, 1940 - June 25, 2026. Pauline M. Pigeon Dec. 13, 1937 – June 23, 2026
OBITUARIES Mary Theresa Rohr Aug. 16, 1940 - June 26, 2026 Mary Theresa Rohr, 85, of the Town of Jacksonport, died Friday afternoon, June 26, 2026 at Woodside Lutheran Home in the Village of Ashwaubenon. Her life will be honored with a Mass of Christian Burial prayed at 11 am on Wednesday, July 1, 2026 at Stella Maris Parish-Jacksonport site, 6236 State Highway 57, with Fr. Thomas Farrell as celebrant. Mary will be laid to rest in St. Michael’s Catholic Cemetery in the Town of Jacksonport, beside her husband, Ralland “Otto”. Visitation for family and friends will be held after 4 pm on Tuesday, June 30, 2026 at Huehns Funeral Home, 1414 Michigan Street, Sturgeon Bay with a parish wake service to conclude the evening at 7 pm. Visitation will continue at the church on Wednesday from 9:30 am until 10:45 am. Sharon M. Junion Jan. 1, 1952 - June 5, 2026 Sharon M. Junion, 74 years of Phoenix, Arizona, formerly of Sturgeon Bay, passed away unexpectedly June 5, 2026, at her home in Phoenix. She was born Jan. 1, 1952 in Sturgeon Bay the daughter of the late Harvey and Regina (Kern) Junion. Sharon graduated from Sevastopol High School in 1970 and then attended Kenosha Tech for Fashion Merchandising. She worked for several years for H.C. Pranges in Sturgeon Bay before moving to San Diego, California. There she spent many years working for the Broadway Store, and later working for Anna’s Linens. Upon her retirement, Sharon moved to Phoenix where she spent her last 12 years close to family. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 am, Saturday, Aug. 15, 2026 at S.S. Peter and Paul Catholic Church. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Friends may call at the church from 10 until 10:45 am.
PATRICIA M. OLSON Feb. 14, 1940 - June 25, 2026
Patricia M. Olson, 86, of Sturgeon Bay, passed away peacefully with her family by her side at Aurora Baycare Medical Center, Green Bay on Thursday, June 25, 2026. She was born on Feb. 14, 1940 in Oconto Falls, daughter of the late Earl and Mildred (Hudson) Beaumia. Patricia attended St. Anthony Catholic School before graduating from Oconto Falls High School with the class of 1958. On Oct. 6, 1962, she married James Olson at St. Anthony Catholic Church in Oconto Falls. They enjoyed 60 years of marriage before he preceded her in death on Jan. 28, 2023. Patricia was employed at Master Lock in Green Bay for a short period of time and also worked at A&W in Oconto Falls. She took time off from her career to raise her children and returned to work with Doerr Electric, which later became Emerson Motors until her retirement. Patricia was a member of the Red Hatters Society. She was also a member of the Homemakers Club. Patricia enjoyed bowling and loved ballroom dancing with her husband, James. She was also active in the singing group Sweet Adeline’s. Patricia and her sister Polly enjoyed singing together for many years at weddings throughout the area. Survivors include her four children: April (Randy) Kania, Tennessee, Debby (Shaun) Koulias, Jacksonport, Steve Olson, Sturgeon Bay, Wendy (Jeff) Guilette, Brussels; 10 grandchildren: Megan (Jason) McKinney, Joseph Kania, Rachel (Danial) Alt, Alexis Kania, Cecilia (Troy) Baskett, Cecil (Ashley) Brauer, Carla Brauer, Cassandra Brauer. Jamie (Robyn) Guilette, and Kayla Guilette; 14 greatgrandchildren: Olivia, Deucalion, Atticus, Caspian, Astrid, Orlaith, Lorelei, Sutton, Cecil, Liam, Octavia, Emmet, Morgan and Aurora; two sisters: Paulina Wenta and Cathleen Beaumia; three brothers: Phillip (Corinne) Beaumia, Arthur (Penny) Beaumia, Michael (Liz) Beaumia; one sister-inlaw: Alberta Beaumia; brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law: Anita Hearley, Ardella Nelson, Laona Fonferik, Luann (Roy) Woodland, and Diane Olson. Many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends also survive. She was preceded in death by her husband: James Olson; her parents: Earl and Mildred Beaumia; two brothers: Darrell Beaumia and infant brother Eugene Beaumia; brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law: Donald Wenta, Frank Hearley, Wayne Nelson, Bill Fonferik, Leroy Olson, Evelyn and Bernie Halvorsen, Tony and Marilyn Olson, Cletus and Karen Olson & David Olson. Visitation for Patricia were held at Forbes Funeral Home & Cremations, 319 W Spruce St. on Wednesday, July 1, 2026 from 4 pm until the time of a prayer service at 7 pm. Visitation continued on Thursday morning, July 2, 2026 at Forbes Funeral Home from 9 am until 10 am. Funeral services followed at Corpus Christi Catholic Church, 811 W Juniper St. at 10:30 am. Officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial was Rev. Tony Birdsall. Entombment will follow at St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery and Mausoleum. Expressions of sympathy, memories and photos may be shared with Patricia’s family on her tribute page at forbesfuneralhome.com The Forbes Funeral Home & Cremations, 319 W Spruce St. is assisting the family with arrangements.
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We caught up with the musician to talk about his musical origins, collaboration process, songwriting and love for Door County. The following interview has been condensed and edited for clarity. Kylie Newton (KN): Where are you from and what brought you to Door County? Hunter Gatherer (HG): I grew up in Oshkosh. I met my wife in college. After college, we moved to Madison, and when the pandemic happened, we moved to Door County. After being on the beach, I was like, “This is going to be hard to turn around from.” The beach is my happy place.
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KN: What does your songwriting process look like? HG: John Prine once said that “In order to be a good songwriter, you need to be a good observer of life,” and I definitely subscribe to that. Usually, my songs start from a turn of phrase, and then I color it with images and feelings from my own life. I just have a notes app filled with different ideas. KN: Is music a full-time gig for you? HG: I play three shows a week in the summer, but I also work a full-time job in Sturgeon Bay. It’s great not having to squeeze everything out of music that you would normally get out of a job. I don’t think you have to choose one over the other as your identity; just put your heart into whatever you’re doing at the time, then switch gears. KN: What was the first record you ever owned? HG: On vinyl, Bill Withers’ Still Bill. And on CD, George Carlin’s You are All Diseased. It’s a comedy album. KN: What is your favorite thing to do in Door County on a day off? HG: Soaking up the sun on the bay or lake. I love Cave Point, Whitefish Dunes, and Sister Bay beach. I get good coffee constantly. Leroy’s in Ephraim is really great. Then I stop by my friends playing music or behind the bar. You can find Hunter Gatherer performing original songs and covers throughout the summer and fall at venues all over the peninsula.
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ithout fail, I start every weekday with a cup of tea, usually Earl Grey. I’ve never been much of a coffee person, but I do love to hold a warm drink in my hands, even when the summer weather beams down outside, and tea has always fit that bill. “Tea” actually comes from a specific plant, Camellia sinensis, which is used to make oolong, as well as black, green and white teas, according to the Encyclopedia Britannica. Beverages made by steeping any other type of plant in hot water, like chamomile, are technically herbal teas, or tisanes. Camellia sinensis is native to the border regions between China, Myanmar and India, and can only be grown in the most moderate environments in the United States, according to the American Camellia Society. As such, any “true tea” in Door County will have to come from elsewhere. Tea from wild But that doesn’t geranium or “crane’s mean the peninsula’s bill” can calm an upset forests aren’t packed stomach. ELEANOR CORBIN with plants that make delicious and nutritious herbal tea, many of which are growing right now. Naturalist David LaLuzerne led a hike through Newport State Tea from yarrow Park that leaves aids in highlighted digestion. many of these ELEANOR CORBIN herbs.
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but the roots can be brewed long after the blossom has gone to seed. To prepare the root, clean it, chop it up, then roast it in the oven until it’s brown and fragrant, LaLuzerne said. Then, steep the roots in boiling water for a while, upwards of two hours. Many natural herbal teas steep at a much slower rate than store-bought herbal teas, LaLuzerne explained, especially when they’re made out of roots or bark, which take a longer time to infuse. Only steeping the dandelion roots for a few minutes will result in a bitter tea, he said, as the astringents in the root will dissolve into the water before the natural sweetness does. That being said, LaLuzerne recommends adding some sweetener like honey to these natural teas to help enhance the taste. Other plants, like wild bergamot, have a much stronger flavor and don’t need to be steeped for nearly as long. Wild bergamot is different from the bergamot citrus fruit used to make Earl Grey tea, but it packs just as much of a punch. Tea can be made from the dried or fresh leaves of the plant. Similarly, fresh or dried wild catnip, which belongs to the mint family, brews into a nice drink that your cats will also love. These teas aren’t just fun, tasty drinks – they’re also good for you. For example, tea made from mullein flowers and leaves benefits the lungs, helping loosen congestion and relieve soreness in the throat, and tea made from Queen Anne’s lace flowers can help with glandular issues, LaLuzerne said. Further, oxeye daisy leaves and flowers can soothe a cough, red clover can assist with estrogen regulation and yarrow can aid in digestion. There are also a handful of herbal teas that are more functional than tasty, helping with ailments despite their bitter taste. High bush cranberry bark tea helps with digestive and menstrual cramps; broadleaf and narrowleaf plantain tea helps with stomach ulcers; and wild geranium tea can calm an upset stomach, LaLuzerne said – but the flavor of all of these teas certainly leave something to be desired. For those interested in foraging for herbal tea, it’s advised to consult a field guide to assist in identifying plants, like a free Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources guide at tinyurl.com/32d5j756. While visitors are welcome to collect edible fruits, nuts, wild mushrooms, wild asparagus and watercress in Wisconsin state parks, they are not allowed to disturb other forms of natural growth, including picking flowers and pulling leaves. As such, foragers should seek tea ingredients on their own property or other private property with permission from the owner.
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be found mixing and rolling out in the kitchen most mornings. During her high school and college years, Lena learned how to spot and recruit talent to work at the Northern Grill. “On campus, I’d talk up the restaurant all year long, and when the spring semester ended, my friends and I would pack up and head to Sister Bay,” she said. The expansive outdoor seating at the Northern Grill and Pub is nestled into the Like many local businesses, the trees next to the restaurant. REMY CARMICHAEL Northern Grill has a complement of J-1 workers to help with the heavy midnight shifts, Ron and Lisa are scaling back their summer load. Some years back, Lena came up with a hours at the restaurant to pursue their love of outdoor way to express appreciation for their help: the weekly activities and motorcycle riding. Lisa is an avid Karaoke Club Night, a late-night party catering to overcommunity volunteer and puts in many hours making 21 J-1 workers. several hundred pies and 250 gallons of spiced wine On Mondays from 10 pm to 2 am, the bar is packed for Christkindlmarkt, the annual Christmas market in with young people ready to belt out songs and perform Sister Bay. dance routines from their home countries. Lisa The restaurant is in good hands as Ron and Lisa step described the scene: “These kids dress up to the nines back. Along with her husband, Charlie Eckhardt, Lena and dance like we used to when we were young – when has taken over the management role at the Northern there used to be live music until 2 am.” Grill. Lena handles front-of-house operations, and “It’s wonderful to see the joy of these kids – they work Charlie is the bar manager. so hard, and when they get together, they really know This next generation knows the recipe that made the how to blow off steam,” Lena said. place a success, and no major changes are planned – Northern Pub and Grill is located at 10573 Country especially not for the pizza dough, which Lisa or Ron can Walk Dr. in Sister Bay.
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Hairpin Run continued from page 1 In 1999, he built a house in FISH CREEK Fish Creek, HAIRPIN RUN which has welcomed July 4, 8 am family hairpinrun.com members The county’s largest 5k starts at the bottom of the Fish Creek for summer Hill and takes runners up the festivities hill, down the hairpin hill, and ever since. past the majestic homes of LoCoco Cottage Row. Proceeds benefit will turn Friends of Gibraltar schools. 83 on July 5, while his nephew will participate at just two years old. LoCoco’s younger sister, Maria Strehlow, has been biking and running with him in preparation to win their age groups. Strehlow said that running on the morning of the Fourth of July is a perfect chance to bond as a family and foster a sense of community that comes along with it. “We love being all together,” Strehlow said. “It’s so much fun, exciting, and doable. It brings us together.” LoCoco’s family isn’t the only one that has made the race a tradition of the fourth. To Greg Doman Jr. and his family, the run is a way to honor their family’s name and entrepreneurial legacy in Fish Creek. In 1969, J. Gregor Doman, with four of his high school friends, purchased Founder’s Square. His wife, Judith Doman, founded Door County Confectionery and Dippy’s Ice Cream. To this day, the Doman family owns two monumental businesses in the square and will continue to pass them down to future generations of Domans, according to Doman Jr. With the recent passing of J. Gregor Doman, this year’s race is even more meaningful to the Doman family. “[My Dad] loved the Hairpin,” Doman Jr. said. “He literally collected every shirt for the past 30 years. He lived for this, to walk it, to be a part of it.” Three generations of Domans will be participating in the race, each wearing this year’s Hairpin t-shirts that subtly honor the late J. Gregor Doman. Under the Door County Confectionery’s name on the back of the shirt, J. Gregor’s initials serve as a reminder of years of support and love for this 5K. “We’ve had a long-term commitment to this race for 30 years, and we’ll have it for another 30 years,” Doman Jr. said. To register or learn more, visit hairpinrun.com.
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“The goal [with The OutWiGo Initiative] is to explore Wisconsin state parks, so what better way than to hike all of Newport?” Kogler said. Unlike some other naturalist-led hikes, there is minimal stopping. My hike began at Lot 3, where we took the 1.2-mile Fern Trail and its 1,800-foot boardwalk that traverses wetland. Of course, we saw the ferns for which the trail is named, and found a deer waiting for its mom. We were also accompanied by the flapping wings of hummingbirds and the buzzing of insects around balsam fir, sugar maple, and white cedar trees. We left the forest and walked in the open air. While dense fog obstructed our view of the lake, the dewy long grass set against the humid fog was a stunning sight to see. The shortest hike in the series is 1.2 miles; the longest is 7 miles. Challenge Hikes continue weekly through Sept. 1.
