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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.

SCRIMSHAW DEMONSTRATIONS-FRIDAY AFTERNOONS
Location: Scrimshanders Gallery
From:5/8/2009 To 10/16/2009
Friday afternoons 2-5pm. Gary Kiracofe, resident scrimshander, demonstrates the American folk art of scrimshaw (engraving on ancient ivories and bone). Gary has over 30 years of hand-engraving experience and displays his art, along with that of several other scrimshanders, ad the Scrimshanders Gallery in Ephraim. 920-854-5407.

PIT FIRING WORKSHOPS - WEDNESDAYS
Location: Ellison Bay Pottery
From:5/12/2009 To 10/21/2009
Wednesdays 3-5pm. We have been pit firing with families, school groups and getaway groups for 9 years. You choose 2 pieces of pottery all ready for you to treat and fire in the pit. Choices could include: small vases, bowls, tiles and dishes. This process will produce art and therefore are not considered functional or food safe. Come and learn about how early humans learned to harden clay in a fire. No art background necessary. Pre-registration required. Cost: $30 per person. 920-854-5049.

POTTERY DEMONSTRATIONS on MONDAYS
Location: TR Pottery 4133 Main St.
From:6/1/2009 To 8/31/2009
1-3pm. On Mondays in June, July and August, Potter Tony Gebauer will be demonstrating his techniques and will be available to discuss his work and answer questions. 920-868-1024.

SATURDAY FARMERS MARKET
Location: Market Square (Michigan and 4th)
From:6/6/2009 To 10/24/2009
Farmer’s Market every Saturday from 9am to 12:30pm. For information call: 920-746-2914.

MIDSUMMERS’S MUSIC FESTIVAL
Location: Various Locations
From:6/10/2009 To 7/8/2009
Experience the dynamic sounds of classical and chamber music during Midsummer’s Music Festival. Galleries, retreats, homes and churches host the professional ensemble of strings, winds, horns, and piano. Vibrant, intimate and joyful concert events for all ages. Not for the faint of heart! For information call: 920-854-7088 or visit www.midsummersmusic.com.

HAUNTED OLDE STURGEON BAY GHOST TROLLEY TOUR
Location: Departs Stone Harbor Resort
From:6/15/2009 To 8/28/2009
7pm Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays. Lurking beneath the charming waterfront community of Sturgeon Bay lives the horror of its unusual murders, haunted buildings and spirited maritime past. Call 920-868-1100 for reservations. Limited seating.

LIVE MUSIC TUESDAY EVENINGS
Location: Fred & Fuzzy’s Waterfront Bar & Grill
From:6/16/2009 To 9/15/2009
7-10pm Tuesdays. Live music featuring Nick Steingart and Friends. They will enlighten your evening with blues, reggae and adult contemporary music. 920-854-6699.

JACKSONPORT FARMER’S MARKET - TUESDAYS
Location: Lakeside Park
From:6/16/2009 To 10/27/2009
Tuesdays from 8am to noon, in Lakeside Park if weather permits. The Jacksonport Farmer’s Market is sponsored by the Jacksonport Area Business Association. 920-823-2288.

PENINSULA PLAYERS: THE LADY WITH ALL THE ANSWERS
Location: Peninsula Players Theatre
From:6/16/2009 To 7/5/2009
Peninsula Players will open its 74th season with David Rambo’s The Lady with all the Answers. This comedy is drawn from the life and letters of Ann Landers. Rambo delivers a hilarious look into the life of Ann Landers. If one needed blunt advice, they wrote to Ann. But to whom can Ann turn when life hands her lemons? For more information or to reserve tickets call the box office at 920-868-3287 or visit our website at www.peninsulaplayers.com.

MUSKIE LOVE-AMERICAN FOLKLORE THEATRE
Location: AFT Amphitheatre, Peninsula State Park
From:6/17/2009 To 8/29/2009
Wednesdays at 8:30pm, Fridays at 8pm. Ben and Bea are rival fishing guides, both avowedly single - and happy that way...This laugh-a-minute fish tale is a comic, contemporary take on Shakespeare’s “Much Ado About Nothing”, set on the shores of Green Bay, Wisconsin. Tickets: $18 Adult, $8 Teen, $5 Child. 920-854-6117.

