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This Week's Lead Story
Ross Dippel Named Door Shakespeare's Interim Artistic Director - Feb 1, 2012 - 9:00:00 AM
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Ross Dippel.
Ross Dippel has been named by the Door Shakespeare Board of Directors as Interim Artistic Director. Mr. Dippel brings with him many years of classical theatre experience as an actor, director, educator, producer, and professional fight choreographer.  He holds a Bachelor of Science Degree in Theatre Arts from the University of Wisconsin LaCrosse, and a Master of Fine Arts in Classical Theatre from the prestigious Shakespeare Theatre Company’s Academy of Classical Acting at George Washington University in Washington, D.C.  Professional memberships include Actor’s Equity Association and The Society of American Fight Directors.
Letters to the Editor
Proposed Maritime Observation Tower for Sturgeon Bay - Feb 1, 2012 - 8:59:59 AM
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Proposed Maritime Observation Tower.
In light of some of the comments we’ve seen and heard concerning the design of the proposed Maritime Observation Tower, I thought it might be beneficial to offer some additional background information. First and foremost, the Maritime Museum desires the design to be both striking and blend architecturally with the maritime appearance of the existing building. The design is intended to remind the visitor/viewer of several historic tower structures prevalent on the Great Lakes and important to the maritime heritage and history of the area. It will incorporate architectural elements found in maritime signal towers, lighthouses, and the watch towers integral to the life-saving stations that dotted the shoreline.
Features : Sturgeon Bay
Bay Ship's Caldwell to Present Program on Yard Activity - Feb 1, 2012 - 8:46:12 AM
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Vessel bound for Bay Ship coming in to Sturgeon Bay on January 31. Photo courtesy Brian Forest.
The Door County Maritime Museum’s Speaker Series continues on Thursday, Feb. 2, with a topic that is always of interest to Door County residents and particularly those in the Sturgeon Bay area.

 
Gene Caldwell, Vice President and General Manager of Bay Shipbuilding Co., will present a program on current activities at the Sturgeon Bay shipyard beginning at 7 p.m. at the Sturgeon Bay museum.
Features : Festivals, Fairs, & Parades
Beat the Winter Blues with Fun, Food, & Wine - Feb 1, 2012 - 8:45:26 AM
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Saturday, February 4.
Discover the fun of winter at Lautenbach's Orchard Country Winery & Market on Saturday, February 4th from 10 am - 5pm.

The winery and market’s 7th Annual Winter Wine and Cherry Fest will include wine and product tasting featuring the popular tart Montmorency cherry in celebration of National Cherry Month; plus an assortment of food and bakery items to purchase.

The popular winter festival highlights the annual Cherry Pit Spit Competition. The contest begins at 1:30 pm, is open to all ages, and awards prizes to the winner in each category.
My Door County : Remember When
And On Sunday They Rested - Feb 1, 2012 - 8:41:26 AM
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Vintage Postcard, Sturgeon Bay Lifesaving Station.
Crews on the Great Lakes stations consisted of a keeper and eight surfmen. The surfmen were ranked based on their experience and ability, with the number one surfman being the most senior; he filled in for the keeper when he was away from the station. These positions also indicated where they sat in the boat as it went out to rescue and which side of the beach apparatus they stood (odd on the left, even on the right).

The station ran in an organized and efficient manner, with frequent visits from USLSS inspectors to assure perfection. One of the keeper’s responsibilities was training the crew.

Features : Around The County
Art & Soul Weekend … Let the Wonder Begin - Feb 1, 2012 - 8:39:52 AM
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Get creative.
The snow is snowing, the wind is blowing, but three Door County women, local business owners, have a prescription for curing the winter blues … a special get-away weekend for women only.   Art & Soul Weekend, February 17 - 19, will feature fragrant treats, visual delights, tantalizing edibles, and personal pampering.