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ce Champion – a Cajun Creole chef and native flute player/meditative instrumentalist based in Green Bay – knows how to find his niche. “I think I’ve been blessed with, with my cooking and now music, these gray areas, severely gray areas,” he said. “And not just gray areas to Green Bay, but gray areas to the United States.” Working in these gray areas brought him to The Yoga Womb studio in Sturgeon Bay the weekend of June 19-21 for his first performance in Door County. Born in the New Orleans area, Champion moved to Green Bay in 2003 to share Louisiana cooking with the Midwest. He works as a personal chef, teaches cooking classes and hosts a Sunday-morning cooking show on the CW 14 TV station. When he’s not wearing his chef hat, he’s tending to his collection of native flutes and instruments, which currently represents 36 different countries, he said. His interest was sparked after hearing a Native American flute track at his wife’s massage therapist’s office, and he decided to buy his own. He knew it was the right choice when he first started playing it. “I kid you not, that first breath, I felt almost like I should have been doing this all my life,” Champion said. That’s not to say he was a natural; mastering the flute took time and focus, Champion said. He had to train his lungs and develop better coordination between his fingers and eyes. Getting the hang of the instrument, Champion Ace Champion accompanied the Yoga Womb’s Summer Solstice quickly expanded his event with a variety of international flutes. SUBMITTED collection by researching native instruments from different countries and listening to them online. If the sound resonated with him, he’d find one to buy on sites like eBay, he said. He now owns an impressive variety of global flutes, including rarities like the Japanese shakuhachi, the Chinese hulusi and the Turkish kaval. Champion has also accumulated other meditative instruments like hand pans, tongue drums, the lyre harp and Tibetan singing bowls. Finding these unique instruments can be tricky, as they often aren’t mass-produced or sold commonly by retail sites, Champion said. In some cases, he has to go to great lengths for the instrument he wants, like when he commissioned a flute from a man in Vietnam
who got the material by climbing into the mountains and selecting a piece of bamboo that matched Champion’s energy. Once Champion has the instruments in hand, learning to play them is another battle. “Just to make a sound, you’re looking at like a week and a half, two weeks, and you’ve got to maintain that,” he said about playing the shakuhachi. “It’s a
ridiculous learning curve, but if you love it, you practice.” As a result, there are very few musicians quite like Champion. He brings flutes from roughly 15 countries to each concert, each of which sounds different, he said. Each also has a distinct history, which he takes the time to share at his shows. Because some of his instruments originated tens of thousands of years ago, like the Native American tree flute, they don’t follow traditional music notation. Instead, Champion plays by ear, letting the music flow out of him and creating songs based on how a particular moment feels, he said. When he accompanies yoga classes, for instance, he focuses on adding to the experience and being an “enhancer,” feeding off the instructor’s energy, he said. At The Yoga Womb, Champion performed both as an accompanist and as the main act. He took the stage on Friday, June 19, to entertain and educate the audience with his flute collection, then joined instructors to provide music as they led 108 Sun Salutation yoga pose sequences on the morning of Sunday, June 21, celebrating the Summer Solstice. Champion finds that his music pairs well with wellness spaces like The Yoga Womb. “Technically, on paper, I’m just playing instruments, but I make sure the way I play affects the body in a certain way,” Champion said. To learn more about Champion and his music, visit chefchampion.com. To learn more about The Yoga Womb, located at 58 W. Maple St. in Sturgeon Bay, visit theyogawomb.org.
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TAP Launches WinterWorks New Play Festival Third Avenue PlayWorks (TAP) is looking to expand on its mission to produce impactful new work with the WinterWorks New Play Festival in 2027. The festival, announced at TAP’s annual gala June 28, builds on the WinterWorks Play Reading Series and will span the month of February with workshop readings of three new plays. The festival is sponsored by Joseph and Gwenn Graboyes and will also include two other readings of new and contemporary plays. “World premiere productions provide a unique and memorable experience for audiences as they help to shape the play for subsequent productions,” said Jacob Janssen, the Jackie and Steve Kane Artistic Director. “We are excited to support
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the creative process as well as introduce our audience to new writers. It all begins with the new play process.” Playwrights from around the country are encouraged to apply to have their work developed as part of the inaugural festival. There is no fee to apply, and submissions are open from July 6 through Aug. 2, 2026. Projects selected for the festival will receive a full professional workshop, and playwrights will be provided with transportation, housing, and a $600 honorarium. A public announcement of the festival plays is planned for November. The world premiere of Jennifer Blackmer’s I Carry Your Heart with Me at TAP in 2023, went on to receive a Steinberg/America Theatre Critics Association New Play Citation in 2024. Alec Silberblatt’s Ryan’s Pub, Trivia Night premiered at the theatre in 2025. “We’ve made a commitment to making new things here and it can really raise the profile of our organization, our region, and the artists who work in it,” Janssen said. For more information, full application criteria, and guidelines, visit thirdavenueplayworks.org/ winterworks-new-play-festival.
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long Spring Road in Fish Creek, homes are mostly tucked behind trees, which is why Mitch and Mary Heinrichs’ home attracted a lot of attention when it was built on the site of an old quarry in 2007. Somewhat reminiscent of French chateau design with partially rock walls and a tower, it sits on a fouracre quarry site whose only dirt was trucked in to fill stone planters in the courtyard. The couple spotted the site for sale on a visit to a relative who lived on Spring Road and immediately agreed it would be a great spot to build a home. “It was one of the few times in our marriage both of us instantly knew it was right,” Mitch would say. The home took shape after he had largely retired from the tile business and they could sell their home in Menomonee Falls.
It is home to the Mitch Heinrichs Quarry House Gallery and the Quarry House Vacation Rental. The combination reflects Heinrichs’ career path. After graduating with a commercial arts degree from MIT (Milwaukee Institute of Technology, later rolled into Milwaukee Area Technical College) Mitch went to work in design and advertising at The Boston Store. Drafted into the Army, he was assigned to a security posting in Massachusetts. He returned to the Boston Store briefly and then worked in advertising, publishing and design, eventually winding up in charge of the color separation department at a commercial pre-press firm. “That was when computerization started coming in, and it just destroyed everything,” Mitch said. “I had a million-and-a-half-dollar color separator that I was controlling, and it was replaced with a laptop.” The office kept reducing his work down to two to three hours a day, not enough to support a family without some work on the side. “Complete departments of 20 and 30 people were discharged because they didn’t need them anymore,”
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he Door County Jazz Festival will return Aug. 3 through 8 with performances and programs across the peninsula. Programming for the 2026 festival will honor the musical legacies of jazz icons Miles Davis, John Coltrane and Tony Bennett – all of whom are celebrating their centennial in 2026. Kicking off the festival on Aug. 2 is a free community screening of Miles Davis: Birth of the Cool, a film celebration of the life and career of the musical giant and cultural icon. Evening concerts begin in Ephraim on Aug. 3, and include the communities of Fish Creek/Gibraltar, Sister Bay and Baileys Harbor. The week will wrap with a daytime concert series in Sturgeon Bay. This year’s lineup features some of the region’s top jazz musicians and national acts with Wisconsin roots, including multi-Grammy-winning trumpeter Brian Lynch and Dakarai Barclay with the MJI Quintet. Other notable performers include vocalist Aubrey Johnson, a Green Bay native and niece of the late Wisconsin jazz pianist Lyle Mays (Pat Metheny); Chicago-based vocalists Allyssa Allgood and Paul Marinaro, bringing their take on the Great American Songbook catalog; and tenor saxophonist Aaron Hedenstrom, kicking off the festival’s concert series on Monday night. Performers rounding out the festival week include vibraphonist Mitchell Shiner’s Latin Jazz Vibes with a full Latin quartet; The Harmon Brothers of the Fox Valley; and trumpeter Michael Hackett, who has backed up artists including Aretha Franklin, Natalie Cole and Frankie Valli.
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ART AND MUSIC DANCE IN MULTIMEDIA PERFORMANCE Music and art will intertwine at Off the Wheel Pottery during an afternoon performance featuring Tim Nyberg, a visual artist represented at the gallery, and members of his musical family. The performers will create an improvisational audiovisual “dance” between live music and art. Guests are asked to bring a chair to the free performance, held on Saturday, July 11, from 1 to 3 pm at Off the Wheel Pottery, 4234 Cty E, just east of Egg Harbor. Visual artist Nyberg will paint along to music performed by members of his family – all professional musicians, music educators and creatives. The music will flow through a variety of genres, including jazz, pop and hip-hop, plus improvisations based on what Nyberg creates on canvas. This “dance” between musicians and artists has been a popular staple at Nyberg’s galleries in Door County, Stillwater, Minnesota and Minneapolis, Minnesota, as well as universities and music and entertainment venues.
BACKYARD ASTROPHOTOGRAPHS DISPLAYED Ladybug Studio and Gallery is presenting new astrophotography by resident astronomer John Lyon. A free reception for the exhibit will be held during Algoma’s First Friday art night on July 3, from 5 to 8 pm at Ladybug Gallery, 219 Steele St. in Algoma. Light refreshments will be served. Shooting from his backyard observatories, Lyon creates detailed, colorful photographic prints of night skies. For this series of work, he re-examined some older data and found new ways to crop the images to bring attention to their most interesting areas. All images are printed on metal, giving the pieces a crisp, contemporary look and feel.
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CONTEMPORARY TEXTILES Bazyli Studio Wearable and Textile Art, 2551 Ahrens Road in Baileys Harbor Through Aug. 1 A celebration of innovation and artistry in contemporary fiber arts.
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BEE-CAUSE, WHY KNOT AND AWAKENING SPACE Miller Art Museum, 107 S. 4th Ave. in Sturgeon Bay Through Sept. 12 These solo exhibits include multi-media art by Bill Reid and abstract paintings by Margaret Lockwood, respectively.
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))theater+performance All That Jazz continued from page 1 Like last year, the festival is teaming up with several local Concert in the Park series. For more information, visit doorcountyjazzfestival.com and sign up for the email list or follow @ doorcountyjazzfestival on social media for updates. SCHEDULE OF EVENTS SUNDAY, AUG. 2, 2-4 pm Miles Davis: Birth of the Cool screening, followed by Q&A Sturgeon Bay Cinema 6, 1820 Alabama St. Featuring never-before-seen archival footage, studio outtakes and rare photos, Miles Davis: Birth of the Cool unpacks the music and the myth of the man behind the horn.
MONDAY, AUG. 3, 6-8 pm Aaron Hedenstrom Quintet Harborside Park, 9986 Hwy 42 in Ephraim Composer and saxophonist Aaron Hedenstrom will perform with Ethan Cecil (trumpet), Josh Gallagher (piano), Jeremy Boettcher (bass) and Gabe Fittante (drums). TUESDAY, AUG. 4, 5-7 pm Mitchell Shiner’s Latin Vibes Noble Square, 4167 Main St. in Fish Creek Mitchell Shiner is a Milwaukee-based vibraphonist, drummer, composer and educator whose Latin Vibes quartet includes Garrett Waite on guitar, Yorvanis Duran on percussion and Nick Moran on bass. WEDNESDAY, AUG. 5, 6-8 pm MJI (Milwaukee Jazz Institute) Quintet featuring Brian Lynch and Dakarai Barclay
Waterfront Park, 10693 Hwy 42 in Sister Bay Three-time Grammy award-winning trumpeter, composer and bandleader Brian Lynch joins the MJI Quintet, led by pianist Mark Davis with Jeff Hamann on bass and Kyle Swan on drums. THURSDAY, AUG. 6, 4-6 pm The Harmon Brothers Björklunden, 7590 Boynton Lane in Baileys Harbor Comprised of Noah Harmon on piano, Fred Velpel on upright bass and Zach Harmon on drums, this trio specializes in improvisation over standards in jazz and fusions of styles from around the world. FRIDAY, AUG. 7, 5-7 pm Michael Hackett with Christine Salerno Trio Check doorcountyjazzfestival. com for location.
Michael Hackett, an accomplished jazz trumpet player, composer and arranger, will be joined by Christine Salerno on piano, Mark Urness on bass and Ethan Noordyk on drums. SATURDAY, AUG. 9, 11 am – 5 pm Singers Saturday, featuring the Johannes Wallman Trio with Aubrey Johnson, Allyssa Allgood and Paul Marinaro Martin Park, 207 S. 3rd Ave. in Sturgeon Bay Vocalists in the finale show include Aubrey Johnson, a New York-based composer and educator; Alyssa Allgood, a Chicago-based songwriter and bandleader; and Paul Marinaro, an expressive Chicago-based baritone.
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COLD WAR COMEDY HEATS UP TAP Red Herring by Michael Hollinger is the third show of the 2026 season at Third Avenue PlayWorks (TAP), running from July 15 through Aug. 9, with performances by Ellie Duffey, Seth K. Hale, Carolyn Hoerdemann, Alicia Rice, Ethan Serpan and Noah Simon. Set in 1952 Boston, Red Herring follows a hardboiled homicide detective caught in an impossible situation: catch a killer, recover a stolen atomic secret and keep her fiancé – an FBI agent – from discovering her latest suspect may be his own father. Three couples’ lives collide as love and loyalty are put to the ultimate test. This classic comedy thriller runs two hours, plus a fifteen-minute intermission. The production is directed by Karen Estrada with scenic design by Steve Barnes, costume design by Kellyn Gagner, lighting design by Karen Wallace, sound design by Josh Schmidt, props design by Haley Anne Cranstoun and production stage management by Kelsey Brennan York. Friends of Door County Libraries is the community partner for a pay-what-you-will preview on Wednesday, July 15, at 7:30 pm. Attendees may arrive as early as 6:30 pm for general admission seating. Space is available on a first-come, first-served basis. Donations may be made in cash or checks made out to Third Avenue PlayWorks. Half of the proceeds from the preview performance will benefit the Friends of Door County Libraries. Donations can be made at the lobby display throughout the run of the show. A ticketed preview and wine night will be held on Thursday, July 16, followed by an opening night reception on Friday, July 17. A young professionals networking mixer will precede the show on Wednesday, June 22, and a post-show conversation will follow the 2 pm matinee on Friday, July 24. Performances will take place July 15 through Aug. 9, Wednesday through Saturday evenings at 7:30 pm, with 2 pm matinees on Sundays, as well as Friday, July 24 and Friday, Aug. 7. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit thirdavenueplayworks.org/red-herring or call the box office at 920. 743.1760.
