ELI MATTSON IN CONCERT
Location: Door Community Auditorium
From:5/1/2009 To 5/2/2009
8pm. Eli Mattson, Door County’s own piano man is appearing in concert at
the Door Community Auditorium. The runner-up of the 3rd America’s Got
Talent competition, Eli has captured the hearts of fans with his unique
vocal and performance style. Passionate and dynamic, Eli embraces every
song with emotion. Tickets are $26, $22 and $18, available at the DCA
box office, by phone or at www.dcauditorium.org. 920-868-2728. |
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FESTIVAL OF BLOSSOMS
Location: Countywide
From:5/1/2009 To 5/31/2009
Month-long celebration of Spring. See our beautiful blooming flowers,
gardens, woods and orchards. Special events include self-guided tours,
and community celebrations with arts and crafts, food and music. For
information call 1-800-52-RELAX. |
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GROOVIN’ SISTERHOOD WEEKEND
Location: Sturgeon Bay
From:5/1/2009 To 5/3/2009
Groovin’ Sisterhood Weekend - Diva Las Vegas. A weekend event that
caters to women; embracing life, love and laughter through shopping,
sharing and indulging. Registration and information 800-301-6695. |
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SEGWAY PT TOUR THROUGH PENINSULA STATE PARK
Location: Peninsula State Park
From:5/1/2009 To 10/30/2009
9am-5pm daily. Looking for a unique way to see the sights of Door
County? How about on the two wheels of a Segway Personal Transporter?
After a half hour training on the Segway PT, we will glide up and down
hills through Peninsula State Park for about 1 1/2 hours. If you keep
your eyes open, you are likely to spot deer or other wildlife. The views
overlooking the bay are simply breathtaking. Pre-regstration required.
Cost: $74-89. 920-376-0256. |
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CREATE A SUCCULENT GARDEN
Location: Briggsville Gardens
From:5/2/2009 To 5/2/2009
10am-12pm. Create a succulent garden. Bring your own container or
purchase a container from our garden center. Our favorite container is
old work boots, or shoes. We will assist in your plantings. These are
hardy perennials and are able to withstand winters with proper care.
Cost: $10 (workshop, potting soil, fertilizer). 920-743-1246. |
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SHIPYARD TOURS
Location: Three Sturgeon Bay Shipyards
From:5/2/2009 To 5/2/2009
9am-2pm. Tour and view the current projects of three shipyards: Bay
Ship, Palmer Johnson and Great Lakes Yacht Services. Tickets available
at the shipyard entry gates on the day of the event. For information
call 920-746-8460. |
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DOOR COUNTY HALF-MARATHON
Location: Peninsula State Park
From:5/2/2009 To 5/2/2009
Second Annual Door County Half-Marathon. Race starts at 10am on a paved
surface within the park. All finishers will receive a t-shirt,
finisher�s medal, food and drink at the finish line. Awards will be
presented to the top male and female runners, top male and female master
runners and the top three finishers in each age group. For information
visit www.doorcountyhalfmarathon.com. |
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NICOLET BAY 5K FUN RUN/WALK
Location: Peninsula State Park
From:5/2/2009 To 5/2/2009
Nicolet Bay 5K Fun Run/Walk begins at 10:30am just after the start of
the half marathon. Race starts near the beach and participants follow
the out and back course. Walkers are welcome to participate in the 5K.
All finishers will receive a t-shirt, as well as food and drink at the
finish line. Awards will be presented to the top three male and female
finishers and door prizes will be given out. For information visit
www.doorcountyhalfmarathon.com. |
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CREATE YOUR OWN HANGING BASKET
Location: Briggsville Gardens
From:5/2/2009 To 5/2/2009
1pm-3pm. Just in time for Mother�s Day! This hands on workshop will
direct you indelecting the correct plants for your special hanging
basket. Our staff wll assist you in a creative design. Roam through our
greenhouses and choose the your plants. Bring your own basket, or
purchase a basket from our assortment. Cost: $10 (workshop, potting
soil, fertilizer and planter care until May 25th). 920-743-1246. |
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PROGRESSIVE DINNER TROLLEY OUTING
Location: Pick up at Orchard Country Winery
From:5/2/2009 To 5/2/2009
Trolley guests will experience unique stops for hors d’oeuvres/cocktails
at a surprise location, an elegant dinner at The Inn at Kristofer’s and
a decadent dessert at a romantic inn. Selected Saturdays only January
through May. $73 per person. Pick up at 5pm at Orchard Country Winery
(1/2 mile south of Fish Creek on Hwy. 42.) Call 920-868-1100 for
details/reservations. |
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DINING AROUND THE DOOR
Location: Gordon Lodge
From:5/3/2009 To 5/3/2009
5:30pm. Enjoy samplings from some of Door County’s finest restaurants
while taking in the beauty of the recently renovated Gordon Lodge and
bidding on fabulous silent auction items. All proceeds benefit the Door
County YMCA Strong Kids Campaign. Tickets can be purchased at either
Door County YMCA Program Center or online at www.doorcountymca.org. |
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BLOSSOM FESTIVAL
Location: Downtown Sister Bay
From:5/9/2009 To 5/9/2009
Maypole raising, Norwegian dancers, Children’s parade with Boy Scout