Embracing Door County’s quiet season with enthusiasm, Angie McMahon of Viva la Cottage, The Spa at Sacred Grounds’ Diane Ludwigsen, and Pipka Ulviden of Pipka’s of Door County, have planned a weekend that guarantees memory-making moments.  From a private champagne and appetizer welcome, to a candlelight dinner, guests will savor the personal attention of the peninsula’s best and brightest.
Door County Arts : Music
Hans Christian Concert at Third Avenue Playhouse to Benefit United Way - Feb 1, 2012 - 8:36:45 AM
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Hans Christian to perform February 14.
Third Avenue Playhouse is launching a new series called Tuesdays at TAP. Every Tuesday there will be a concert at TAP to benefit a local nonprofit.  This series starts on February 14th and the featured nonprofit is United Way of Door County.

The concert starts at 7:30 pm.  The artist is Hans Christian.  Hans Christian’s unmistakable cello playing moves the listener with a haunting beauty, and his use of various ethnic string instruments expresses a universal musical language that transcends boundaries, cultures, and generations. This concert is a kick-off to
appearances around the world.
Door County Arts : Music
Annual Crowd Favorite “Door County Idol” Returns to Auditorium - Feb 1, 2012 - 8:34:40 AM
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Trevor Hietpas. Photo courtesy Nathaniel Perry.
On Saturday, February 11, at 7 p.m., six Door County teens will compete for the title of 2012 Door County Idol. This highly anticipated annual event serves as both a vibrant community gathering and as a celebration of Door County’s abundant homegrown talent.

From dozens of auditioning students, Door County Idol screeners have chosen six finalists for this year’s competition.
Features : Sturgeon Bay
Sturgeon Bay First Fridays – February 3, 2012 - Feb 1, 2012 - 8:23:02 AM
 
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Downtown Sturgeon Bay is the place to be on Friday evenings.
First Friday in Sturgeon Bay is off to a great start! More than 20  businesses participated in the inaugural event on January 6th. The next event is scheduled for Friday, February 3rd and will highlight the Wellness Center of Door County.

Local businesses will have expanded hours with some of them open until 8:00pm. Refreshments at many of the participating businesses and live entertainment will help make the evening festive. And while you are out and about, don’t forget to enjoy the fare of our wonderful downtown restaurants.
This Week's Lead Story
Sister Bay - A Proud Heritage - Jan 18, 2012 - 9:00:00 AM

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Old Anderson House Museum.
Sister Bay's first settlers were Scandinavians who immigrated to the area in 1757. It became an incorporated village in April of 1912. The village was named after the Sister Islands which lie at the entrance to the harbor. 

Ironically, 1912 was a tragic year for the little village. There was a drought which caused crop failures and a hail storm in which fowl from the Koessl farm totally disappeared. In addition, grasshoppers came and destroyed everything in sight before leaving, and the fire of 1912 destroyed six downtown buildings - four stores, a large hotel, and a home. The buildings (which were where Husby's and the Sister Bay Bowl are today) and the general store (which housed the post office) were burned to the ground.

Door County Arts : Theater and Film
Peninsula Players Reading of The Heart is a Lonely Hunter - Jan 18, 2012 - 8:58:41 AM
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Anya Kopischke.
Peninsula Players will present a reading of Rebecca Gilman’s stage adaptation of Carson McCullers’ “The Heart is a Lonely Hunter” Monday, January 30 at Björklunden at 7 p.m.  Produced in coordination with Door County Reads and its exploration of the novel, the reading will feature Players actors Lili-Anne Brown, Anya Kopischke, Osiris Khepera and Alan Kopischke, as well as local actors Mark Moede, Hervy Hodges, Chad Luberger, David Maier, Amy Ensign and Brandon Bogenschütz.  Signing actor Robert Schlieffer will portray the pivotal role of the mute John Singer.   Players Artistic Director Greg Vinkler and Players Development Director Alan Kopischke are directing the reading.
Features : Around The County
2012 Official Door County Visitor Guide Now Available - Jan 18, 2012 - 8:58:00 AM
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The Door County Visitor Bureau (DCVB), the tourism marketing organization for Door County, announced today that the 2012 Official Door County Visitor Guide is now available.
 
The popular free travel guide for one of the Midwest’s premier travel destinations features a wide variety of content about visiting Door County.  A primary emphasis on photography again highlights the scenic and breathtaking beauty of the area throughout the 2012 guide.