BIG BAND SWINGS INTO EGG HARBOR Swingin’ Door Big Band will bring the sounds of the swing era to the Peg Egan Performing Arts Center at the end of the month. The free concert is set for Saturday, July 25, at 7 pm at the Peg Egan, 7840 Church St. in Egg Harbor. The evening’s program will feature a lively mix of big band favorites, swing-era classics and traditional jazz. Founded in 2019 by music director Jason Palmer and his wife, Jamie, Swingin’ Door Big Band is a sister ensemble of the Peninsula Symphonic Band. The band features nearly 20 musicians, ranging from high school students to seasoned professionals. Vocalists Jamie Palmer, Claire Morkin and Donna Ruzicka perform together as Company B, an Andrews Sisters-inspired trio that joins the band for select performances and brings an extra layer of vintage charm. Donations are encouraged to support the band’s summer band camp scholarship program. This year, the program awarded $1,500 in scholarships to six Door County student musicians, bringing its total scholarship support to more than $8,000 since its founding. For more information about Swingin’ Door Big Band or this performance, visit peninsulasymphonicband.org or contact peninsulasymphonicband@gmail.com.
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What Shakespeare Still Knows About Being Human likeness between their fictitious ambitions and the real-life ambitions of modern-day “lookmaxers” (an online movement focused on maximizing physical attractiveness, often through unconventional means). While the men of Love’s Labour’s Lost have the most sk any actor with stage time, for director Eva Breneman, “it’s the women’s some training what play.” Shakespeare’s “The men have acted against nature,” she said. favorite rhetorical “They’ve acted against what it is to be a human being device is, and they’ll probably – feeling and experiencing the world and learning new Culture Club columnist say “antithesis.” ideas and being with people and connecting.” Gabriel Anderle. In this context, antithesis SUBMITTED The women, on the other hand? means the rhetorical contrast “The women are not fearful,” Breneman said. “The of ideas by means of parallel women are walking in like, ‘We hear there are some boys arrangements of words. here that are crazy.” It’s all over Shakespeare’s plays – “To be, or not to be,” Many times in her own extensive theater career, or “Now is the winter of our discontent made glorious Breneman has walked into a male-led room and felt the summer by this son of York,” just to name a couple. same way. Antithesis appears often for good reason – conflict is, by “There are a lot of times when I walk into a room and all classical standards, the bedrock of drama. there doesn’t seem to be a sense of the use of physical And if drama is a reflection of the real world onstage, space, which makes me think [these leaders are] not then one could argue that conflict is, by all classical connected to their body,” she said. standards, the bedrock of our shared existence on For Breneman, who has spent Earth. much of her career as a voice and But maybe that’s taking it a bit far. text coach, “being in your body Love’s Labour’s Lost (one of Shakespeare’s is necessary,” she said. earlier comedies) is famously referred to “You can help yourself as “a battle of the sexes.” In director Eva by letting your body do the Breneman’s version of the play, she sees work for you,” Breneman it more as “a battle of two ways of moving said. “You can bypass through the world, that is represented by the intellect and move into sexes,” she said. “But more importantly than something that is deeper that, it’s about: ‘How do I move through the and more authentic. If you’re world?’” just in your head, it means That question seems a rather apt centerpiece that you’ve not accessed the for Door Shakespeare’s 2026 season. In both other parts of your body that are Love’s Labour’s Lost and Oscar Wilde’s smart.” iconic comedy of manners, The Importance These ideas of embodied learning Eva Breneman is directing of Being Earnest, audiences are treated to are not just essential to Breneman’s Door Shakespeare’s two-ish hours of young people stumbling and version of Love’s Labour’s understanding of theater work; they are bumbling forward as they try to answer that Lost. SUBMITTED essential to Shakespeare’s, too. question for themselves. At the end of Act IV of Love’s Labour’s In Love’s Labour’s Lost, the young King of Navarre Lost, one of the lords, Berowne, asserts, “Love, first and his closest bros set out to take control of their lives learned in a lady’s eyes, lives not alone immured in the in the only way they can think of: by eating one meal brain.” Rather, it courses through one’s body and takes a day, sleeping only three hours a night and swearing over completely – there’s no denying it, even if you tried. off all contact with women. And while their choices At Door Shakespeare, we’re following the lead of our are intentionally comedic, it’s hard not to find some namesake and working to create opportunities for our by GABRIEL ANDERLE Door Shakespeare managing producer and understudy
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A new nonprofit organization is bringing an unusual gift to Door County. After years of design, construction, planting, and daily care, local musician and community leader Colin Welford has established The Secret Garden of Door County LLC and placed it into nonprofit stewardship, ensuring that the garden will be preserved and shared as a community resource for generations to come. The North Ephraim property long known to local residents as Green Gables, now enters a new chapter as The Secret Garden, a name chosen to reflect the garden’s spirit of discovery. Hidden from the road behind the property’s familiar buildings, the garden has already become part of the Smithsonian Institution’s Archives of American Gardens, a national collection dedicated to documenting notable American gardens and preserving their stories for future generations. A personal project first begun in 2020, the garden was created by Welford without a landscape architecture firm or commercial development team. Assisted by many local craftsmen, tradespeople, horticultural experts and friends, he played a role in each stage of its development—from sketching whimsical contours for winding paths to constructing hundreds of feet of raised planting beds from native Door County stone. The garden draws inspiration from the New Perennial movement, with naturalistic plantings designed to evolve through the seasons. Expert guidance came from respected horticulturist Tom Wolfe, former Head Gardener of the Art Institute of Chicago, and renowned plantsman Roy Diblik. Inspiration even came in the form of a video call made from the garden to internationally celebrated Dutch designer Piet Oudolf, arguably the most influential garden designer in the world today. Many residents will recognize a familiar thread running through the project. Welford’s popular ‘Colin & Friends Concerts’ non-profit organization has become known for free performances of live music and outreach programs throughout the county, along with a distinctive spirit of excellence, fun and curiosity. The Secret Garden appears to grow from much the same source. Alongside opportunities for learning, volunteer involvement, horticultural education, and wellness activities, visitors will find a place designed for wandering, lingering, and occasional surprise. A visit might include a conversation about plants, enjoying a quiet corner for afternoon tea, finding an unexpected treasure to take home, or simply the pleasure of losing track of time with nature. Welford’s decision to place the property into nonprofit stewardship reflects a simple belief: that beauty, whether found in music or in a garden, becomes richer when it is shared. In that respect, The Secret Garden may be less a destination than an invitation.
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FRI 7/3 LIVE MUSIC MUSIC AT ONE BARREL One Barrel Brewing Company, 4633 Market Street, Egg Harbor. 608.630.9286. 2-5pm. Jeremiah Jams. Psychedelic Cheesehead rock. 5-8pm. Party Animals. ’80s throwbacks from glam rock to pop. LEAH BROOKE CONWAY Waterfront Mary’s Bar & Grill, 3662 N Duluth Ave, Sturgeon Bay. 920.743.3191. 9pm-12am. Dark, bluesy pop-rock originals & covers. GEORGE SAWYN MacReady Artisan Bread Company, 7828 Hwy 42, Egg Harbor. 920.868.2233. 11:30am-1:30pm. Solo guitarist plays instrumental pop & light jazz. EMILY ZIMMER Parallel 44 Winery, 5464 County Hwy P, Sevastopol.
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2-5pm. Classic rock, ’80s pop, ’90s alt & current hits. CHARLIE URICK Sway Brewing & Blending, 2434 County Road F, Baileys Harbor. 3-5pm. A soulful, intimate blend of jazz, R&B & pop. THE ERIC HAGEN BAND The Cherry Hut, 8813 Hwy 42, Fish Creek. 920.868.4450. 3-6pm. Americana steeped in rock, country & blues. HUNTER GATHERER & THE BIG EMPTY Peach Barn Brewing, 2450 S. Bay Shore Dr., Sister Bay. 920.944.2393. 3-6pm. A local Americana artist & his band. LUMA KNOTTY Thirsty Cow Taphouse, 7899 Co Rd A, Baileys Harbor. 920.839.9991. 4-7pm. An illuminated musical journey of funk, rock & reggae. BRITTANY JEAN Anchored Roots Vineyard & Winery, 4873 Willow Road, Egg Harbor. 4-7pm. Covers & original tunes by a singer-songwriter, plus pop-up eats by Galecktables. DAVID FREEBORG Door Peninsula Winery, 5806 Hwy 42, Carlsville. 920.743.7431. 4-7pm. ‘80s rock, pop & blues guitarist/vocalist. BILLY DAVE SHERMAN Door County Brewing Co. and Music Hall, 8099 Hwy 57, Baileys Harbor. 920.839.1515. 5-8pm. Indie folk with mellifluous vocals. TODD WANGERIN Lake Fire Winery, 8054 Hwy 57, Baileys Harbor. 920.839.9992. 5-7pm. 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. MODERN DAY DRIFTERS Harbor View Park, 7809 Hwy 42, Egg Harbor. 920.868.3334. 5-9:30pm. Classic rock & country music for the fireworks. OPEN TAB Red’s Pub & Grill, N6318 Hwy 42, Algoma. 920.677.8499. 5-8pm. Covers from Ray Charles to Matchbox 20. RYAN CIHLAR & THE NIGHTINGALES Nightingale Supper Club, 1541 Egg Harbor Road, Sturgeon Bay. 920.743.5593. 5-8pm. A local accordionist performs with other musicians. RYAN THOMPSON & FRIENDS Lodge at Leathem Smith, 1640 Memorial Drive, Sturgeon Bay. 920.743.5555. 5-8pm. Bluegrass & classic country. GEORGE SAWYN Sturgeon Bay Yacht Club, 600 Nautical Dr, Sturgeon Bay. 920.743.6934. 5pm. New age instrumental. AMÉLIE REED Everyday Château Shop and Wine Courtyard, 10421 N. Water continued on page 2
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PATRIOTIC PERFORMANCE AT NOBLE SQUARE Jazz band Kevin Van Ess and Talk of the Town will celebrate the 250th anniversary of the United States with an afternoon of patriotic songs on Tuesday, July 7. The concert will take place from 3 to 5 pm under the gazebo at Noble Square, 4167 Main St. in Fish Creek. The band will perform various styles of music with an emphasis on traditional jazz, including special salutes to Pete Fountain, Louis Armstrong, Benny Goodman, Duke Ellington, Glen Miller, Frank Sinatra, Count Basie and other artists. Known for their infectious energy and upbeat rhythms, the band will also incorporate rock, country, blues, Latin and even polka into their set. Concerts at Noble Square are free for everyone. Every other Tuesday from 3 to 5 pm, listeners are invited to bring a chair to the corner of Main Street and Highway 42 and enjoy the music. In case of inclement weather, concerts will be held at the Old Gibraltar Town Hall, 4176 Maple St., one block north of Noble Square.
BRASS TRANSIT BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND Chicago tribute band Brass Transit will return to the Peg Egan Performing Arts Center stage this Sunday. The free show will take place on July 5 at 7 pm at the Peg Egan, 7840 Church St. in Egg Harbor. When Brass Transit formed in 2008, it brought together eight award-winning musicians to pay tribute to the iconic pop/rock outfit Chicago. Playing hits like “Saturday In The Park,” “25 or 6 to 4” and “If You Leave Me Now,” the band takes a fresh approach to classic tunes. Its members recently scored their show for a full symphony. Carry-ins are welcome at the Peg Egan Performing Arts Center. In case of rain, the concert will move to the Door County Sandbox and Gala, 1023 Egg Harbor Road in Sturgeon Bay.
ISLAND AWAITS ASHES AND ARROWS Americana/country-rock trio Ashes and Arrows will visit Washington Island to deliver an intimate evening of music. The show is set for Saturday, July 11, at 7 pm, at the Trueblood Performing Arts Center, 870 Main Road on Washington Island. Tickets are available at tpacwashingtonisland.com. Fresh off their run as semi-finalists on NBC’s America’s Got Talent, Ashes and Arrows continues to build momentum with new releases, including the single “Roll On My Brother.” The track showcases the group’s
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QUARRY CONCERT SUPPORTS SUNSHINE RESOURCES Proceeds from Rock on the Rock, a new concert event at the old Leathem and Smith Quarry, will benefit Sunshine Resources of Door County, a nonprofit that supports people with disabilities. Rock on the Rock is set for Saturday, Aug. 1, from 10 am to midnight, at 4911 Quarry Bluff Court, adjacent to Penny Park, located at 4879 Bay Shore Drive in Sturgeon Bay. Before the evening concert, Rock on the Rock will feature family-friendly attractions, including a kids’ play zone with the country’s largest sandbox. The event will also feature speakers highlighting the geology of the rock formation, the history of the quarry and the stateendangered peregrine falcon that calls the quarry home. The concert will feature three top regional bands – Conscious Pilot, Bacchus Lotus and Big Mouth and the Power Tool Horns. A massive LED light show will be projected on the 70-by-800-foot rock wall. Event organizer Mike Parent admitted that when he first began imagining the concert, he didn’t know the deeper reason behind it. “Friends would ask me why I wanted to put on a concert, and honestly, I didn’t have an answer,” Parent said. “I knew we had the coolest venue in Wisconsin with the Quarry Bluff as a backdrop. I knew we could bring together three of the most popular bands in the area. I knew we could build an incredible LED light show, celebrate the wildlife that calls the quarry home, showcase the best sunsets in the state, even build the country’s largest sandbox. But none of that was the reason.” As planning progressed, Parent connected with Sunshine Resources, a local nonprofit that helps disabled people build confidence and employment skills. “Once I walked through their doors and saw their mission up close – the enthusiasm, the effort and the compassion – it blew me away,” Parent said. “Every time I left their facility, I felt grateful, inspired and moved. I realized this concert wasn’t about the quarry or the lights or the music. It was about helping the local community.” Tickets, sponsorship opportunities and more information are available online at rockontherock.com.