Color Guard and Junior High School band, judging and awarding of parade
prizes in Beach Park. For information call 920-854-2812 (June-Oct),
920-854-4878 (Nov-May). |
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PROGRESSIVE DINNER TROLLEY OUTING
Location: Pick up at Orchard Country Winery
From:5/9/2009 To 5/9/2009
Trolley guests will experience unique stops for hors d’oeuvres/cocktails
at a surprise location, an elegant dinner at The Inn at Kristofer’s and
a decadent dessert at a romantic inn. Selected Saturdays only January
through May. $73 per person. Pick up at 5pm at Orchard Country Winery
(1/2 mile south of Fish Creek on Hwy. 42.) Call 920-868-1100 for
details/reservations. |
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CONCERT: PENINSULA CHAMBER SINGERS
Location: United Methodist Church
From:5/9/2009 To 5/9/2009
7pm. How Can I Keep From Singing is the Peninsula Chamber Singers 32nd
annual spring concert. In celebration of the joys of spring, the 65
member choral group will perform a variety of music including Requiem,
composed by Dr. John Leavitt. Artistic director Merle Colburn will
conduct; accompanists are Kathryn Colburn and Katie Swender. A free will
offering will be appreciated. 920-746-8920. |
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BLOSSOM RUN
Location: Egg Harbor Public Dock
From:5/9/2009 To 5/9/2009
7am registration, 8:30am start. Don’t misss the Annual YMCA Blossom Run
held in Egg Harbor. This low key, fun, family oriented event has a 5
mile run, a 2 mile walk-run and a 1 mile youth run. Door prizes and
great camaraderie make this a great way to kick off the summer outdoor
season! Registration forms available online and at the Door County YMCA
Program Centers. 920-743-4949. |
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CONCERT: PENINSULA CHAMBER SINGERS
Location: Door Community Auditorium
From:5/10/2009 To 5/10/2009
2pm. How Can I Keep From Singing is the Peninsula Chamber Singers 32nd
annual spring concert. In celebration of the joys of spring, the 65
member choral group will perform a variety of music including Requiem,
composed by Dr. John Leavitt. Artistic director Merle Colburn will
conduct; accompanists are Kathryn Colburn and Katie Swender. A free will
offering will be appreciated. 920-868-2728. |
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GIRLFRIENDS GREAT EGGSCAPE
Location: Landmark Resort and throughout Egg Harbor
From:5/14/2009 To 5/17/2009
Girlfriends Great Eggscape offers a great opportunity to bond with your
girlfriends. Activities range from a wine and cheese reception to
karaoke, yoga, bonfire and fashion show. Enjoy shopping, free trolley,
art crawl, live music, seminars and much more. The majority of
activities are on Friday night and Saturday. Registration fee includes
Sat. luncheon and Sun. brunch, gift bag, raffle tickets, assorted
goodies, and Friday night wine and cheese reception. Cost $59.
920-868-3205. |
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COMEDY CLUB
Location: Carrington Pub & Grill at the Landmark Resort
From:5/14/2009 To 5/14/2009
6:30pm buffet, 8pm performance. Gerry Grossman is the featured comedian.
Gerry does not merely sing to his audience, he captivates them, snatches
them from their seats and electrifies them with the total experience of
his show. $20 for dinner and show. For more information call
920-868-3205. |
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ISADOORA THEATRE PRESENT: WIT
Location: Ephraim Village Hall
From:5/14/2009 To 5/17/2009
Thurs.-Sat. 7:30pm, Sun. 2pm.Winner fo the 1999 Pulitzer Prize for
Drama. In her extraorinary first play, Margaret Edson has vreated a work
that is as intellectually challenging as it is emotionally immediate.
920-493-3667. |
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STURGEON BAY OPEN BASS TOURNAMENT
Location: Sawyer Harbor
From:5/15/2009 To 5/17/2009
19th Annual Open Bass Tournament starts on Friday. Dock dance 2pm-6pm
Saturday in the pavilion at Sawyer Harbor. Prizes awarded after 4pm on
Sunday. For information call: 920-743-8183 or visit www.sbobt.org. |
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PROGRESSIVE DINNER TROLLEY OUTING
Location: Pick up at Orchard Country Winery
From:5/16/2009 To 5/16/2009
Trolley guests will experience unique stops for hors d’oeuvres/cocktails
at a surprise location, an elegant dinner at The Inn at Kristofer’s and
a decadent dessert at a romantic inn. Selected Saturdays only January
through May. $73 per person. Pick up at 5pm at Orchard Country Winery
(1/2 mile south of Fish Creek on Hwy. 42.) Call 920-868-1100 for
details/reservations. |
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PRO ARTE QUARTET IN CONCERT
Location: Ephraim Moravian Church
From:5/16/2009 To 5/16/2009
7:30pm. Midsummer’s Music presents the world renowned Pro Arte Quartet
featuring violinists David Perry and Suzanne Beia; violist Sally Chisolm
and cellist Parry Kap. The quartet promotes an exciting balance of old
and new repertoire, and forges a passionate connection with audiences of
diverse backgrounds. Tickets are $25 for adults, youth 17 and under are
free. 920-854-7088. |
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CELEBRATE BAILEYS HARBOR
Location: Throughout the Town
From:5/16/2009 To 5/16/2009
A new event in Baileys Harbor. We are embracing, collecting, and
celebrating the rich history of Baileys Harbor. There will be events
going on throughout the town, The Scottie Dog Parade and much more.