CHEESEHEADS, THE MUSICAL-AMERICAN FOLKLORE THEATRE
Location: AFT Amphitheatre, Peninsula State Park
From:6/18/2009 To 8/29/2009
Mondays & Thursdays at 8pm, Wednesdays at 6pm, Saturdays at 8:30pm. A modern day dairy-tale with a lotto heart! The most magical thing about the lottery is pondering what you’d do if you won...A touching and joyful Wisconsin musical gouda luck fable. Tickets: $18 Adult, $8 Teen, $5 Child. 920-854-6117.

ART EXHIBIT
Location: Off the Wheel Pottery
From:6/19/2009 To 8/22/2009
Off the Wheel Pottery invites you to view unique work by two local artists. Sue Pieper, a mixed media artist from Dykesville, Wi. will be showing paintings, collage and vintage jewelry. Renee Schwaller, Off the Wheel’s resident potter, will be showing work from her recent exploration in drinking vessels. Meet both artists at the opening reception where wine and hors d’oeuvres will be served June 19th from 5-7:30pm. Off the Wheel Pottery is open daily from 10am-4:30pm. 920-868-9608.

23RD ANNUAL JURIED ART EXHIBITION
Location: Link Gallery in the Door Community Auditorium
From:6/19/2009 To 8/4/2009
The Door Community Auditorium is currently hosting the Door County Art League’s 23rd Annual Juried Exhibit and Master’s Presentation through August 4, and features 73 member artists in all mediums. The public is invited to visit the exhibit during regular DCA box office hours, Monday through Friday, 10-3pm, weekend show days 11-3pm and one hour prior to a performance. 920-868-2728.

JEANNE KUHNS PRESENTS
Location: Friday Evenings at Woodwalk Gallery
From:6/19/2009 To 8/14/2009
7-10pm Fridays in June, July, August. Jeanne Kuhns presents singer songwriters from the midwest in concert in the barn at Woodwalk. A little bit of folk, jazz, blues and you-never-know-what each night with Jeanne, voted Door County’s best female vocalist in 2008, opening each night. Cost: $10. 920-868-2912.

SUNDAY FAMILY SING-ALONGS
Location: Ephraim Village Hall
From:6/21/2009 To 8/2/2009
7:30pm. Everyone welcome every Sunday at the Ephraim Village Hall. For information call: 920-854-5501 or visit www.ephraim.org.

MONDAY EVENING CONCERTS IN EPHRAIM
Location: Harborside Park
From:6/22/2009 To 8/24/2009
Ten free Monday night concerts from local musicians in the Harborside Park gazebo. Enjoy spectacular views of Eagle Harbor! 7-9pm. Stay in Ephraim to experience great shopping, dining and activities. For information call: 920-854-4989 or visit www.ephraim-doorcounty.com.

SUNSETS & S’MORES-AMERICAN FOLKLORE THEATRE
Location: AFT Amphitheatre, Peninsula State Park
From:6/23/2009 To 8/29/2009
Tuesdays at 8pm and Saturdays at 6pm. Centennial Celebration for Peninsula State Park! Sparkling folksongs, great ol’ sing-a-longs, hilarious camping tales, and much more! Tickets: $18 Adult, $8 Teen, $5 Child. 920-854-6117.

TUESDAY CONCERTS IN THE PARK IN FISH CREEK
Location: Noble Square
From:6/23/2009 To 8/19/2009
2:30-4:30pm. Free concerts at Noble Square. For information call: 920-868-2316, 800-577-1880 or visit www.fishcreekinfo.com.

WEDNESDAY CONCERTS IN THE PARK IN SISTER BAY
Location: Beach Pavilion
From:6/24/2009 To 8/19/2009
3pm each Wednesday at the Beach Pavilion. Admission is free. In the event of rain, concerts will be moved indoors to the Village Hall. For information call: 920-854-2812 or visit www.sisterbay.com.

BIRCH CREEK CONCERT SERIES
Location: Birch Creek Music Performance Center
From:6/25/2009 To 8/15/2009
Birch Creek Symphony concerts, June 25-27 and July 2-4. Percussion & Steel Band concerts July 9-11 & July 15-18. Big Band Jazz, July 22-25, July 29-August 1, August 5-9 and August 12-15. All concerts begin at 8pm. For information call: 920-868-3763 or visit www.birchcreek.org.

SISTER BAY FARMERS MARKET - SATURDAYS
Location: Corner of the Past, Hwy 57 and Country Lane
From:6/27/2009 To 10/10/2009
Saturdays 8am to noon at Corner of the Past: Hwy 57 and Country Lane. Featuring locally grown organic produce, potted plants, cut flowers, herbs, honey, baked goods. Occasional live entertainment. For more information call 920-854-9242 or 920-421-2986.