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“WHEN BUTTER CHURNS TO GOLD” Northern Sky Theater – Park Stage, Peninsula State Park Amphitheater, 10169 Shore Rd, Fish Creek. 920.854.6117. 7:30pm. In the mid-1800s, an orphaned Wisconsin farm girl attempts to save the family farm from the villainous Friedrich von Fouler. “LOVE’S LABOUR’S LOST” Bjorklunden, 7590 Boynton Lane, Baileys Harbor. 920.854.7111. 7:30pm. Four young men set out on a year of lofty resolutions, only to find themselves undone by the women they hope to impress. “BAGGAGE” Peninsula Players, 4351 Peninsula Players Rd, Fish Creek. 920.868.3287. 8pm. Two disillusioned singles are brought together when their luggage is mixed up at the airport.
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PERFORMANCE SYMPHONY SESSION Birch Creek Music Performance Center, 3821 Cty E, Egg Harbor. 920.868.3763. 7-9pm. An 85+-piece symphony orchestra performs. Visit birchcreek. org for tickets & details.
GALLERIES FIRST FRIDAY ART NIGHT Downtown Algoma. 920.487.2041. 5-8pm. Visit Algoma’s galleries, studios & other stores to view art, meet artists, & enjoy sales, refreshments & hands-on activities. FREEDOM CELEBRATION Equilibrium Fine Arts & Creative Workshops, 314 Steele St., Algoma. 920.404.0483. 5-9pm. Bipartisan celebration of the First Amendment with visual & written arts & an open mic night. OPENING RECEPTION The Pottery CO-OP, 610 4th St., Algoma. 847.772.0401. 5-8pm. For potter Dean Hoegger, whose work will be on display & for sale through July. OPENING RECEPTION Ladybug Glass Studio & Gallery, 219 Steele St., Algoma. 920.591.2883. 5-8pm. Refreshments & conversation to celebrate the start of an astrophotography exhibit. FIRST FRIDAY RAKU FIRING Clay on Steele, 221 Steele St, Algoma. 920.487.8076. 5-8pm. Make fireworks on
pottery full of lustre and crackles. Refreshments served. CAPTURE THE CATWALK Steele Street Trading Co. & Gallery, 300 Steele St., Algoma. 920.487.3840. 5-8pm. Featuring Pieces By Corie Farley.
Bay. 920.818.0093. 6pm. Like Family Feud with real-world data.
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FOOD & DRINK SPAGHETTI DINNER FUNDRAISER Institute Saloon, 4599 Hwy 57, Institute. 920.743.1919. 5-6:30pm. Fundraiser with dinner, bucket raffles & live music to support Tonia Kiehnau-Lawaren with Functional Neurological Disorder. Contact 920.2561932 for reservations. $25/10 & older, $15/10 & younger.
INDOOR COLLECTION SHOWCASE Iverson House, 9966 Moravia St., Ephraim. 920.854.9688. 10am-4pm. See unique & rarely seen artifacts from the Ephraim Historical Foundation collection. MAGIC COMMANDER NIGHT The Gnoshery, 23 N. 3rd Ave., Sturgeon Bay. 920.818.0727. 3-9pm. Play Magic the Gathering in Commander format. TOTE MAKING Yardstick Books, 317 Steele St, Algoma. 785.917.9628. 5-8pm. Personalize a blank tote or handkerchief, or bring your own. $20/person. SURVEY SLAM TRIVIA Cherry Lanes Arcade Bar, 127 N 4th Ave, Sturgeon
HORSESHOE BAY FARM TOUR Horseshoe Bay Farms, 7212 Horseshoe Bay Road, Egg Harbor. 11am & 1pm. See the property, historic barns, gardens & the Stickwork art installation during a 1.5-hour tour. $10/person. Register at horseshoebayfarms.org. NEWPORT EVENTS Newport State Park, 475 Cty Hwy NP, Ellison Bay. 920.854.2500. 10-11:30 am. Let’s Talk Fossils Drop-in Program. Answer questions about fossils and take part in a self-paced fossil scavenger hunt. Lot 3. 1 pm. Meet the Raptors with Open Door Bird Sanctuary. A family-friendly presentation featuring live birds. Meet at the Nature Center, Lot 1. State park vehicle sticker required. FUN AT THE RIDGES Ridges Sanctuary – Cook-Albert Fuller Center, 8166 Hwy 57, Baileys Harbor. 920.839.2802. 1-2:30pm: Swales of the Sanctuary guided hike. $10/ public. All day: Free Friday. Free admission & activities along the boardwalk (9am-12pm), plus a story hour (9:30 am). LAVENDER DAYS Glen Innish Farm, E5427 2nd Road, Kewaunee. 920.251.7450. continued on page 3
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Friday continued from page 2 9am-5pm. Stroll the farm, participate in crafts, and shop. SOUTHERN DOOR FARMERS MARKET DENN, 2050 County Road DK, Sturgeon Bay. 920.335.0020. 10am-3pm.
SAT 7/4 FESTIVALS INDEPENDENCE DAY CELEBRATION Throughout Baileys Harbor. 920.839.2366. 7:30 am – 10 am: Baileys Harbor Fire Department pancake breakfast 9 am – 4 pm: Arts, crafts, and food vendors on the town hall front lawn and parking lot 9 am: Beer tent at Kendall Park; Strawberry Fest in the town hall auditorium 10 am: 4th of July Parade 11 am – 3 pm: Live music by Suzie and the Detonators at Kendall Park Dusk: Fireworks INDEPENDENCE DAY CELEBRATION Sunset Park, 747 N 3rd Ave, Sturgeon Bay. 920.743.6246. 5 pm: Refreshments and live music by Glas Hamr at Sunset Park Dusk: Fireworks
LIVE MUSIC MUSIC AT ONE BARREL One Barrel Brewing Company, 4633 Market Street, Egg Harbor. 608.630.9286. 2-5pm. Jeremiah Jams. Psychedelic Cheesehead rock. 6-9pm. Doozey. Awardwinning pop-rock. KETCHUP Hill Street, 4149 WI-42, Fish Creek. 920.868.5282. 9:30pm-late. Funky instrumentals & certified hipster covers. PENINSULA SYMPHONIC BAND Martin Park, 207 S 3rd Ave, Sturgeon Bay. 920.746.2912. 9:30am. Concert featuring patriotic & popular musical selections. GEORGE SAWYN MacReady Artisan Bread Company, 7828 Hwy 42, Egg Harbor. 920.868.2233. 11:30am-1:30pm. Solo guitarist plays instrumental pop & light jazz. SPIKE & APRIL Hitching Post, 4849 Glidden Drive, Sturgeon Bay. 920.818.1114. 12-2pm. Jazz & originals. KOLACHE BROTHERS von Stiehl Winery, 115 Navarino St, Algoma. 920.487.5208. 12:30-4pm. Trio performs classics & country. WILD HORSES Harbor Ridge Winery, 4690 Rainbow Ridge Rd, Egg Harbor. 920.868.4321. 1-4pm. Acoustic duo covering
Fleetwood Mac, The Beatles, The Rolling Stones & more. BEN LARSEN Lautenbach’s Winery & Market, 9197 Hwy 42, Fish Creek. 920.868.3479. 1-5pm. Door County’s own amusing Americana. JAMUS UNPLUGGED Parallel 44 Winery, 5464 County Hwy P, Sevastopol. 2-5pm. Acoustic variety. HUNTER GATHERER & MAXWELL JONES Door County Brewing Co. and Music Hall, 8099 Hwy 57, Baileys Harbor. 920.839.1515. 3-6pm. Americana, classic rock & alternative country. TODD WANGERIN Lake Fire Winery, 8054 Hwy 57, Baileys Harbor. 920.839.9992. 3-5pm. Acoustic soloist. FROG FURR Sway Brewing & Blending, 2434 County Road F, Baileys Harbor. 3-5pm. Indie/Americana band from Washington Island. FOOCOUSTICS The Cherry Hut, 8813 Hwy 42, Fish Creek. 920.868.4450. 3-6pm. Acoustic rock from the ’80s & ’90s. THE WILDCARDS Brygga Plates & Pours, 107 N. 1st Ave., Sturgeon Bay. 920.746.0700. 3-7pm. 3-piece acoustic band with a soulful sound. JULIEN KOZAK Peach Barn Brewing, 2450 S. Bay Shore Dr., Sister Bay. 920.944.2393. 3-6pm. Folk-pop singer-songwriter. KARAOKE Thirsty Cow Taphouse, 7899 Co Rd A, Baileys Harbor. 920.839.9991. 4-7pm. DB FUSIONS Lodge at Leathem Smith, 1640 Memorial Drive, Sturgeon Bay. 920.743.5555. 5-8pm. Featuring Bill Gironda & Dennis Keith Johnson, performing at the tiki bar. CAITLIN RUSHING Kitty O’Reilly’s Irish Pub, 59 E Oak St, Sturgeon Bay. 920.743.7441. 5-8pm. Orlando-based singer-songwriter. JUSTIN LEVANETZ Scotty’s Pub & Grub, 6269 Hwy 57, Jacksonport. 920.818.0178. 5-8pm. Blues & rock ‘n’ roll classics. DAVID CAVANAUGH Twelve Eleven Wine Bar, 10339 Hwy 57, Sister Bay. 920.421.9463. 6-8pm. Americana & blues with special guest Tad Greene. MATT PERSIN Dovetail Bar & Grill, 10282 WI-57, Sister Bay. (920) 421-4035. 6-9pm. Americana, rock & folk. GLAS HAMR Sunset Park, 747 N 3rd Ave, Sturgeon Bay. 920.746.2914. 6-9:30pm. Band plays rock ‘n’ roll favorites for the fireworks.
DEEP END Stabbur Beer Garden, 10698 N Bay Shore Dr, Sister Bay. 920.854.2626. 7-10pm. 5-piece Door County rock band. JOHNNY DELORIT Salute Wine & Beer Lounge, 7778 Hwy 42, Egg Harbor. 920.868.3247. 7-9pm. A musician from local band The Coves performs a solo acoustic set. FIDDLER’S FARM BAND Fiddler’s Farm, 6951 County Rd C, Sturgeon Bay. 920.559.3460. 7pm. Bluegrass, classic country & Western swing. Visit thefiddlersfarm.com for tickets & details. VCR Husby’s Food & Spirits, 400 Maple Dr, Sister Bay. 920.854.2624. 8-11pm. Three-piece rock band.
THEATER “THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST” Bjorklunden, 7590 Boynton Lane, Baileys Harbor. 920.854.7111. 5pm. Two friends juggle carefully constructed facades to navigate the realities of life, until their schemes collide. “THE THING WITH FEATHERS” Northern Sky Theater – Park Stage, Peninsula State Park Amphitheater, 10169 Shore Rd, Fish Creek. 920.854.6117. 7:30pm. A quirky group of devoted birders gathers for the annual peak migration count, with colorful bird characters brought to life by puppets. “BAGGAGE” Peninsula Players, 4351 Peninsula Players Rd, Fish Creek. 920.868.3287. 8pm. Two disillusioned singles are brought together when their luggage is mixed up at the airport.
PERFORMANCE A SYMPHONIC CELEBRATION Birch Creek Music Performance Center, 3821 Cty E, Egg Harbor. 920.868.3763. 2pm. Pre-concert pie & ice cream social. 3pm. An 85+-piece symphony orchestra performs. Visit birchcreek. org for tickets & details.
GALLERIES ART BAR SATURDAY Equilibrium Fine Arts & Creative Workshops, 314 Steele St., Algoma. 920.404.0483. 12-6pm. Pick an art kit & a flavored shandy or mocktail while you complete it.
6-8:30pm. Sloppy joes, root beer floats & popcorn. PANCAKE BREAKFAST Washington Island Fire Department, 910 Main Rd, Washington Island. 920.847.2355. 7-10am. Supports the fire department.
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INDOOR POKÉMON CLUB The Gnoshery, 23 N. 3rd Ave., Sturgeon Bay. 920.818.0727. 9-11 am. A fun-filled morning of battles, trades and more whether you’re a Pokémon master or just starting your journey.
OUTDOOR FISH CREEK HAIRPIN 5K RUN/WALK Throughout Fish Creek. 920.868.2316. The longest-running 5K in Door County and a great July 4 tradition for runners and walkers of all ages to raise funds for Friends of Gibraltar Schools. Register at hairpinrun.com. FIREWORKS Washington Island Ball Park, Washington Island. 920.847.2179. At dusk. FOURTH OF JULY PARTY Smashed on the Rocks, 70 Church St., Algoma. 920.487.8202. Blessing of the fleet, biggest Bloody Mary on earth, free Bloodys, fireworks at dusk & live music all day. Non-perishable food items & other donations benefit local organizations. WATERFRONT MARY’S FIREWORKS Waterfront Mary’s Bar & Grill, 3662 N Duluth Ave, Sturgeon Bay. 920.743.3191. At dusk. HORSESHOE BAY FARM TOUR Horseshoe Bay Farms, 7212 Horseshoe Bay Road, Egg Harbor. 11am & 1pm. See the property, historic barns, gardens & the Stickwork art installation during a 1.5-hour tour. $10/person. Register at horseshoebayfarms.org. FUN AT WAVE POINTE Wave Pointe Marina & Resort, 3600 Cty Rd CC, Sturgeon Bay. 920.824.5440. 1-5pm. DJ Tom. 2-4pm. Kids water balloon fight.
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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.