Details will be posted as they become finalized. |
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CREATE YOUR OWN CONTAINER VEGETABLE GARDEN
Location: Briggsville Gardens
From:5/16/2009 To 5/16/2009
10am-2pm. Create your own live salsa bowl with tomates, peppers, and
onions. Or create a container with the vegetables that fit your needs.
Enjoy this fun class and learn how to grow blue ribbon tasting
vegetables. Bring your own container or buy one in our garden center.
Cost: $10 (workshop, potting soil, fertilizer and planter care until May
25th). |
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DOOR COUNTY SCOTTIE DOG RALLY
Location: Downtown Baileys Harbor
From:5/16/2009 To 5/16/2009
Ninth Annual Scottie Dog Rally. Parade of the Scotties and a silent
auction. Parade takes place at the Town Hall at 11:30am. For information
call: 920-839-2982 or visit www.doorcountyscottierally.com. |
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SPRING ARTS & CRAFTS FAIR
Location: Downtown Baileys Harbor
From:5/16/2009 To 5/16/2009
Spring Arts & Crafts Fair on the front lawn of the Town Hall.
920-839-2366. |
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VILLAGE WIDE RUMMAGE SALE
Location: Throughout Sister Bay
From:5/16/2009 To 5/16/2009
Individual sales throughout the village of Sister Bay with guided map
and restaruant specials. 920-854-2812. |
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SHEPHERD’S MARKET
Location: Whitefish Bay Farm
From:5/16/2009 To 5/17/2009
Northeast Wisconsin’s oldest fiber event. Saturday 10am-4pm, Sunday
10am-3pm. For information call 920-743-1560 or visit
www.whitefishbayfarm.com. |
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ISADOORA THEATRE PRESENTS: WIT
Location: Ephraim Village Hall
From:5/21/2009 To 5/24/2009
Thurs.-Sat. 7:30pm, Sun. 2pm.Winner fo the 1999 Pulitzer Prize for
Drama. In her extraorinary first play, Margaret Edson has vreated a work
that is as intellectually challenging as it is emotionally immediate.
920-493-3667. |
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FESTIVAL OF NATURE
Location: Various Locations in Baileys Harbor
From:5/21/2009 To 5/23/2009
Ridges Sanctuary guided field trips through some of Door County’s most
unique and beautiful nature areas. Evening lectures, canoe and boat
trips. Pre-registration required. For information call: 920-839-2802 or
visit www.ridgesanctuary.org. |
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PROGRESSIVE DINNER TROLLEY OUTING
Location: Pick up at Orchard Country Winery
From:5/23/2009 To 5/23/2009
Trolley guests will experience unique stops for hors d’oeuvres/cocktails
at a surprise location, an elegant dinner at The Inn at Kristofer’s and
a decadent dessert at a romantic inn. Selected Saturdays only January
through May. $73 per person. Pick up at 5pm at Orchard Country Winery
(1/2 mile south of Fish Creek on Hwy. 42.) Call 920-868-1100 for
details/reservations. |
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GHOST TOURS OF DOOR COUNTY
Location: Throughout the County
From:5/23/2009 To 5/24/2009
Board the “Trolley of the Doomed” and hear the mysterious happenings on
the darker side of the spirited peninsula. Offered by Door County
Trolley. Limited seating. Call 920-868-1100. |
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MAIFEST
Location: Lakeside Park
From:5/23/2009 To 5/24/2009
Art Fair, fun run, great food, music, horse pull, parade and more at
Lakeside Parks. For information call: 920-823-2800 or visit
www.jacksonport.net. |
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FINE ART FAIR
Location: Along the Waterfront in Sunset Park
From:5/23/2009 To 5/24/2009
10am-4pm. 11th Annual Fine Art Fair. Juried multi-media art show,
entertainment, children’s activities, food and beverages. For
information call: 1-800-301-6695 or visit www.sturgeonbay.net. |
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HAUNTED OLDE STURGEON BAY TROLLEY TOUR
Location: Throughout Sturgeon Bay
From:5/23/2009 To 5/24/2009
Live the horror of this city’s unusual murders, haunted buildings and
spirited maritime past. Offered by Door County Trolley. Limited seating.
Call 920-868-1100. |
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EASTERN STAR FISH BOIL
Location: Masonic Lodge, Third Avenue
From:5/31/2009 To 5/31/2009
All you can eat fish, potatoes, cole slaw and dessert. Serving at 5:30
and 7pm. Tickets $10 in advance or $12 at the door. Information:
920-743-6845, 920-743-5764, or day of event 920-743-2596. |
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