Door County Arts : Music
Seth Raddatz Headlines Door Community Auditorium Weekend Lineup - Jan 18, 2012 - 8:57:07 AM
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Seth Raddatz.
Door Community Auditorium’s popular winter event series is well underway and will continue this weekend with an intimate fireside concert on Saturday evening by popular local singer-songwriter Seth Raddatz, as well as a free movie showing on Friday night and a lecture about the U.S. educational system on Saturday morning.

Seth Raddatz will play in the DCA fireside lobby at 7 p.m. on Saturday, January 28. Door County audiences may recognize Seth Raddatz as the son of veteran local folksinger Mark Raddatz, but after writing and performing in Door County for several years, Seth has developed his own reputation and following on the peninsula.
Door County Arts : Music
Peninsula Music Festival Announces February Fest - Jan 18, 2012 - 8:45:58 AM
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Katie Wychulis.
The Peninsula Music Festival will present its annual chamber music series, February Fest, on Saturday, February 11 and Friday, February 17. The chamber music series was started to feature PMF orchestra musicians during the off season to highlight the depth of the talent in the Festival Orchestra as well as make concerts available to the local community during a quieter time on the Peninsula. The February Fest is made possible thanks to sponsorships from Doug Peterson and Joan E. Mills, Gen Follingstad, and the Peninsula Music Festival Sustaining Committee.
Features : Ephraim
Peninsula State Park Earns Bird City Recognition - Jan 18, 2012 - 8:45:21 AM
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Bonaparte Gull.
Peninsula State Park has gone to the birds. The park teamed up with the Village of Ephraim to earn Bird City recognition. It’s the first time a Wisconsin state park has done so.

The Bird City status recognizes the importance of Peninsula and Ephraim as a migration corridor, as Wisconsin Great Birding Trail destinations, and as places attractive to eco-tourists.

"The people who fought to establish Peninsula knew it was an irreplaceable landscape," said Peninsula Naturalist Kathleen Harris, who worked on the Bird City application with the Ephraim Business Council's Tourism Administrator Rachel Willems and Ephraim Trustee Steve Sauter. "Some of those people were Ephraim residents and along the way they set aside wonderful gems in their own village."

Door County Arts : Galleries and Artists
Fish Creek Shop Offers Large Selection of Bustamante Jewelry - Jan 18, 2012 - 8:39:29 AM
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Santa Fe Shop, Fish Creek.
Jewelry and home décor are distinctive ways to show off your personality and appreciate different cultures. The Santa Fe Shop in Fish Creek, Wis. offers a wide variety of items from around the world. The shop features several spectacular artists, but carries the largest selection of Sergio Bustamante jewelry in the United States and Canada.

Internationally recognized in the world of creative arts and crafts, Bustamante is especially known for his gold and silver jewelry, as well as his sculptures. His work encompasses a variety of art forms, including resin, ceramics and bronze.
Door County Non-Profit Organization News
Low Numbers are Positive for Local Animal Shelter - Jan 18, 2012 - 8:30:27 AM
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Jed, a redtick coonhound who went to his forever home in 2011.
The 2011 numbers are in for the Door County Humane Society, and they are down. Most businesses would not find that a reason for celebration, but DCHS Executive Director Carrie Counihan is delighted.  “We experienced a 10% drop in the number of animals that came into our shelter.  From a record high in 2010 of 735 cats and dogs, we dropped to 664 animals last year.  Spay & neuter efforts and education on keeping pets safe may be having the desired effect.”
Features : Fish Creek
Katie Dahl Concert, Lecture on Biblical Scholarship, and Super 8 Screening at Door Community Auditorium - Jan 18, 2012 - 8:29:43 AM
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Katie Dahl.
On January 20 and 21, Door Community Auditorium will provide the second installment of its 2012 lecture, concert, and movie screening series. After a Friday evening showing of the hit film Super 8, DCA will present a Saturday morning lecture about academic biblical interpretation and a Saturday evening concert by well-known local folksinger Katie Dahl.