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To the Celebration of the 151st year of the Congregation and the 120th anniversary of the original building. Sunday, July 12, 2026 Zion United Methodist Church is located at 8781 Hwy F. Fish Creek WI 8:45 Worship and Fellowship to follow. United Methodist Bishop Dan Schwerin, Preaching 12 Noon Luncheon and Program in the Fellowship Hall and Church Grounds
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STURGEON BAY FARMERS MARKET Downtown Sturgeon Bay. 920.743.6246. 8am-12pm. Dozens of vendors selling local produce, crafts, food, flowers and art on 3rd Avenue at the county’s largest farmers market. EASEFUL YOGA Peninsula State Park, 9462 Shore Rd, Fish Creek. 920.868.0255. 8am. Led by Kind Soul Yoga at Nicolet Bay Beach. $10/drop-in session. MORNING YOGA ON THE FARM Glenn Innish Farm, E5427 2nd Road, Kewaunee. 920.251.7450. 8-9am. Bring your mat. Pre-registration encouraged, but walk-ins are welcome. OPEN AIRE MARKET Corner of the Past & Old Anderson House Museum, 10310 Fieldcrest Rd, Sister Bay. 920.854.7680. 9am-1pm. WASHINGTON ISLAND FARMERS MARKET K.K. Fiske & The Granary Saloon, 1177 Main Rd, Washington Island. 920.847.2121. 9am-12pm. YOGA IN THE PARK Graham Park, 10 Pennsylvania St., Sturgeon Bay. 9am. Free, all-levels yoga session led by The Yoga Womb instructors. Suggested donation $10+/person. DOCENT-LED WALKING TOUR Old Gibraltar Town Hall, 4176 Maple St, Fish Creek. 920.868.2091. 9am. Gibraltar Historical Association village tour finishing at the Alexander Noble House Museum (4167 Main St.) LAVENDER DAYS Glen Innish Farm, E5427 2nd Road, Kewaunee. 920.251.7450. 9am-5pm. Stroll the farm, participate in crafts & shop. 8-9am yoga session also offered. RAPTOR SATURDAY Open Door Bird Sanctuary, 4114 County Rd I, Jacksonport. 920.493.2473. 10:30am-4pm. Explore the sanctuary and learn about its resident birds of prey through raptor chats every half hour. $12/adults, $7/kids age 5-12, free/5 & younger. DOCENT-LED HIKE The Clearing, 12171 Garrett Bay Rd, Ellison Bay. 920.854.4088. 1-3pm. Explore & learn about the property with a guide. INDEPENDENCE DAY PARADE Downtown Egg Harbor. 920.868.3717. 1:30pm. Along Hwy 42 from north end of Church Street to Hwy T. University of Wisconsin marching band performs afterwards. Refreshments available throughout.
SUN 7/5 LIVE MUSIC JAZZ BRUNCH Chives, 8041 Hwy 57, Baileys Harbor. 920.839.2000. Details to come. MUSIC AT DRÖMHUS Drömhus Door County, 611 Jefferson St., Sturgeon Bay. 608.333.4553. 12-2pm. Live music by DaTrio during Sunday brunch. 5-7pm. Cool Bay Jazz. Worldclass professional musicians. JEANNE KUHNS MacReady Artisan Bread Company, 7828 Hwy 42, Egg Harbor. 920.868.2233. 11:30am-1:30pm. Local folk singer-songwriter performs in the gazebo on the lawn.
CHERRY DIRT Hitching Post, 4849 Glidden Drive, Sturgeon Bay. 920.818.1114. 12-2pm. Covers from classic country to jazz, with a little yodeling sprinkled in. RAPID TRANSIT Smashed on the Rocks, 70 Church St., Algoma. 920.487.8202. 12pm. Country, classic rock & oldies. LEAH BROOKE Door Peninsula Winery, 5806 Hwy 42, Carlsville. 920.743.7431. 12-4pm. Dark, bluesy poprock originals & covers. AFINADO Parallel 44 Winery, 5464 County Hwy P, Sevastopol. 12-3pm. From sophisticated jazz to contemporary pop. TROY HEINZ Door County Brewing Co. and Music Hall, 8099 Hwy 57, Baileys Harbor. 920.839.1515. 1-4pm. Southern rock & alt-country. MICKEY GRASSO Harbor Ridge Winery, 4690 Rainbow Ridge Rd, Egg Harbor. 920.868.4321. 1-4pm. A rock n’ roll music machine. THE CHARMS Wave Pointe Marina & Resort, 3600 Cty Rd CC, Sturgeon Bay. 920.824.5440. 1-4pm. Rock, Americana & pop. DAVE STEFFEN Brygga Plates & Pours, 107 N. 1st Ave., Sturgeon Bay. 920.746.0700. 2-6pm. Blues rock. KATIE MAY BAND Waterfront Mary’s Bar & Grill, 3662 N Duluth Ave, Sturgeon Bay. 920.743.3191. 2-5pm. Independent country tunes. KETCHUP The Cherry Hut, 8813 Hwy 42, Fish Creek. 920.868.4450. 3-6pm. Funky instrumentals & certified hipster covers. HEARTLAND HOWLERS Peach Barn Brewing, 2450 S. Bay Shore Dr., Sister Bay. 920.944.2393. 3-6pm. Acoustic bluegrass. BILLY DAVE SHERMAN Twelve Eleven Wine Bar, 10339 Hwy 57, Sister Bay. 920.421.9463. 4-6pm. Indie folk with mellifluous vocals. TOM BECKMAN & MISS LYNN Lodge at Leathem Smith, 1640 Memorial Drive, Sturgeon Bay. 920.743.5555. 4-7pm. An eclectic mix of classic rock, country & Irish folk. THE JACKIE TREEHORN EXPERIENCE Harbor Park Gazebo, 212 Harrison St, Kewaunee. 920.388.4822. 5-7:30pm. The ultimate good-times party band. CAITLIN RUSHING Kitty O’Reilly’s Irish Pub, 59 E Oak St, Sturgeon Bay. 920.743.7441. 6-9pm. Orlando-based singer-songwriter. WILL KRUGER Fishstock Concert Barn, 3127 Cty F, Fish Creek. 920.421.5555. 7pm. Guitarist, singer/ songwriter & entertainer. $20/general admission, $25/reserved seating. OPEN MIC Stabbur Beer Garden, 10698 N Bay Shore Dr, Sister Bay. 920.854.2626. 7-10pm. For musicians & listeners. BRASS TRANSIT Peg Egan Performing Arts Center, 7840 Church St, Egg Harbor. 920.493.5979. 7pm. Chicago tribute band recreating the hits.
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THEATER “BAGGAGE” Peninsula Players, 4351 Peninsula Players Rd, Fish Creek. 920.868.3287. 2pm. Two disillusioned singles are brought together when their luggage is mixed up at the airport.
(succulent bar, hat making & painting), and a tiki bar. DOCENT-LED HIKE The Clearing, 12171 Garrett Bay Rd, Ellison Bay. 920.854.4088. 1-3pm. Explore & learn about the property with a guide. RAPTOR CHAT Whitefish Dunes State Park, 3275 Clark Lake Rd, Sturgeon Bay. 920.823.2400.
Musings Shout-outs, pet peeves, thought-provoking questions and whatever else you were thinking about in the shower this morning.
Why do we have to work out our own taxes if the IRS already knows what the correct amount is supposed to be? Lots of things taste as good as skinny feels, if not better. Do you have to look generic to be successful as a stock photo model?
Pet Peeves When concealer won’t conceal enough, so you just need a whole new face. When people just have to be right, even when they’re wrong.
FOOD & DRINK DAIRY BREAKFAST Lazy J Dairy, 807 Pit Court, Luxemburg. 6-11:30am. $12/ages 8 & older, free/7 & younger. Rain or shine. Proceeds support scholarships for FFA (Future Farmers of America) students.
INDOOR SOUNDFUL SUNDAY Hope United Church of Christ, 141 S 12th Ave, Sturgeon Bay. 920.743.2701. 9:30-10:15am. Soothing sound healing session. $5/ suggested donation. WORD GAMES Write On, Door County, 4210 Juddville Rd, Juddville. 920.868.1457. 12-2pm. Drop in to play games in the writing center. OPEN KNIT & CROCHET The Naked Sheep, 31 S. Madison Ave., Sturgeon Bay. 920.818.1166. 12-3pm. Open knitting & crochet.
OUTDOOR FARMERS MARKET Baileys Harbor Town Hall, 2392 Cty F, Baileys Harbor. 920.839.2366. 9am-1pm. OPEN AIR TAI CHI Door County YMCA – Steve & Jackie Kane Program Center, 3866 Gibraltar Road, Fish Creek. 920.839.2252. 9-10:30am. Tai Chi practice for all skill levels on the front lawn. ALGOMA FARMERS MARKET Algoma Elementary School, 514 Fremont St, Algoma. 920.487.7001. 10am-2pm. CLASSIC CAR SHOW Horseshoe Bay Farms, 7212 Horseshoe Bay Road, Egg Harbor. 10am-2pm. Food, fun & self-guided tours. $10/car registration, with awards for best in 10 categories. SUNDAY FUNDAY DENN, 2050 County Road DK, Sturgeon Bay. 920.335.0020. 10am-4pm. A fun-filled day with bounce houses, pony rides (until 2 pm), a playground, yard games, DIY craft stations
2-2:40pm. Presentation by Open Door Bird Sanctuary featuring live raptors. No pets allowed at the event. State park vehicle sticker required. SUNDAY SUMMER MARKET Twelve Eleven Wine Bar, 10339 Hwy 57, Sister Bay. 920.421.9463. 3-7pm. Shop from local brands & small businesses on the lawn.
SPORTS DOOR COUNTY LEAGUE BASEBALL Throughout Door County. 920.743.4456. 1:30pm. Institute @ Maplewood. Egg Harbor @ Sister Bay. Kolberg @ Washington Island. West Jacksonport @ Baileys Harbor.
MON 7/6 LIVE MUSIC THE ZABRECKY HOUR The Cramer Exchange, 3931 Hwy 42, Fish Creek. 920.868.2728. 2 & 8pm performances. One-person comedy, magic & variety show. DATRIO MacReady Artisan Bread Company, 7828 Hwy 42, Egg Harbor. 920.868.2233. 11:30am-1:30pm. Instrumental jazz, classic rock & other improvisational music. BAMM Peach Barn Brewing, 2450 S. Bay Shore Dr., Sister Bay. 920.944.2393. 3-6pm. Americana, folk & blues-rock. CHERYL MURPHY White Gull Inn, 4225 Main St, Fish Creek. 920.868.3517. 5-8pm. Harp music during dinner. For diners only. SPIKE & APRIL Harborside Park, 9986 Water St (Hwy 42), Ephraim. 920.854.4989. 6-8pm. Jazz & originals. PAUL TAYLOR Osteria Tre Tassi, 11976 Mink River Road, Ellison Bay. 920.309.8390. 6-8:30pm. Gentle background solo jazz guitar dinner music.
THEATER NORTHERN SKY DOUBLE FEATURE Northern Sky Theater – Park Stage, Peninsula State Park Amphitheater, 10169 Shore Rd, Fish Creek. 920.854.6117. 5pm. “The Thing with Feathers.” A quirky group of devoted birders gathers for the annual peak migration count, with colorful bird characters brought to life by puppets. 7:30pm. “Something in the Water.” With the help of devoted staff members and a few zany guests, a beloved hotel might escape being lost to history. “LOVE’S LABOUR’S LOST” Bjorklunden, 7590 Boynton Lane, Baileys Harbor. 920.854.7111. 7:30pm. Four young men set out on a year of lofty resolutions, only to find themselves undone by the women they hope to impress.
INDOOR TRIVIA & TACOS Thirsty Cow Taphouse, 7899 Co Rd A, Baileys Harbor. 920.839.9991. 5-6pm team signup, 6pm start. KARAOKE Northern Grill & Pizza, 10573 Country Walk Dr, Sister Bay. 920.854.9590. 9:30pm-2am. 21+ event. EVENTS AT THE ADRC Aging & Disability Resource Center of Door County, 916 N. 14th Ave., Sturgeon Bay. 920.746.2372. 9am. Artists in Making; Praise moves. 10am. Memoir Monday; DVD fitness. 11am. Zumba Gold. 12:30pm. Bridge; Poker. 1pm. Samba. 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. KIDS’ STORYTIME Crossroads at Big Creek, 2041 Michigan St, Sturgeon Bay. 920.746.5895. 2pm. Door County Librarian Beth Lokken reads “The Birdwatchers” by Simon James. MAGIC COMMANDER NIGHT The Gnoshery, 23 N. 3rd Ave., Sturgeon Bay. 920.818.0727. 3-9pm. Play Magic the Gathering in Commander format.
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 GET TO KNOW THE RIDGES HIKE Ridges Sanctuary – Cook-Albert Fuller Center, 8166 Hwy 57, Baileys Harbor. 920.839.2802. 10-10:45am. Learn the history and ecology of the Ridges Sanctuary on a stroll down Hidden Brook Boardwalk. $5/Trail fee EVENINGS IN EPHRAIM: BONDEMARKED FARMER’S MARKET Throughout Ephraim. 920.854.4989. 3-6pm. Peruse vendors & artisans on the north end, then enjoy a concert at the Harborside Park gazebo (6-8pm). SUNSET YOGA Waterfront Park, 10693 N Bay Shore Dr/Hwy 42, Sister Bay. 920.854.3230.
7pm. Bring a mat.
TUE 7/7 LIVE MUSIC OPEN MIC NIGHT Waterfront Mary’s Bar & Grill, 3662 N Duluth Ave, Sturgeon Bay. 920.743.3191. 9pm-1am. Hosted by Adam Haste. JEANNE KUHNS MacReady Artisan Bread Company, 7828 Hwy 42, Egg Harbor. 920.868.2233. 11:30am-1:30pm. Local folk singer-songwriter performs in the gazebo on the lawn. KEVIN VAN ESS & TALK OF THE TOWN Noble Square, 4167 Main Street, Fish Creek. 920.868.2316. 3-5pm. Swing/Dixieland style jazz group performing patriotic songs for the country’s 250th anniversary. NOAH JAMES HITTNER Peach Barn Brewing, 2450 S. Bay Shore Dr., Sister Bay. 920.944.2393. 3-6pm. Multi-genre folk artist from the driftless region. PAUL TAYLOR White Gull Inn, 4225 Main St, Fish Creek. 920.868.3517. 5-8:30pm. Gentle background solo jazz guitar dinner music. For diners only.
