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May 2009
NOTE:
Schedules sometimes change, so always confirm with the organization in
question to make sure that the event you are interested in, is still
scheduled to take place.
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Dates of event: 5/01/09 to 10/31/09
Though all programs are free unless otherwise specified. You will need a park sticker.
Call the individual State parks for more info: Additional info:
- Potawatomi State Park - Sturgeon Bay, 920-746-2890;
- Peninsula State Park - Fish Creek,920-868-3258
- Newport State Park - Ellison Bay, 920-854-2500
- Whitefish Dunes State Park – Jacksonport/Sturgeon Bay, 920-823-2400
DOOR COUNTY FESTIVAL OF BLOSSOMS
Dates of event: 5/01/09 to 5/31/09
Annual, month-long celebration of Spring framed by more than 300 miles of shoreline! Enjoy guided and self-guided tours among thousands of acres of blossoming cherry and apple orchards (beautiful!), wonderful flowers like daffodils and tulips, and countless wildflowers. County-wide lighthouse walk, boat, trolley and scenic air tours and community celebrations with arts and crafts, food and music. For information: 1-800-52-RELAX
The festival of blossoms is fun throughout May – it’s just nice to see Spring really back, flowers in bloom, and everyone readying for another super – season in Door County. Don’t expect a ton of hoopla, but there is natural beauty to enjoy! Nice quiet times too.
GROOVIN’ SISTERHOOD WEEKEND – STURGEON BAY
Dates of event: 5/01/09 to 5/03/09
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.
SEGWAY PERSONAL TRANSPORTER TOUR - PENINSULA STATE PARK
Dates of event: 5/1/09 to 10/30/09
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-registration is required. Call at 920-376-0256 or visit www.segwaythedoor.com for more info. Cost $74-$89. Monday through Saturday, 9 AM - 5 PM.
NICOLET BAY 5K FUN RUN/WALK
Date of event: 5/02/09
In Peninsula State Park, race begins at 10:30 AM, near the beach. Participants will follow the out and back course along the water on Shore Rd. going around the bay past Welcker’s Point, Eagle Bluff Lighthouse to Bluff Rd. and back. Walkers are welcome to participate in the 5K. All finishers will receive a t-shirt and food and drink at the finish line. Awards for the top 3 male and female finishers, and door prizes will be given out. For more info: Mary Knutson, race organizer: 920-421-1519, or http://www.doorcountyhalfmarathon.com/ (click on Runner Info tab)
DOOR COUNTY TROLLEY PROGRESSIVE DINNER OUTING
Location: Various Locations
Dates of event: 5/02/09, 5/09/09, 5/16/09, 5/23/09
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 in January through May. $73 per person plus tax (Trolleys are heated). Call 920-868-1100 for details/reservations. Pick up at 5pm at Orchard Country Winery (1/2 mile south of Fish Creek on Hwy 42.) Tell them Navigator sent ya!
SHIPYARD TOURS – STURGEON BAY
Date of event: 5/02/09
Tour boat shipping facilities in Sturgeon Bay from 9AM – 2PM. Tour and view the current projects of 3 shipyards that continue to flourish in the 21st century, including Palmer Johnson, Bay Ship, and Great Lakes Yacht Services. Tickets can be purchased at the entry gates of the shipyards on the day of the event. For info, call: 920-746-8460.
2nd ANNUAL DOOR COUNTY HALF-MARATHON
Date of event: 5/02/09
In Peninsula State Park, race starts at 10AM on a paved surface within the Peninsula State Park. All finishers receive a t-shirt, finisher’s medal as well as 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 top three finisher in each age group. For more info: Mary Knutson, race organizer: 920-421-1519, or http://www.doorcountyhalfmarathon.com/ (click on Runner Info tab) to view the course map, register online or to download an entry form.
DINING AROUND THE DOOR – BAILEYS HARBOR
Date of event: 5/02/09
5:30 PM at Gordon Lodge. 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.
SCRIMSHAW DEMONSTRATIONS - EPHRAIM
Location: Scrimshanders Gallery
Dates of Event: 5/8/09 - 10/16/09
Friday afternoons at Scrimshanders Gallery. Gary Kiracofe, resident scrimshander with over 30 years exp, demonstrates the American folk art of scrimshaw (engraving on ancient ivories and bone). Gary along with several other scrimshanders, display their art between 2:00-5:00 PM. 920-854-5407.
MIDSUMMER’S MUSIC CONCERT - EPHRAIM
Date of event: 5/16/09
The PRO ARTE STRING QUARTET performs at the Moravian Church in Ephraim. Performance at 7:30 PM. Tickets and information: 920-854-7088 or www.midsummersmusic.com.
SISTER BAY FESTIVAL OF BLOSSOMS
Date of event: 5/09/09
In Downtown Sister Bay. Taste of Sister Bay, flower box prizes, maypole raising, Norwegian dancers, children’s parade, face painting, community-wide garage sale, bonfire, live entertainment. 920-854-4878.