Katie Dahl will play as part of DCA’s Coffehouse Concert series at 7 p.m. on Saturday, January 21, having played to a sellout crowd at the DCA in 2010. Known for the easy humor of her live performances, the depth and power of her alto voice, and the poignant candor of her original music, Dahl has gained a strong reputation in Door County from her solo shows as well as her work with American Folklore Theatre and Door Shakespeare.
She tours nationally on a regular basis and has shared the stage with such respected songwriters as Julie Gold and Dar Williams.
Door County Non-Profit Organization News
Public Invited to Enjoy SOUP! at Peninsula School of Art on February 4 - Jan 18, 2012 - 8:22:59 AM
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Soup!
Peninsula School of Art, 3900 County Road F, Fish Creek, invites the public to the take part in the festive culmination of its three-month SOUP! Project on Saturday, February 4, from 11am-3pm. During the event, handcrafted ceramic bowls are for sale and those who make a purchase can partake in a complementary, bountiful hot soup-and-bread buffet. As in past years, community-created bowls are $15 each, with "premium" bowl designs crated by area professional potters priced at $40.
 
In its sixth year, SOUP! is a community-wide effort, with over 450 school children and about 100 adults creating and decorating ceramic bowls. Area restaurants and individuals donate soup, bread and desserts for the buffet, with other volunteers staffing the soup line, dining room and the School's classrooms where bowls are sold.
This Week's Lead Story
Holiday Music Motel's WRiTERS' NiGHT a Haven of Creativity in Sturgeon Bay - Jan 4, 2012 - 9:00:00 AM
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When it comes to finding a fun and supportive place for impromptu performances of the latest song, poem, or comedy sketch you've either just written or had laying in a drawer for thirty years, all roads lead to Sturgeon Bay. And we're not talking just locals. WRiTERS' NiGHT at the Holiday Music Motel in downtown Sturgeon Bay is an open mic opportunity for songwriters, poets, playwrights, storytellers, authors, comedians, and so forth. Visitors from all over the country and even the world have stopped in to participate or just hang out.

The gathering happens almost every Thursday evening of the year from 7:00 - 9:00 pm in the cozy lobby of this musician-owned lodging establishment, a charming retro motel reminiscent of the 1950s; in fact, it was a landmark place to stay in the area back in that day, and has been totally restored to that look and feel as a friendly "Mom & Pop" type place.
Door County Non-Profit Organization News
United Way News - Jan 4, 2012 - 8:45:18 AM

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David Tauber, Jr. and Rebecca Fredrickson.
Sturgeon Bay High School Student Council raises money for United Way of Door County

 

On Thursday, December 22, the students at Sturgeon Bay High School participated in a Talent Show.  Prior to having the Talent Show the Student Council was required to raise money to support local charities.  This year one of the charities that the Student Council choice to support is United Way of Door County.  Pictured are David Tauber, Jr. and Rebecca Fredrickson with a check for $600 for United Way.  David and Rebecca are students at Sturgeon Bay High School and members of the United Way of Door County Board of Directors.


Door County Non-Profit Organization News
Repowering the Tregurtha is Topic of Door County Maritime Museum's January Event - Jan 4, 2012 - 8:45:00 AM
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M/V Paul R. Tregurtha
The Door County Maritime Museum’s Speaker Series resumes after the holidays with a program literally and figuratively geared towards the big ships that ply the Great Lakes and what makes them go.

Ken Westcar will recount the repowering of the 1,000-ft. self-unloader Paul R. Tregurtha at Bay Shipbuilding on Thursday, Jan. 5, at 7 p.m. at the Sturgeon Bay museum.