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THEATER “WHEN BUTTER CHURNS TO GOLD” Northern Sky Theater – Park Stage, Peninsula State Park Amphitheater, 10169 Shore Rd, Fish Creek. 920.854.6117. 7:30pm. In the mid-1800s, an orphaned Wisconsin farm girl attempts to save the family farm from the villainous Friedrich von Fouler. “THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST” Bjorklunden, 7590 Boynton Lane, Baileys Harbor. 920.854.7111. 7:30pm. Two friends juggle carefully constructed facades to navigate the realities of life, until their schemes collide.
INDOOR 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. Chess; Euchre. 9:30am. Chair zumba. 10am. Spanish Conversation. 11am. Tech Workshops. 12:30pm. Golf card game. 1pm. Watercolor painting; sheepshead. 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. MOVEMENT & MINDFULNESS Hope United Church of Christ, 141 S 12th Ave, Sturgeon Bay. 920.743.2701. 9:30-10:30am. All-levels yoga session. Bring a mat or favorite props. $5/suggested donation. TECH TUESDAY We Are HOPE, in the Cherry Point Mall, 1300 Egg Harbor Rd, Sturgeon Bay. 920.743.7273. 10am-2pm. Free, dropin technology support & computer skills training. PENINSULA REPTILE HOUSE: BRINGING THE PAST FORWARD Forestville Library, 123 Hwy 42, Forestville. 920.856.6886. 10:30am. See present-day continued on page 6
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Eddie Larsen’s Classic Memories Band 6:00pm - 8:00pm Harborside Park
Rain Location: Ephraim Village Hall Open year-round. Easy Parking. 9331 Spring Rd, Fish Creek.
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Tuesday continued from page 5 dinosaurs and learn how to care for them and their habitat. FOSSIL CREATURES OF THE DOOR PENINSULA Washington Island Library, 910 Main Rd, Washington Island. 920.847.2323. 11am. Learn about fossils that once covered Door County millions of years ago with Joe Taylor, manager of the Door County Museum and Archives.
SCHOOLHOUSE LESSON Pioneer Schoolhouse Museum, 9998 Moravia Street, Ephraim. 920.854.9688. 11:30am. Experience what life & school was like at the turn of the century in a one-room schoolhouse. 30-minute lesson for children. BRIDGE CLUB Stella Maris Church – Egg Harbor, 7710 Hwy 42, Egg
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Harbor. 920.868.3241. 12:30pm. Tournament-style duplicate contract bridge. Contact 920.868.6113 for reservations. $14/game. MULTICULTURAL BOOK CLUB Sturgeon Bay Library, 107 S 4th Ave, Sturgeon Bay. 920.743.6578. 1pm. The book for July is “The Secret Book Society” by Madeline Martin. SIP & STITCH The Gnoshery, 23 N. 3rd Ave., Sturgeon Bay. 920.818.0727. 4-7pm. Knit, sew, crochet, embroider or work on another craft. SUCCULENT WORKSHOP Bobbin and Bloom, 2653 S Bay Shore Drive, Sister Bay. 920.421.4201. 4pm. Make your own succulent arrangement. $35/person. 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.
LITERATURE
Wood Tables & Benches • Metal Florals & Moss • Photography
Open Wed-Sat • 10am-4pm off Wandering Road • 9114 Wander Down Rd., Fish Creek (480) 220-4064
POPELKA TRENCHARD Fine Art Gallery & Glass Studio
SILENT BOOK CLUB Donald and Carol Kress Pavilion, 7845 Church St., Egg Harbor. 920.868.3334. 6-6:30pm, arrive, share snacks & chat; 6:30-7:30pm, silent reading hour; 7:308pm, optional socializing. ALGOMA LIBRARY EVENTS Algoma Public Library, 406 Fremont St, Algoma. 920.487.2295. 10:30-11am. Summer Storytime. This week’s theme is mountains. 3-4pm. Wings of Flame dragon party for ages 10-18.
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STORYTIME WITH MISS BETH (AT THE BEACH) Sturgeon Bay Library, 107 S 4th Ave, Sturgeon Bay. 920.743.6578. 10:30-11:15am. Stories and fun with Miss Beth – for babies, toddlers, and preschoolers. INSIDE THE BOOK: MYSTERIES Sister Bay/Liberty Grove Library, 2323 Mill Rd, Sister Bay. 920.854.2721. 5:30-7pm. An opportunity for writers and readers to learn more about how authors create their books, with local mystery writers Patrick Baird, Lynda Drews, and Margaret Philbrick.
JOURNEYS WITH JOAN Crossroads at Big Creek, 2041 Michigan St, Sturgeon Bay. 920.746.5895. 1pm. Family program on the mysteries of migration in fields and woodlands.
SPORTS PICK-UP BASKETBALL Door County YMCA – Sturgeon Bay Program Center, 1900 Michigan St, Sturgeon Bay. 920.743.4949. 6-8pm. Drop-in pickup basketball in Gym C.
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OUTDOOR EVENTS AT THE RIDGES Ridges Sanctuary – Cook-Albert Fuller Center, 8166 Hwy 57, Baileys Harbor. 920.839.2802. 9am-12pm. Barberry Pirates Workday. Help The Ridges remove invasive species. Tools provided. Suitable for ages 18 & older. 11am-12pm. Naturalist Chats. Education along the boardwalk. $5/trail fee. EASEFUL YOGA Peninsula State Park, 9462 Shore Rd, Fish Creek. 920.868.0255. 8am. Led by Kind Soul Yoga at Nicolet Bay Beach. $10/drop-in session. JACKSONPORT FARMERS MARKET Lakeside Park, Hwy 57, Jacksonport. 920.559.6275. 9am-1pm. This week’s market features a cherry pie social & an Open Door Bird Sanctuary meet-and-greet. OUTWIGO! CHALLENGE HIKE Newport State Park, 475 Cty Hwy NP, Ellison Bay. 920.854.2500. 9am. This week’s hike is Sand Cove/Duck Bay Trail. A moderate 2.5-mile loop. Meet at Lot 3. State park vehicle sticker required.
LIVE MUSIC JEREMIAH JAMS Peach Barn Brewing, 2450 S. Bay Shore Dr., Sister Bay. 920.944.2393. 3-6pm. Psychedelic Cheesehead rock. COOL BAY JAZZ Sturgeon Bay Yacht Club, 600 Nautical Dr, Sturgeon Bay. 920.743.6934. 5pm. World-class professional musicians. PATTI & JEFF ACOUSTIC DUO Red’s Pub & Grill, N6318 Hwy 42, Algoma. 920.677.8499. 5-8pm. Country, rock & blues. SPIKE & APRIL Chives, 8041 Hwy 57, Baileys Harbor. 920.839.2000. 5-7pm. Jazz & originals. HUNTER GATHERER Camp Door RV Resort & Campground, 10663 Cty ZZ, Sister Bay. 920.673.3116. 6-8pm. Americana, classic rock & alternative country. KYLE MEGNA & THE MONSOONS Waterfront Park Main Stage, 10693 N Bay Shore Dr/Hwy 42, Sister Bay. 920.854.3230. 6pm. Dark indie blues/folk rock. BAD MOTHER TRUCKERS Martin Park, 207 S 3rd Ave, Sturgeon Bay. 920.743.6246. 7pm. ’90s & ’00s party-rock. CLASSIC COUNTRY NIGHT Trueblood Performing Arts Center, 870 Main Rd, Washington Island. 920.847.2528. 7-8:30pm. Starring Stacey & Bob Angello from Nashville. Held outside. ASK CAROL MUSE Sturgeon Bay, 330 Jefferson Street, Sturgeon Bay. 920.333.2859. 8-10pm. Norway alt-pop duo that plays to cows. $20/person.
Up! COURTESY OF THE ARTIST
Open MondaySaturday 10-4pm
Katie May Band
Sunday by chance or appointment 64 S 2nd Ave Sturgeon Bay 920-743-7287 popelkaglass.com
July 5, 2-5 pm, Waterfront Mary’s, 3662 N. Duluth Ave. in Sturgeon Bay Classic and modern country come together in an energetic live performance.
THEATER “THE THING WITH FEATHERS” Northern Sky Theater – Park Stage, Peninsula State Park Amphitheater, 10169 Shore Rd, Fish Creek. 920.854.6117.
7:30pm. A quirky group of devoted birders gathers for the annual peak migration count, with colorful bird characters brought to life by puppets. “LOVE’S LABOUR’S LOST” Bjorklunden, 7590 Boynton Lane, Baileys Harbor. 920.854.7111. 7:30pm. Four young men set out on a year of lofty resolutions, only to find themselves undone by the women they hope to impress. “THE MOUSETRAP” Peninsula Players, 4351 Peninsula Players Rd, Fish Creek. 920.868.3287. 8pm. A classic Agatha Christie mystery full of humor, intrigue & thrills.
GALLERIES ON-SITE DAY Woodwalk Gallery, 6746 Cty Rd G, Egg Harbor. 920.629.4877. 11am-5pm. Watch Woodwalk artists at work.
INDOOR PUZZLES AND GAMES 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. Fall prevention; Pinochle. 10am. DVD fitness; Wisdom workshop. 10:30am. Chair yoga. 12:30pm. Ballroom dancing; Sheepshead; Poker. 1pm. Samba; Memory Cafe. KRESS PAVILION EVENTS Donald and Carol Kress Pavilion, 7845 Church St., Egg Harbor. 920.868.3334. 10am-3pm. Woodland Wednesday. Indigenous art sale & cultural experience featuring music, storytelling & activities. Presented by Chief Oshkosh Native American Art. 1pm. Acoustic Jam for musicians & listeners. KARAOKE Blue Ox, 8051 Hwy 57, Baileys Harbor. (920) 839-2771. 9pm-bar close. A250 COMMUNITY CONVERSATION Ephraim Village Hall, 9996 Hwy 42, Ephraim. 920.854.9688. 8am-5pm. View a clip from the new documentary “The American Revolution,” then break out into discussion groups. Part of a celebration of America’s 250th anniversary. Time TBD. ROTARY CLUB OF DOOR COUNTY NORTH Coyote Roadhouse, 3026 County Rd E, Baileys Harbor. 920.839.9192. 8am. Program: Annia Rabach, Destination Imagination. continued on page 7
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Country blues Western...the next big thing
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JULY 23 Bo Deans
Wisconsin-grown heartland alternative rock
JULY 24 The Wood Brothers
A sly trio playing original roots, gospel, and blues
JULY 29 Don McLean
The folk rock “American Troubadour” needs no introduction
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continued from page 6 Contact 309.824.7342 for reservations. SCHOOLHOUSE LESSON Pioneer Schoolhouse Museum, 9998 Moravia Street, Ephraim. 920.854.9688. 11:30am. Experience what life & school was like at the turn of the century in a one-room schoolhouse. 30-minute lesson for children. FIREHOUSE KNITTERS Sister Bay/Liberty Grove Fire Station, 2258 Mill Rd, Sister Bay. 920.600.5086. 1-4pm. All knitters, crocheters & needleworkers are welcome. PEARLS FOR PARKINSON’S Sturgeon Bay United Methodist Church, 836 Michigan St, Sturgeon Bay. 920.743.3241. 1pm. Wisconsin Parkinson Association President and CEO shares tips for daily living with Parkinson’s. GEOLOGY OF THE NIAGARA ESCARPMENT Sister Bay/Liberty Grove Library, 2323 Mill Rd, Sister Bay. 920.854.2721. 1pm. Learn about Wisconsin’s geology, how the Niagara Escarpment formed, and identify fossils with local geologist Allison Haus. CRIME SCENE SCIENCE Algoma Public Library, 406 Fremont St, Algoma. 920.487.2295. 1-2pm. Kewuanee County 4-H program covering various investigative methods for ages 8-12. LEGO PARTY Sturgeon Bay Library, 107 S 4th Ave, Sturgeon Bay. 920.743.6578. 3:30-4:30pm. For elementaryaged kids and older. PAGES OF SUMMER: CREATE YOUR OWN JUNK JOURNAL Baileys Harbor Library, 2392 Cty Rd F, Baileys Harbor. 920.839.2210. 5pm. Hands-on workshop for adults & teens. Transform everyday materials into a one-of-a-kind journal. OPEN JAM Butch’s Bar, 234 Kentucky St., Sturgeon Bay. 920.743.3845. 8pm. Jam session for musicians & listeners.
LITERATURE FISH CREEK LIBRARY BOOK CLUB Fish Creek Library, 4097 Hwy 42, Fish Creek. 920.868.3471. 5:30pm. “People We Meet on Vacation” by Emily Henry. 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. 11am & 1pm. See the property, historic barns, gardens & the Stickwork art installation during a 1.5-hour tour. $10/person. Register at horseshoebayfarms.org. DCBC RUN CLUB Door County Brewing Co. and Music Hall, 8099 Hwy 57, Baileys Harbor. 920.839.1515. 6pm meet in the beer garden, 6:30pm run/walk starts. 2-mile walk or 3- to 5-mile run. All paces welcome. 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. DOCENT-LED WALKING TOUR Old Gibraltar Town Hall, 4176 Maple St, Fish Creek. 920.868.2091. 9am. Gibraltar Historical Association village tour finishing at the Alexander Noble House Museum (4167 Main St.) SETTLEMENT SHOPS FARMERS MARKET Settlement Shops, 9106 Hwy 42, Fish Creek. 920.868.3788. 9:30am-1:30pm. DROP-IN PROGRAM: HOW OLD ARE NEWPORT’S TREES? Newport State Park, 475 Cty Hwy NP, Ellison Bay. 920.854.2500. 10am-12pm. Grab a measuring tape and pick a tree to estimate its age. Look for the table set up in the picnic area, Lot 3. State park vehicle sticker required. MAKE & TAKE EVENT DENN, 2050 County Road DK, Sturgeon Bay. 920.335.0020. 10am-4pm. Art stations with options to make a hat, paint a project, or customize a succulent. APPEL’S BLUFF GEOLOGY HIKE Appels Bluff Ridges Sanctuary, 2307 Sun Plaza, Baileys Harbor. 920.839.2802. 10:30am-12pm. Discover ancient shorelines of the Door
25th Year
Peninsula at The Ridges Appel’s Bluff property. $15/Public. WANDERING WEDNESDAY Crossroads at Big Creek, 2041 Michigan St, Sturgeon Bay. 920.746.5895. 1:30pm. Easy, hourlong, naturalist-led hike. Well-behaved, leashed dogs welcome.