16TH ANNUAL BLOSSOM RUN – EGG HARBOR
Date of event: 5/09/09
Fun run held at the boat launch park in Egg Harbor. All ages encouraged to participate. 2 & 5 mile walk/run and 1 mile youth run. Pre-registration from 7- 8 AM on the day of the race. Race begins at 8:30 AM. Registration forms available online and at the Door County YMCA Program Centers. Call 920-743-4949 for more info.
ISADOORA THEATRE PRESENTS “WIT” - EPHRAIM
Dates of Event: 5/14/09 – 5/17/09 and 5/21/09 – 5/24/09
Shows at the Ephraim Village Hall. Isadoora Theatre Company presents “Wit” by Margaret Edson. Winner of the 1999 Pulitzer Prize for Drama. Winner of the Lucille Lortel Award for Best Play. In her extraordinary first play, Margaret Edson has created a work that is as intellectually challenging as it is emotionally immediate. Time: 7:30 PM Thurs-Sat, 2:00 PM Sunday. Tickets: $12 Adult /$7 Students. Check with Box Office: 920-493-DOOR (3667) for payment restrictions.
19th ANNUAL OPEN BASS TOURNAMENT - STURGEON BAY
Dates of event: 5/15/09 – 5/17/09
This three day event is held at Sawyer Park. Family events all day Saturday. Dock dance from 2 PM - 6 PM in the pavilion. Prizes awarded Sunday after 4 PM. For more info, details and entry forms, visit: http://www.sbobt.org/ or call 920-743-8183.
CELEBRATE BAILEYS HARBOR
Date of Event: 5/16/09
A new event in Baileys Harbor, the town celebrates its rich history with expanded events and activities throughout the town that include morning and afternoon craft fair, “Taste of Baileys Harbor”, an evening dance and the 9th Annual Scottie Dog Parade. Details will be posted as they become finalized. Check “Upcoming Festivals” on the town website.
9th ANNUAL DOOR COUNTY SCOTTIE RALLY – Baileys Harbor
Date of Event: 5/16/09
Place: Baileys Harbor Town Hall
You like Scottish Terriers? You’ll love this event. This is the 9th Annual Door County Scottie Rally, with a Parade of about 150 Scotties, bagpipers and drums – starting around 11:30 AM! And a silent auction. Viewing will be at the Town Hall. For additional info and registration details, call 920-839-2982 or www.doorcountyscottierally.com.
VILLAGE WIDE RUMMAGE SALE – SISTER BAY
Date of Event: 5/16/09
Individual sales throughout the village of Sister Bay with guided map and restaurant specials. 920-854-2812.
SPRING ARTS & CRAFTS SHOW – BAILEYS HARBOR
Date of event: 5/16/09
Usually sponsored by the Baileys Harbor Community Association at the Baileys Harbor Town Hall lawn. For more info, call: 920-839-2366, or visit the town website at http://www.baileysharbor.com
This is a fun event on a nice sunny day. We have been to it often, and there are dozens of booths set up with arts and crafts galore! You can spend the day strolling and looking at wonderful woodcrafts, metal, one-of-a-kind jewelry, quilts, Christmas treasures like tree-skirts, ornaments and a whole lot more. Stay for dinner at The Sandpiper – we spoke with the owner and he claims the best fish boil in the county!
THIRD AVENUE PLAYHOUSE – STURGEON BAY
Date of event: 5/16/09
Kevin Van Ess & The Talk of the Town in Concert. Honky Tonk and Dixieland! Tickets: $15 Adults/$12 Students/$8 Children. 7:30 PM. Call 920-743-1760
15th ANNUAL SHEPHERD'S MARKET - STURGEON BAY
Dates of event: 5/16/09 to 5/17/09
At the Whitefish Bay Farms, 3831 Clark Lake Rd, (County WD) - near Jacksonport. This is Northeastern Wisconsin’s oldest fiber event. Saturday-May 16th from 10 AM – 4 PM, and Sunday-May 17th from 10 AM – 3 PM. Call 920-743-1560 for more details.
DOOR COUNTY FESTIVAL OF NATURE – Baileys Harbor
Dates of Event: 5/21/09 - 5/23/09
Three-day celebration of the tremendous natural wonders of Door County with guided field trips through some of Door County’s most unique and beautiful nature areas.. Evening lectures, canoe and boat trips. Pre-registration required. 920-839-2802 or www.ridgesanctuary.org
37th ANNUAL JACKSONPORT MAIFEST - Jacksonport
Dates of Event: 5/23/09 - 5/24/09
Location of event: Lakeside Park in Jacksonport on Hwy 57. This is fun! Art fair, fun run, food, music, horse pull, parade & much more. Parade at 10:30 AM on Saturday. For information call 920-823-2288.
11TH ANNUAL FINE ART FAIR – SUNSET PARK – STURGEON BAY
Dates of Event: 5/23/09 - 5/24/09
From 10 AM – 4 PM along the waterfront. Fine artists present their creations in an open-air market atmosphere. Juried multi-media art show, entertainment, children’s activities, food and beverages. For more information, call 800-301-6695 or www.sturgeonbay.net
EASTERN STAR FISH BOIL – STURGEON BAY
At the Masonic Lodge, Third Avenue
Date of Event: 5/31/09
All you can eat fish, potatoes, cole slaw and dessert. Serving at 5:30 and 7 PM. 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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