“The program will discuss how local expertise and an unwavering commitment to quality provided the vessel owners with a renewed asset that left the Sturgeon Bay yard on-time and on-budget and has since completed two full operating seasons with zero downtime while setting a precedent for future ship repowers in Sturgeon Bay,” explained Westcar.
Door County Non-Profit Organization News
$20.12 Cat Adoption Fee Announced by Humane Society - Jan 4, 2012 - 8:44:12 AM
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Mitty.
What better way to begin a new year than with a cat companion?  To encourage an adoption decision, the Door County Humane Society is dropping the cat adoption fee to an historic low of $20.12 for the month of January 2012.  Carrie Counihan explained, “We’ve resolved to find homes for a significant number of the 110 cats at the shelter. Sometimes an extra little incentive is all that’s needed for a family to make the adoption decision.  We’re trying something new by cutting the cat adoption cost by more than 75%.”
Door County Arts : Music
Peninsula Music Festival Names Concertmaster - Jan 4, 2012 - 8:42:14 AM
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Igor Yuzefovich
At the final concert of the Peninsula Music Festival’s August 2011 season, Music Director and Conductor Victor Yampolsky announced the new concertmaster of the Festival Orchestra. Igor Yuzefovich will take over the duties effective with the 60th Anniversary Season in August of 2012.

The Festival held auditions for the chair over a two-year period of time seeing five different candidates. Each violinist led the orchestra for one week of the August season and was also a featured soloist.
Features : Egg Harbor
Children Definitely Welcomed at Shipwrecked Microbrewery - Jan 4, 2012 - 8:27:53 AM
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A blessed event at Shipwrecked!
Many business owners strive to find dedicated employees, especially in areas like Door County where seasonality can be a struggle at times. This past Thursday, Joe Smith, General Manager for Door County's Only Microbrewery in Egg Harbor, received a phone call while away from the pub.

Unlike other calls from the restaurant that might inquire about where-to-find-this and how-to-treat-that, this call was quite unique. It was Amanda Stout, Assistant Manager and expectant mother, calling from work, simply letting him know that "it was time" and that he should plan to come in. As Smith recalls, the time of the call on his cell phone was 8:39 p.m.
Door County Arts : Music
DCA Weekend Lineup: Highland Road Concert, Supreme Court Lecture, and Moneyball Screening - Jan 4, 2012 - 8:27:11 AM
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Andy, Tad, Tony, and Rick of "Highland Road".
On January 13 and 14, Door Community Auditorium will begin the new year with a bang, by kicking off its 2012 lecture, concert, and movie screening series. After a Friday evening showing of Brad Pitt’s hit movie Moneyball, DCA will present a Saturday morning lecture about the Supreme Court and a Saturday evening concert by popular local bluegrass band Highland Road.

Highland Road will kick off DCA’s Coffeehouse Concert series at 7 p.m. on Saturday, January 14. Highland Road are familiar favorites in the DCA Coffeehouse series, having played to sold-out houses in both 2009 and 2010.
Features : Around The County
Five Secrets Of Highly Optimistic Americans - Jan 4, 2012 - 8:27:00 AM
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"Take greater control over your life."
Do you want to start the New Year with a renewed sense of optimism?   Do optimistic people think or behave differently?   

A new study recently uncovered the secrets of optimistic people who feel in control of their lives.   

One key to achieving optimism and lowering stress levels is to find ways to take greater control over your life, say researchers.

Sixty-six percent of Americans now say they feel in control of their lives, and their lives are headed in the right direction, according to Lincoln Financial Group’s “MOOD of America” study. 
Door County Non-Profit Organization News
Door Kewaunee Business & Education Partnership to Present "Minute-To-Win-It" Fundraising Event - Jan 4, 2012 - 8:18:15 AM
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The Door Kewaunee Business & Education Partnership (DKBEP) is holding its 2nd annual fundraising event to support youth programs for the 2012 year.  A local spin on a popular reality game show, Minute-To-Win-It is coming to Kewaunee!  The event will be held on Friday, January 27th at 7:30 p.m. at CJ's Banquet Hall in Kewaunee.  Admission for the event is $10 in advance or $15 at the door.  Advanced team registration is $120.
 
Teams of 6 will be required to compete in 60 second challenges using everyday household items.
Features : Festivals, Fairs, & Parades
Jacksonport Polar Bear Club Prepares for 26th Annual Swim - Dec 25, 2011 - 9:19:43 AM
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Are you Plunging?
The Jacksonport Polar Bear Club is preparing to take their annual plunge into Lake Michigan for the 26th time at 12 Noon CST on Sunday January 1, 2012.

