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May 2010
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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ROCK N ROLL ART NIGHT – FISH CREEK
Dates of Event: 4/23/10 To 11/6/10
6:30-10 PM.
On select Friday nights Hands On Art Studio features live music during adult night for adults 21 and older. It is a 3 1/2 hour kids-free zone. All the studio spaces are open and ready for you to have a fun evening playing with art. The studio fee for the entire evening is $7 plus the cost of your art project. Feel free to bring your own appetizers and drinks. We have pizza, soft drinks and beer available for purchase. Call 920-868-9311 or visit http://www.handsonartstudio.com/ for more info and schedule.
KART RACING – STURGEON BAY
Dates of Event: 5/12/10 – 9/29/10
At Thunderhill Raceway - John Miles County Park, 812 North 14th Avenue, formerly The County Fairgrounds Park. Kart Racing is coming back to the Thunderhill Raceway in Sturgeon Bay. Racing will be Wednesday nights. Gates open at 3 PM, racing starts at 6 PM. Practice on Sundays from 1 PM to 6 PM. Please visit the website for a detailed schedule as there are some dates on which races or practices will not be held. There will be Kid Kart, numerous Junior Classes and Senior Classes. Call 920-471-5721 for additional information or http://www.racethunderhill.com/
LIVE MUSIC ACOUSTIC THURSDAYS – STURGEON BAY
Dates of Event: 5/13/10 – 9/23/10
At GLAS, the green coffeehouse, 67 E Maple St. 7-9pm. Glas is more than just a place to enjoy a good cup of coffee. It’s a place where you can relax, take in the maritime view, experience local art, and listen to live music from local favorites to nationally touring artists. Call 920-743-5575 or http://www.glascoffee.com
GUIDED NATURE HIKES AT THE RIDGES SANCTUARY - BAILEYS HARBOR
Dates of Event: Throughout May
Although the trails at The Ridges Sanctuary (8288 Hwy Q, Baileys Harbor) are open year ‘round, during the Spring, Summer, & Fall, guided hikes with a naturalist are offered to help you discover some of the unique aspects of this non-profit nature preserve. Discover why it is the most biologically diverse area in Wisconsin. Call for hike times: (920) 839-2802.
TAKE A HIKE: GET YOUR “LIKE TO HIKE” PIN – FISH CREEK
Location: Peninsula State Park
Dates of event:1/1/10 – 12/31/10
Take a Hike! Get your Like to Hike Niagara Escarpment pin. Espress your love for the Escarpment and support the educational efforts of the Friends of Peninsula State Park by getting a pin featuring a Brown Bat set against the backdrop of Eagle Bluff. Pins are $3 each with a the hiking commitment and $6 without. Find details at www.peninsulafriends.org
WINE AND CHOCOLATE – STURGEON BAY
Dates of Event: 4/30/10 - 5/2/10
At the Door Peninsula Winery. Enjoy five to six courses of decadent chocolate creations paired with generous tastes of Door Peninsula Winery Wines in a seated tasting. Tastings are limited and serviced by professional winery staff in a casual tasting seminar style. Call for seating times. $25 subject to change with menu. Information 800-551-5049 or www.dcwine.com.
36TH ANNUAL SALON OF ART – STURGEON BAY
Dates of Event: 4/24/10 - 6/1/10
At the Miller Art Museum. Students from all five Door County High Schools in all media are represented. Reception and awards April 26th 7-8:30pm. Information: 920-746-0707 or www.millerartmuseum.org.
CENTER STAGE – WASHINGTON ISLAND
Dates of event: 1/3/10 - 5/2/10
Island Players will present its tenth season of “Center Stage,” an informal monthly afternoon of play readings performed at the Recreation Center. In January, “Center Stage” will sponsor a retrospective of Island Players’ 25 years of serving the community. As part of the program, former Board members will be honored and invited to share stories from past years. 2- 4 PM on the first Sunday of each month. http://www.islandplayers.org
DOOR COUNTY FESTIVAL OF BLOSSOMS
Dates of event: 5/01/10 to 5/31/10
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.
SEGWAY PERSONAL TRANSPORTER TOURS – 4 TOURS
Dates of event: 5/1/10 to 10/31/10
- Peninsula State Park: 1 ½ hr tour
- Ridges Road Lighthouses: 1 ½ hr tour
- Rustic Road to Cana Island: 1 ½ hr tour
6/15/10 to Sept. 2010
Washington Island: 5 hr tour
Looking for a unique way to see the sights of Door County? How about on the two wheels of a Segway Personal Transporter? After 20-40 min. training on the Segway PT, you will glide up and down hills, to scenic and breathtaking overlooks, rustic roads, country neighborhood and Lake Michigan shoreline. Keep your eyes open and bring a camera, as you are likely to spot deer or other wildlife, rare vegetation as well as popular and historic places and buildings. Go to www.segwaythedoor.com for more info or call 920-376-0256. Cost $74-$89. Daily, 10 AM - 2 PM. Packages available.
3rd ANNUAL DOOR COUNTY HALF-MARATHON
Date of event: 5/01/10
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. Registration beginning Nov. 1, 2009 – limited to 1200 participants.