THU 7/9 LIVE MUSIC LITTLE CISCO Peg Egan Performing Arts Center, 7840 Church St, Egg Harbor. 920.493.5979. 4pm market, 5pm concert. A rockin’ blues experience. JEANNE KUHNS MacReady Artisan Bread Company, 7828 Hwy 42, Egg Harbor. 920.868.2233. 11:30am-1:30pm. Local folk singer-songwriter performs in the gazebo on the lawn. JOHN LEWIS Peach Barn Brewing, 2450 S. Bay Shore Dr., Sister Bay. 920.944.2393. 3-6pm. Independent singer-songwriter. KYLE MEGNA Twelve Eleven Wine Bar, 10339 Hwy 57, Sister Bay. 920.421.9463. 5-7pm. Dark indie blues/folk rock. CHERYL MURPHY White Gull Inn, 4225 Main St, Fish Creek. 920.868.3517. 5-8pm. Harp music during dinner. For diners only. THE HITCHHIKERS Hitching Post, 4849 Glidden Drive, Sturgeon Bay. 920.818.1114. 5-7pm. Folk, Americana & bluegrass. DJ MICHAEL RAYE Sturgeon Bay Yacht Club, 600 Nautical Dr, Sturgeon Bay. 920.743.6934. 5pm. DJ spins tunes. RANDY THE MUSIC MAN Wave Pointe Marina & Resort, 3600 Cty Rd CC, Sturgeon Bay. 920.824.5440. 5-7pm. Solo set. OPEN MIC Drömhus Door County, 611 Jefferson St., Sturgeon Bay. 608.333.4553. 6-9pm. For musicians & listeners. TIME MACHINE Heritage Park, 512 Lake St, Algoma. 920.487.2041. 6-9pm. Five talented musicians perform through the span of three decades. PAUL TAYLOR Helioterra Wines, 9331 Spring Road 23-B, Fish Creek. 6-8pm. Gentle background solo jazz guitar. CONCERTS IN THE PARK Heritage Park, 512 Lake St, Algoma. 920.487.2041. 6-9pm. The Time Machine Band. 5-piece classic party rock band. WRITERS’ NIGHT Tambourine Lounge, 59 N. 2nd Avenue, Sturgeon Bay. 920.333.1723. 7-9pm. Share original songs, stories & poetry. TROY HEINZ AND THE 57’S Husby’s Food & Spirits, 400 Maple Dr, Sister Bay. 920.854.2624. 8-11pm. Fiddle/acoustic guitar music.
THEATER “SOMETHING IN THE WATER” Northern Sky Theater – Park Stage, Peninsula State Park Amphitheater, 10169 Shore Rd, Fish Creek. 920.854.6117. 7:30pm. With the help of devoted staff members and a few zany guests, a beloved hotel might escape being lost to history. “THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST” Bjorklunden, 7590 Boynton Lane, Baileys Harbor. 920.854.7111. 7:30pm. Two friends juggle carefully constructed facades to navigate the realities of life, until their schemes collide. “THE MOUSETRAP” Peninsula Players, 4351 Peninsula Players Rd, Fish Creek. 920.868.3287. 8pm. A classic Agatha Christie mystery full of humor, intrigue & thrills.
PERFORMANCE SYMPHONY SESSION Birch Creek Music Performance Center, 3821 Cty E, Egg Harbor. 920.868.3763. 7-9pm. An 85+-piece symphony orchestra performs. Visit birchcreek. org for tickets & details. “REVOLUTION & INDEPENDENCE” Ottum Residence Salon, Sturgeon Bay. 920.854.7088. 7pm. Ticketed Midsummer’s Music performance featuring George Meyer & the Griffon String Quartet.
Visit midsummersmusic. com for tickets & details.
GALLERIES ARTIST RECEPTION Fine Line Designs Gallery, 10376 Hwy 42, Ephraim. 920.854.4343. 4-6:30pm. See the new exhibit in company.
FOOD & DRINK LOAVES & FISHES Stella Maris – Sister Bay, 2410 Bay Shore Road, Sister Bay. 920.868.3241. 5-6pm. Free community meal. All are welcome.
INDOOR DOOR COUNTY FOLK FESTIVAL Sturgeon Bay High School, 1230 Michigan St, Sturgeon Bay. 920.746.2800. Dance workshops, parties & seminars featuring musicians & educators from the Midwest & beyond. To register & learn more, visit dcff.net. WATERFRONT MARY’S MUSIC Waterfront Mary’s Bar & Grill, 3662 N Duluth Ave, Sturgeon Bay. 920.743.3191. 5-8pm. Bluegrass & classic country by Ryan Thompson. 9pm-12am. Karaoke with DJ Tyler. EVENTS AT THE ADRC Aging & Disability Resource Center of Door County, 916 N. 14th Ave., Sturgeon Bay. 920.746.2372. 8:30am. Strong Bodies (independent); Somatics. 8am. Somatics. 8:30am. Strong Bodies. 9am. Friendly Crafters. 9:30am. Chair Zumba. 10am. Caregiver Stress Busting; Healthy Habits, Healthy Future; Cribbage. 11:30am. Guitar music. 12pm. Mah Jongg. 12:30pm. Sheepshead. 1pm. Woodcarving. SOCRATES CAFE Write On, Door County, 4210 Juddville Rd, Juddville. 920.868.1457. 9:30-11am. 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. SCHOOLHOUSE LESSON Pioneer Schoolhouse Museum, 9998 Moravia Street, Ephraim. 920.854.9688. 11:30am. Experience what life & school was like at the turn of the century in a one-room schoolhouse. 30-minute lesson for children. PENINSULA REPTILE HOUSE: BRINGING THE PAST FORWARD Sturgeon Bay Library, 107 S 4th Ave, Sturgeon Bay. 920.743.6578. 2pm. See present-day dinosaurs and learn how to care for them and their habitat. TABLETOP GAME NIGHT Equilibrium Fine Arts & Creative Workshops, 314 Steele St., Algoma. 920.404.0483. 3:30-8:30pm. Gaming tables open for use & refreshments available for purchase. MINIATURE PAINT NIGHT The Gnoshery, 23 N. 3rd Ave., Sturgeon Bay. 920.818.0727. 4-9pm. Work on your minis. Limited paints & brushes available. SUCCULENT WORKSHOP Bobbin and Bloom, 2653 S Bay Shore Drive, Sister Bay. 920.421.4201. 4pm. Make your own succulent arrangement. $35/person. SOLAR ENERGY TALK Crossroads at Big Creek, 2041 Michigan St, Sturgeon Bay. 920.746.5895. 5:30pm. Climate Change of Door County representatives discuss an opportunity to group buy solar power installations. THIRSTY THURSDAY TRIVIA Brygga Plates & Pours, 107 N. 1st Ave., Sturgeon Bay. 920.746.0700. 6-8pm. Free to play. Groups of all sizes welcome. KARAOKE Sonny’s Pizzeria, 129 N Madison, Sturgeon Bay. 920.743.2300. 6-10pm. Outdoor on the waterfront. KARAOKE Cherry Lanes Arcade Bar, 127 N 4th Ave, Sturgeon Bay. 920.818.0093. 7-11pm. Hosted by Sound Expressions.
11am & 1pm. See the property, historic barns, gardens & the Stickwork art installation during a 1.5-hour tour. $10/person. Register at horseshoebayfarms.org. KEWAUNEE COUNTY FAIR Kewaunee County Fairgrounds, 625 3rd St, Luxemburg. 920.845.2241. Rides, animals, vendors, exhibits & more. Details at kewauneecountyfair.com. NATURALIST CHATS Ridges Sanctuary – Cook-Albert Fuller Center, 8166 Hwy 57, Baileys Harbor. 920.839.2802. 11am-12pm & 2-3pm. Education along the boardwalk. $5/trail fee. FARM VOLUNTEER DAY The Aquarian Acres, N8282 Cty D, Algoma. 920.471.9728. 9am-12pm. All ages are invited to help with hands-on gardening, planting & farm chores. Volunteers get a small share of the day’s harvest, plus free use of the disc golf course & nature trails after. MAKE & TAKE EVENT DENN, 2050 County Road DK, Sturgeon Bay. 920.335.0020. 10am-4pm. Art stations with options to make a hat, paint a project, or customize a succulent. RAPTOR CHAT Peninsula State Park, 9462 Shore Rd, Fish Creek. 920.868.3258. 1-1:40pm. Presentation by Open Door Bird Sanctuary. BIRD BREEDING BEHAVIORS Crossroads at Big Creek, 2041 Michigan St, Sturgeon Bay. 920.746.5895. 2pm. Join Paige Witek of the Door County Land Trust for an insightful guided hike exploring the complex and captivating behaviors birds display. KEWAUNEE FARMERS MARKET Downtown Kewaunee, 322 Milwaukee Street, Kewaunee. 920.388.4822. 4-7pm. BREWS & BAGS Ahnapee Brewery, 105 Navarino St, Algoma. 920.785.0822. 5:30pm. A fun cornhole tournament, with brews and friendly competition. $20/ Person ($40/team). Includes one free beer and a $15 buy-in.
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LIVE MUSIC GEORGE SAWYN MacReady Artisan Bread Company, 7828 Hwy 42, Egg Harbor. 920.868.2233. 11:30am-1:30pm. Solo guitarist plays instrumental pop & light jazz. SAFETY THIRD Waterfront Mary’s Bar & Grill, 3662 N Duluth Ave, Sturgeon Bay. 920.743.3191. 1-5pm. 9pm-12am. Green Bay rock trio. GOOD FOR THE SOUL Parallel 44 Winery, 5464 County Hwy P, Sevastopol. 2-5pm. Acoustic duo. THE CHERRY TONES The Cherry Hut, 8813 Hwy 42, Fish Creek. 920.868.4450.3-6pm. Vintage rock ‘n’ roll. AUSTIN SKALECKI Peach Barn Brewing, 2450 S. Bay Shore Dr., Sister Bay. 920.944.2393. 3-6pm. Blues, rock & folk. JORDAN BAYORGEON Door Peninsula Winery, 5806 Hwy 42, Carlsville. 920.743.7431. 4-7pm. Oldies, pop, country, reggae, hip-hop, blues & more on ukulele. JEANNE KUHNS Lake Fire Winery, 8054 Hwy 57, Baileys Harbor. 920.839.9992. 5-7pm. Local folk singer-songwriter. DAN MARKS Northern Grill & Pizza, 10573 Country Walk Dr, Sister Bay. 920.854.9590. 5-8pm. The music of Bob Dylan & John Prine. KETCHUP Fish Creek Beach, 9462 Hwy 42, Fish Creek. 920.868.2316. 5-7pm. Funky instrumentals & certified hipster covers. Moves to Old Town Hall in case of rain. 7000APART Red’s Pub & Grill, N6318 Hwy 42, Algoma. 920.677.8499. 5-8pm. High-energy, multi-genre pop. WILD HORSES Nightingale Supper Club, 1541 Egg Harbor Road, Sturgeon Bay. 920.743.5593. 5-8pm. Acoustic duo covering Fleetwood Mac, The Beatles, The Rolling Stones & more. BEN LARSEN Sturgeon Bay Yacht Club, 600 Nautical Dr, Sturgeon Bay. 920.743.6934. 5pm. Door County’s own amusing Americana. CATHY GRIER The Cramer Exchange, 3931 Hwy 42, Fish Creek. 920.868.2728. 5:30-7:30pm. Channeling great female blues artists before the Door County Auditorium (DCA) show. HEARTLAND HOWLERS Twelve Eleven Wine Bar, 10339 Hwy 57, Sister Bay. 920.421.9463. 6-8pm. Acoustic bluegrass. BLUE CHEESE COMBO Stabbur Beer Garden, 10698 N Bay Shore Dr, Sister Bay. 920.854.2626.
7-10pm. Covers on piano, bass guitar, drums & vocals. NICK DUMAS & BRANCHLINE Fiddler’s Farm, 6951 County Rd C, Sturgeon Bay. 920.559.3460. 7pm. Touring bluegrass band. Visit thefiddlersfarm. com for tickets & details. MICHAEL GRABNER Drömhus Door County, 611 Jefferson St., Sturgeon Bay. 608.333.4553. 7-9pm. Americana & roots. JAMS DUO Brygga Plates & Pours, 107 N. 1st Ave., Sturgeon Bay. 920.746.0700. 7-10:30pm. Classic & modern covers with a little jam twist. TSURUMI RECORDS SHOWCASE MUSE Sturgeon Bay, 330 Jefferson Street, Sturgeon Bay. 920.333.2859. 8-11pm. Performance by four rock trios: Key of Evil, Son Reis Project, The Beautiful Mothers & Dead Ringers. $20/person. PAUL HANNA TRIO Husby’s Food & Spirits, 400 Maple Dr, Sister Bay. 920.854.2624. 8-11pm. Singersongwriter group.
THEATER “WHEN BUTTER CHURNS TO GOLD” Northern Sky Theater – Park Stage, Peninsula State Park Amphitheater, 10169 Shore Rd, Fish Creek. 920.854.6117. 7:30pm. In the mid-1800s, an orphaned Wisconsin farm girl attempts to save the family farm from the villainous Friedrich von Fouler. “LOVE’S LABOUR’S LOST” Bjorklunden, 7590 Boynton Lane, Baileys Harbor. 920.854.7111. 7:30pm. Four young men set out on a year of lofty resolutions, only to find themselves undone by the women they hope to impress. “BEER FOR BREAKFAST” Rogue Theater at DC Arts Center, 917 N. 14th Ave., Sturgeon Bay. 920.818.0816. 7:30pm. Friends reunite for a guys’ weekend before a wrench is thrown in their plans. “THE MOUSETRAP” Peninsula Players, 4351 Peninsula Players Rd, Fish Creek. 920.868.3287. 8pm. A classic Agatha Christie mystery full of humor, intrigue & thrills.