For the past twenty-five years the Jacksonport Polar Bear Club has celebrated the New Year by going for an icy dip into Lake Michigan at Lakeside Park in Jacksonport along Door County Wisconsin’s eastern coast.  An estimated 600-800 swimmers are expected to take the plunge during the group’s 26th annual event, which puts this polar bear swim among the largest in the country.
Features : Fish Creek
Door Community Auditorium Announces Winter Season - Dec 21, 2011 - 8:59:58 AM
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Your ticket to local entertainment!
This winter, the Door Community Auditorium presents a series of events sure to stimulate the mind, the heart and the funny bone. Comprised of coffeehouse concerts, free lectures, complimentary film screenings, and the perennially popular Door County Idol, the Auditorium’s diverse winter lineup brings a great depth of musical, intellectual, and cultural enrichment to Fish Creek and Door County.

On the Mainstage
The winter season consists of three mainstage presentations.  On December 30, Wagner-Guthrie Entertainment presents crooner Steve March Tormé (son of the legendary Mel Tormé).  Steve March Tormé is known for wowing audiences with his delivery of jazz standards, Broadway favorites, and original songs. On February 4, DCA partners with Peninsula Players and Fish Creek Winter Fest to present Baby Wants Candy, an entirely improvised and hysterical 60-minute musical. And, on February 11, teens from across the Door Peninsula compete for the title of 2012 Door County Idol.
Features : Ellison Bay
Ring in 2012 With Door County Humane Society's "Brunchin' at the Basin" - Dec 21, 2011 - 8:53:33 AM
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Brunchin' at the Basin.
Celebrate the start of the new year while contributing to a great cause! From 9:00 am until noon on New Year’s Day, the Door County Humane Society is inviting area residents and visitors to kick off 2012 with a hearty breakfast feast at Ellison Bay’s popular Mink River Basin.

The big screen TVs will be on so you won't miss the big game or pre-game show as the Packers go after the Lions! Humane Society merchandise will be available for purchase.
Features : Around The County
Give The Gift of Door County - Dec 21, 2011 - 8:52:27 AM
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Door County Gift Certificates make a great Christmas present!
Looking for a last minute stocking stuffer or holiday gift idea?  Look no further than Door County Gift Certificates as the perfect gift for friends, family, colleagues, bosses or that special person you know that just can’t get enough of Door County.
 
Door County Gift Certificates are available in denominations of $10, $25 and $50 and are redeemable at most Door County businesses.  They can be purchased by cash, check or credit card in person at the Door County Visitor Bureau Welcome Center (1015 Green Bay Road, Sturgeon Bay), by phone at 800-527-3529 or online at DoorCounty.com.
Door County Arts : Theater and Film
Door Shakespeare Founders Suzanne Graff and Jerry Gomis Leave Company - Dec 21, 2011 - 8:36:13 AM
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Jerry Gomis.
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Suzanne Graff.
Suzanne Graff and Jerry Gomis have been the life blood of Door Shakespeare for 13 seasons. The Board of Directors thanks Suzanne and Jerry for their years of commitment in developing Door Shakespeare to one of the artistic gems in Door County.
 
With the departure of Suzanne and Jerry, the Board is committed to continuing the quality entertainment that our patrons have come to expect.

Ryan Schabach, an actor and director for Door Shakespeare and other national theaters, has agreed to assist the Board with its immediate need of interim artistic leadership while we engage a search committee to fill these leadership roles.
Features : Egg Harbor
Egg Harbor Marina Named Wisconsin’s Newest Clean Marina - Dec 21, 2011 - 8:35:08 AM

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Egg Harbor Marina.
Egg Harbor Marina is Wisconsin’s newest Clean Marina recognized by the Wisconsin Marina Association.

The newly renovated $6 million municipal harbor of refuge was honored on December 6th for their commitment to protecting water quality by adopting best management practices for their facility (BMPs). The marina includes a state-of-the-art green infrastructure that manages stormwater and an 800 ft. breakwater that offers scenic views of the lake.