NICOLET BAY 5K FUN RUN/WALK
Date of event: 5/1/10
In Peninsula State Park, race begins at 10:30 AM, after the half-marathon start. Participants will follow the out and back course along the water on Shore Rd. going past Eagle Bluff Lighthouse and Welcker’s Point, finishing at the same finish line as the half marathon. 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) to view the course map, register online or to download an entry form. Registration beginning Nov. 1, 2009 – limited to 400 participants.
DOOR COUNTY TROLLEY PROGRESSIVE DINNER OUTING
Dates of Event: 2010 - May 1, May 8, May 15, May 22, May 29
June 5, June 12
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 February through June. Call 920-868-1100 for details/reservations. Pick up at 5 PM at Orchard Country Winery (1/2 mile south of Fish Creek on Hwy 42). $73 per person (plus tax) includes trolley transportation, hors d' oeuvres, cocktail, dinner and dessert. (Trolleys are heated). Limited seating.
DINING AROUND THE DOOR – BAILEYS HARBOR
Date of event: 5/02/10
5:30 PM at Gordon Lodge. Enjoy samplings from some of Door County’s finest restaurants while taking in the beauty of Gordon Lodge and bidding on fabulous silent auction items. All proceeds benefit the Door County YMCA Strong Kids Campaign. Tickets, $40 per person, can be purchased at either Door County YMCA Program Center or call 920-743-4949. Info at www.doorcountyymca.org.
DISCOVERY BIRD WALKS – THE RIDGES SANCTUARY IN BAILEYS HARBOR
Dates of Event: 5/8/10, 5/15/10, 5/22/10
Bird enthusiasts of all abilities, ages, and interest explore the great birding ‘hot spots’ in the Baileys Harbor area. Meet at the Marshall cabin at The Ridges Sanctuary. 6:30 AM – 8:30 AM. Info at 920-839-2802
17th ANNUAL BLOSSOM RUN – EGG HARBOR
Date of event: 5/8/10
The annual Blossom Run includes a 5 mi run, a 2 mi walk/run and a 1 mi youth run. Proceeds support programs at the Door County YMCA. Race begins at 8:30 AM. Register in advance, starting in March, or day of the run. For more info call 920-743-4949 or visit www.doorcountyymca.org
SISTER BAY FESTIVAL OF BLOSSOMS
Date of event: 5/8/10
In Downtown Sister Bay. Sister Bay’s first festival of the year heralds the beginning of spring and the “blossoming” of life in the Door Peninsula. A celebration for both the young and the “young-at-heart”, Blossom Festival features a traditional raising of the maypole, a children’s parade (with prizes for the best costume!), Norwegian dancers, the Boy Scout Color Guard, the Gibraltar Junior High Band, judging and awarding of parade prizes in Beach Park, and a bonfire with live entertainment. 920-854-4878 or 920-854-2812 for info (and to confirm date).
ISADOORA THEATRE PRESENTS “PAINTING CHURCHES” - EPHRAIM
Dates of Event: 5/13/10 – 5/16/10 and 5/20/10 – 5/23/10
Shows at the Ephraim Village Hall. Isadoora Theatre Company presents a semi-autobiographical story, by Tina Howe, that honors and analyzes its subjects in a captivating collage of resonant drama, poignant revelations, and hearty, life-inspired laughs. The portrait for which the play is named exists both on canvas and in the lovingly sketched portrayals of its three characters. Time: 7:30 PM Thurs-Sat, 2:00 PM Sunday. Tickets: $14 Adult /$10 Students. Check with Box Office: 920-493-DOOR (3667) for payment restrictions.
COMEDY CLUB AT THE LANDMARK RESORT – EGG HARBOR
Date of Event:
5/13/10 Frank Roche, TBD
In the Carrington Pub & Grille. The evening begins with a buffet dinner at 6:30 PM and the shows begin at 8 PM. Each set features two comedians. Dinner and show is $20.99, show only is $15. Call at 800-273-7877, 920-868-3205 or visit www.thelandmarkresort.com.
10th ANNUAL DOOR COUNTY SCOTTIE RALLY – Baileys Harbor
Dates of Event: 5/21/10 – 5/22/10
Place: Baileys Harbor Town Hall
You like Scottish Terriers? You’ll love this event. This is the 10th 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 920-493-5878, 920-839-2982 or www.doorcountyscottierally.com. (Check their website often as event details were not finalized as of our posting.)
16th ANNUAL SHEPHERD'S MARKET - STURGEON BAY
Dates of event: 5/22/10 to 5/23/10
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: 5/27/10 - 5/29/10
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, many not usually open to the public. Evening lectures, canoe and boat trips. Pre-registration required. 920-839-2802 or www.ridgessanctuary.org
38th ANNUAL JACKSONPORT MAIFEST - Jacksonport
Dates of Event: 5/29/10 - 5/30/10*
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.
12TH ANNUAL FINE ART FAIR – SUNSET PARK – STURGEON BAY
Dates of Event: 5/29/10 - 5/30/10
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
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