PERFORMANCE SYMPHONY SESSION Birch Creek Music Performance Center, 3821 Cty E, Egg Harbor. 920.868.3763. 7-9pm. An 85+-piece symphony orchestra performs. Visit birchcreek. org for tickets & details. “REVOLUTION & INDEPENDENCE” Donald and Carol Kress Pavilion, 7845 Church St., Egg Harbor. 920.868.3334. 7pm. Ticketed Midsummer’s Music performance featuring George Meyer &
Kyle Megna and the Monsoons July 8, 6 pm, Waterfront Park, 10693 Hwy 42 in Sister Bay This Wisconsin band creates a storm of dark indie blues and folk rock.
the Griffon String Quartet. Visit midsummersmusic. com for tickets & details.
GALLERIES OPENING RECEPTION Hardy Gallery, 3038 Anderson Ln, Ephraim. 920.854.2210. 5:30-7pm. For the “Collection Invitational & Collector’s Choice Benefit” & the “Community Mosaic Project.”
INDOOR DOOR COUNTY FOLK FESTIVAL Sturgeon Bay High School, 1230 Michigan St, Sturgeon Bay. 920.746.2800. Dance workshops, parties & seminars featuring musicians & educators from the Midwest & beyond. To register & learn more, visit dcff.net. 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; chess. 10am. DVD Fitness. 11am. Zumba Gold. FUN AT CHERRY LANES Cherry Lanes Arcade Bar, 127 N 4th Ave, Sturgeon Bay. 920.818.0093. 6pm. Survey Slam Trivia. Like Family Feud with real-world data. 7-10pm. Live music by Jordan Bain. Singer-songwriter playing originals & covers. ALGOMA PUBLIC LIBRARY EVENTS Algoma Public Library, 406 Fremont St, Algoma. 920.487.2295. 11am-12pm. Glitter crafts on the lawn for ages 5+. Children under 9 must be with an adult. 3-5pm. Unplugged Jam Session. Open to adults & teens. BLOOD DRIVE Hope United Church of Christ, 141 S 12th Ave, Sturgeon Bay. 920.743.2701. 9am-2pm. Sign up at redcross. org. Walk-ins also accepted, but wait time may be greater. KID’S CRAFT: LACING RAINBOW Forestville Library, 123 Hwy 42, Forestville. 920.856.6886. 9:30am. Build a beautiful Rainbow Mobile. For ages 2-8. COLLECTION SHOWCASE Iverson House, 9966 Moravia St., Ephraim. 920.854.9688. 10am-4pm. See unique & rarely seen artifacts from the Ephraim Historical Foundation collection. MAGIC COMMANDER NIGHT The Gnoshery, 23 N. 3rd Ave., Sturgeon Bay. 920.818.0727. 3-9pm. Play Magic the Gathering in Commander format.
MOVIE IN THE PARK Martin Park, 207 S 3rd Ave, Sturgeon Bay. 920.746.2912. Family-friendly movie starts at dusk (about 8:30pm). HORSESHOE BAY FARM TOUR Horseshoe Bay Farms, 7212 Horseshoe Bay Road, Egg Harbor. 11am & 1pm. See the property, historic barns, gardens & the Stickwork art installation during a 1.5-hour tour. $10/person. Register at horseshoebayfarms.org. KEWAUNEE/DOOR COUNTY SALMON TOURNAMENT Throughout Door & Kewaunee Counties. 920.743.4456. Amateur sport fishing tournament on Lake Michigan. Visit facebook.com/ kdsalmon2026 for details. KEWAUNEE COUNTY FAIR Kewaunee County Fairgrounds, 625 3rd St, Luxemburg. 920.845.2241. Rides, animals, vendors, exhibits & more. Details at kewauneecountyfair.com. EVENTS AT THE RIDGES Ridges Sanctuary – Cook-Albert Fuller Center, 8166 Hwy 57, Baileys Harbor. 920.839.2802. All day: Free Friday. Free admission & activities along the boardwalk (9am-12pm), plus a story hour (9:30 am). 7-10pm. Summer Wildlife Photography. Session focused on composition, light & small artistic choices. $30/person. BIRD SURVEY Ida Bay Preserve, Sturgeon Bay. 920.746.5895. 5am. Document bird species for restoration efforts. Participants must download the Merlin Bird ID app. Meet in the parking lot at 1195 Canal Road. FIELD DAY Plum Island. 262.613.4680. 9am-1pm. Birding 101 with a Ridges Sanctuary expert. Register at plumandpilot.org. SOUTHERN DOOR FARMERS MARKET DENN, 2050 County Road DK, Sturgeon Bay. 920.335.0020. 10am-3pm. GREAT WISCONSIN BAT COUNT Newport State Park, 475 Cty Hwy NP, Ellison Bay. 920.854.2500. 8:15-9:45pm. Participate in a statewide survey to help monitor the number of bats affected by whitenose syndrome. Meet at the Nature Center, Lot 1. Raindate: July 11. State park vehicle sticker required.
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LITERATURE ART/SPEAKS Margaret Lockwood Gallery, 7 S 2nd Ave, Sturgeon Bay. 920.493.3635. 11am-12pm. Write On, Door County creative lab to encourage writing in response to visual art.
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Fourth of July Events
A young reveler gets a better view of the parade in front of the offices of the Peninsula Pulse in Baileys Harbor.
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he Fourth of July brings festivities, fireworks, and fun to communities throughout the peninsula. Here’s your guide to the key times and events for July Fourth in Door County. For a complete listing of more live music and other festivities, see our event calendar. July 4 Parades 10 am: Baileys Harbor 1:30 pm: Egg Harbor Fireworks Displays July 2 Fish Creek July 3 Egg Harbor
Celebrations July 2, Fish Creek 5-9 pm: Live music from Big Mouth at Clark Park Dusk: Fireworks over the harbor
end of Church Street to County Highway T After the parade: University of Wisconsin Marching Band performs in Harbor View Park
July 3, Egg Harbor 4 pm: Food and refreshments in Harbor View Park 5 pm: Live music by Modern Day Drifters in Harbor View Park Dusk: Fireworks
July 4, Baileys Harbor 7:30 am – 10 am: Baileys Harbor Fire Department pancake breakfast 9 am – 4 pm: Arts, crafts, and food vendors on the town hall front lawn and parking lot 9 am: Beer tent at Kendall Park; Strawberry Fest in the town hall 10 am: 4th of July Parade 11 am – 3 pm: Live music by Suzie and the Detonators at Kendall Park
July 4, Egg Harbor 11 am-afternoon: Refreshments and food in Harbor View Park 1:30 pm: Parade, running south along State Highway 42 from the north
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Dusk: Fireworks July 4, Sturgeon Bay 5 pm: Beverages, food and live music by Glas Hamr at Sunset Park Dusk: Fireworks July 4, Washington Island 7-10 am: Fire department pancake breakfast at the firehouse Dusk: Fireworks at the baseball field July 4, Gills Rock 5 pm: Music and refreshments. 7:30 pm: Boat parade Dusk: Fireworks
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People find spots along the shore for the fireworks at Sunset Park in Sturgeon Bay. REMY CARMICHAEL
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Wishes in Feathers and Stars This feather lists a wish for “Peace, Love, Prosperity.
by DEBRA FITZGERALD debra.fitz@ppulse.com with PHOTOS BY LARRY MOHR larry@ppulse.com
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e all have hopes, wishes and dreams. The Ephraim Historical Foundation wants to know what yours are. Visitors to the Anderson Barn Museum can add their aspirations to a new Wish Wall exhibit, part of a nationwide effort encouraging people to reflect on the future as the United States approaches its 250th anniversary. Designed by Ephraim Historical Foundation Operations Manager L. McMahon, the exhibit features an American eagle perched on an American flag. Visitors write wishes on paper feathers, which are added to the eagle, or on stars that become part of the flag. “Over the years, people from many nations have helped collectively shape our country, and this concept is symbolized by the continual addition of feathers giving shape to the eagle,” McMahon wrote in a creator statement. “There are a million different ways of doing a Wish Wall, and L’s idea for it was incredible with the feathers and stars,” said Executive Director Cody Schreck. “This is fun; I like this a lot.” The Wish Wall Cody Schreck, the Ephraim Historical Foundation’s executive concept originated director, talks about the creation of the Wish Wall. On a star, he wished “For a nation dedicated to caring for each other, and with Made By Us, systems which support vulnerable members of our community a national network encourage education and care for our natural resources.” of museums and history organizations Wisconsin, Ephraim’s is the only one that promotes civic engagement, north of Milwaukee. particularly among the younger Gen Z Rachel Thompson, 23, from the generation. More than 250 Wish Walls Appleton area, is working at the have been created nationwide, with Ephraim Historical Foundation as some 90,000 wishes already posted. a visitor services associate for the Among the dozen or so Wish Walls in summer season. As a member of Gen Z,
Rachel Thompson, 23, from the Appleton area, a seasonal visitor services associate for the Ephraim Historical Foundation, wished on a feather for “More friends and neighbors understanding each other.”
This person wished, in Spanish, for “love and equality.” While some are signing their wishes, there is no need to do so.
she said the exhibit’s hands-on nature resonates with people who have grown up in a digital world. “I think it’s really meaningful to hear the perspective from people of all different ages,” she said. “Just an hour ago, a little girl, who was 8 years old, put a star on there that she wished for more homes for more people. I see elderly people come in; we had a couple talk about putting some Spanish words on there. I just love to see the diversity. It’s so powerful that it’s shared.” Though inspired in part by efforts to engage younger people, the Wish Wall has attracted visitors of all ages. “It’s more of an opportunity for reflection for people at a time when, I would say, the political field in the United States is a little tumultuous right now,” Schreck said. “I think this is an opportunity to reflect on what the initial intention of being American is and how we can carry that forward in a way that’s beneficial for all.” The Wish Wall will remain on display through October. Visitors can also add their wish online at onour250th.org. The Anderson Barn Museum is located at 3060 Anderson Lane in Ephraim. It’s open May 22 through Oct. 12. The Anderson Barn Museum is open Tuesday through Saturday, from 10 am to 4 pm, during the summer. For more information, visit ephraim.org.
4th of July Event Schedule Annual Baileys Harbor Fire Department Pancake Breakfast 7:30am – 10:00am Arts, Crafts, & Food Vendors – Town Hall Front Lawn & Parking Lot 9:00am – 4:00pm Beer Tent – Kendall Park 9:00am
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usicians across the peninsula will set the tone for the Fourth of July celebrations this weekend. Here are just a few of the many shows you can catch at local venues. For a full listing of events, flip over to our calendar, or see it online at doorcountypulse.com/events.
THURSDAY, JULY 2 Big Mouth 5 pm at Clark Park, Fish Creek Classic blues, rock and soul.
FRIDAY, JULY 3 Jeremiah Jams 2-5 pm at One Barrel Brewing Company, 4633 Market St. in Egg Harbor After a psychedelic rock set by Jeremiah Jams, Party Animal takes the stage to present ‘80s throwbacks (5-8 pm).
Suzie and the Detonators 11 am, Kendall Park, Baileys Harbor High-energy, 5-piece party band. Ben Larsen 1-5 pm at Lautenbach’s Winery and Market, 9197 Hwy 42 in Fish Creek This local singersongwriter plays acoustic Americana jams.
Foocoustics 3-6 pm at The Cherry Hut, 8813 Hwy 42 in Fish Creek This tribute band covers songs by Foo Fighters and other ‘90s and ‘00s favorites. Glas Hamr 5 pm at Sunset Park, Sturgeon Bay Classic rock.
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SATURDAY, JULY 4 Fiddler’s Farm Band 7 pm at Fiddler’s Farm, 6951 Cty C in Sturgeon Bay The resident band at this music venue plays a ticketed concert of bluegrass and classic country tunes.
Leah Brooke Conway 9 pm – 12 am at Waterfront Mary’s, 3662 N. Duluth Ave. in Sturgeon Bay This artist from Janesville, Wisconsin plays bluesy, jazzy pop-rock.
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Modern Day Drifters 5 pm at Harbor View Park, Egg Harbor Country and rock favorites.
Luma Knotty 4-7 pm at Thirsty Cow Taphouse, 7899 Cty A in Baileys Harbor This Green Bay band plays funk-a-delic reggae.
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12 to 3 pm at Parallel 44 Winery, 5464 Cty P in Sevastopol From sophisticated jazz to contemporary pop, this ensemble does it all. Billy Dave Sherman 4-6 pm at Twelve Eleven Wine and Provisions, 10339 N. Hwy 57 in Sister Bay This local singer-songwriter plays indie folk with mellifluous vocals.
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Will Kruger 7 pm at Fishstock Concert Barn, 3127 Cty F in Fish Creek This ticketed Fishstock show features a folksy singer-songwriter tribute artist.
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Fourth of July Parades
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ew things bring a community together like a great parade, and few parades are greater than those in Baileys Harbor and Egg Harbor on the Fourth. Baileys Harbor always goes first, and you better set your schedule to find a place to park and stake out your spot in time for the 10 am start (the highway closes at 9 am). There will be a park-and-ride shuttle from the Baileys Harbor Rec Park from 8 am - 6 pm. Once the parade ends, many of the floats trek across the peninsula just in time to join in the Egg Harbor Parade at 1:30 pm. From the first siren to the final lasso, these parades will get you smiling, dancing, and fill your bags with treats!
BAILEYS HARBOR, 10 AM Parade runs on state Highway 57 through town. Parade begins at Summit Road on the south end of town and continues past the Ridges Nature Center.
EGG HARBOR, 1:30 PM Parade runs from on state Highway 42 from the north end of Church Street to County Road T on the south end of the village. The UW Marching Band will perform in Harbor View Park immediately after the parade.
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Veterans march with the flag to lead the Egg Harbor Fourth of July Parade.
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A SWEET TRADITION RETURNS WITH STRAWBERRY FEST The Baileys Harbor Women’s Club will once again host Strawberry Fest, an annual tradition at the Baileys Harbor Fourth of July celebration and the club’s major fundraising project to raise money for outreach and scholarships. The club has been selling strawberries, ice cream and shortcakes since 1987 in the town hall. Club members prepare the strawberries the day before the event, often helped by family and friends, so that they’re ready to start serving at 9 am on the Fourth. Strawberry Fest will run from 9 am until all supplies are gone. Bottled water will also be available.
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