“This award means the Egg Harbor Marina is using good management practices, sustaining our livelihood, and preserving the waters for future generations,” said Nicole Krauel, the village’s assistant harbor master.

In only 18 months, Wisconsin has recognized 17 other marinas with the Clean Marina certification.

Features : Around The County
Protect Your Eyes From The Winter Sun - Dec 21, 2011 - 8:23:07 AM
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(c) Courtesy of Nike Vision.
Just because it isn’t summer doesn’t mean you should put away those sunglasses.  

"Most people think sunglasses are just for the bright summer sun, but damaging ultraviolet (UV) rays are present year-round," says Dr. Jenna Lewis, an optometrist with VSP Vision Care, the largest not-for-profit  vision benefits company in the United States. “In fact, the sun sits lower in the sky during winter, providing more exposure.” 
Features : Sturgeon Bay
Door County Habitat for Humanity To Dedicate Its 33rd Home - Dec 21, 2011 - 8:22:54 AM
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Latest Door County Habitat home completed.
Habitat for Humanity plans to ceremonially dedicate its 33rd home in Door County with a celebration set for 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday, December 21st at 229 East Leeward Street in Sturgeon Bay.  The family, community leaders, Habitat staff and volunteers will gather to commemorate the completion of Door County Habitat for Humanity’s final house of the 2011 construction season.  “We are thrilled that we could complete this project in time for the family to celebrate Christmas in its new home” said Rick Nelson, Executive Director of Habitat’s Door County affiliate.  The public is invited to attend the ceremony, speak with the family and tour the home.
Features : Around The County
Door County Visitor Bureau Launches Mitten Collection Campaign - Dec 21, 2011 - 8:20:34 AM
 
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"Mittengate" results in fun campaign.
Wisconsin’s “thumb” is lending a helping hand this winter by getting involved in the Great Lakes Mitten Campaign.  The Door County Visitor Bureau (DCVB) would like to invite the public to donate new or gently used mittens now through January 15th.  Donated mittens may be dropped off at the Door County Welcome Center, 1015 Green Bay Road (Hwy 42/57) in Sturgeon Bay. The mittens will then be donated to local charities.
 
Features : Around The County
New Year’s Resolution: Make Time For Family Travel - Dec 21, 2011 - 8:13:37 AM
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Take a family vacation!
Losing weight, quitting bad habits and getting out of debt are all great New Year’s resolutions to make, but they are also all difficult to keep. A study from Quirkology, a psychology research team, indicates that of those who make New Year’s Resolutions, only 12 percent actually achieve their goal.  

So if you want to feel a sense of accomplishment this year, why not include at least one self-improvement initiative not rooted in restriction. This year resolve to broaden your horizons and spend quality time with your family by taking a vacation together.
This Week's Lead Story
Planning Your Winter Visit to Door County - Dec 7, 2011 - 9:00:00 AM
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The Eagle Bluff Room at Door County Lighthouse Inn.
Quiet. That's what you'll find here on the Door Peninsula during the winter months ... the "off-season". Unlike the busy summer and fall months, you won't find crowds or waiting lines at the eateries. In fact, after the sun sets, you will probably notice that the sidewalks are rolled up and vehicles disappear from village streets and even highways. It's charming.

You're up for a getaway, with no kids or mother-in-laws. It's just you and quite possibly your significant other. Where to stay? Where to eat? What to do that is fun and might result in a special purchase by which to remember the time you had here? Let's get started.

Features : Sturgeon Bay
Rotary Interact Club Youth To Hold Spaghetti Dinner Benefit - Dec 7, 2011 - 8:59:48 AM
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Rotary Interact Club of Door County.
The Rotary Interact Club in Sturgeon Bay is holding a spaghetti dinner December 10 to support their global service project, MAP International. This project will help send doctors, medicine, and supplies to third world countries in an effort to promote health care.

The dinner is December 10 at Bayview Lutheran Church, 340 West Maple St., in Sturgeon Bay, and will have three different serving times - 6:15, 7:00, and 7:15 p.m. It would help if those planning to attend made reservations, but walk-ins are welcome.
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