SEGWAY TOUR OF WASHINGTON ISLAND
Location: Washington Island
From:6/27/2009 To 8/5/2009
9am-2pm Wednesdays. Looking for a unique way to see Washington Island? How about on the two wheels of a Segway Personal Transporter? After a half hour training on the Segway PT, we board the Ferry (passage included). When the ferry docks, we get back on the Segway PT and ride off the Ferry on onto the Island and visit several places, stop for lunch (included)and then head back to the ferry. Cost $169. Pre-registration required. 920-376-0256.

THURSDAY CONCERTS IN THE PARK IN EGG HARBOR
Location: Harbor View Park
From:7/2/2009 To 8/27/2009
5-6:30pm. Free concerts in Harbor View Park. If inclement weather, concerts will be cancelled. Merchants and restaurants will be open until 8pm on Thursday nights. Experience the best sunset views in Door County. For information call: 920-868-3717 or visit www.eggharbordoorcounty.org.

BOOK SIGNING EVENT: ERIC DREGNI
Location: Novel Ideas Bookstore
From:7/2/2009 To 7/2/2009
1pm. There will be a slide show and book signing with Minnesota author Eric Dregni, author of In Cod We Trust: Living the Norwegian Dream. This book is a vivid portrayal of modern Norway through the eyes of a fourth-generation Norwegian American from Minnesota. Novel Ideas is located at 8085 Hwy 57 in Downtown Baileys Harbor. 920-839-1300.

THE ART OF MUSIC SUMMER SERIES: BILL CAMPLIN
Location: Door County Outpost
From:7/2/2009 To 7/2/2009
7:30pm. Bill Camplin, co-owner of the popular folk venue Cafe Carpe entertains with the clarity of his penetrating mind, guitar mastery, and quicksilver voice. Offering both original songs and covers, Bill’s performance is not to be missed. Tickets: $10. Concert menu offered with specialty beer, wine and desserts. Come early for pre-show featured wine tasting! 920-493-5979.

PENINSULA STATE PARK PROGRAM
Location: Peninsula State Park
From:7/2/2009 To 7/2/2009
10-11am. Jessy Thorp at the Pioneer Cemetery. Meet at Weborg Shelter. Park at day use lot next to campground. Mrs. Thorp’s husband died in the Hackley Shipwreck of 1903. Hear the tragic tale, and others on a walk to the pioneer cemetery. State park vehicle sticker required. 920-854-5976.

MIDSUMMER’S MUSIC FESTIVAL CONCERT
Location: Woodwalk Gallery
From:7/2/2009 To 7/2/2009
7:30pm. Featuring the music of Farkas, Goepfert, and Schubert in an intimate setting. 920-854-7088.

KAYAK TOUR
Location: Peninsula State Park
From:7/3/2009 To 7/3/2009
10am-noon. Paddle Peninsula’s incredible coast, learing about geology and history. Must pre-register at Nature Center. Children under age 16 must be in a kayak with an adult. $15 plus tax rental payable at Nicolet Boat Rental, with $4 donation going to park education. 920-854-5976.

PENINSULA STATE PARK NATURE PROGRAM
Location: Peninsula State Park
From:7/3/2009 To 7/3/2009
10-11:30am. Red, White and Blue Morning. Nature Center. Flag raising and the Gettysburg Address by Charles Dickson. Crafts and much more.Plus, Shine Your Lincoln Pennies. State park vehicle sticker required. 920-854-5976.

FIREWORKS & PARADE
Location: Harbor View Park and Downtown Egg Harbor
From:7/3/2009 To 7/4/2009
Join us in Harbor View Park on July 3rd for food, live music by the Mango Brothers, refreshments and then at dusk watch our fantastic fireworks display over the Harbor. On July 4th join the village in the Annual 4th of July parade that begins at 1pm. For information call: 920-868-3717 or visit www.eggharbordoorcounty.org.

DOOR COUNTY LEAGUE BASEBALL GAME
Location: Institute Town Park
From:7/3/2009 To 7/3/2009
8pm. Enjoy affordable family fun! Attend a Door County League baseball game. Food and drink available for sale at concessions stands. Tonight�s game: Maplewood at Institute.

MIDSUMMER’S MUSIC FESTIVAL CONCERT
Location: Peninsula School of Art
From:7/3/2009 To 7/3/2009
7pm. Featuring the music of Farkas, Goepfert, and Schubert in an intimate setting. $25 per adult. 920-854-7088.

ELIZABETH GARVIN JEWELRY TRUNK SHOW
Location: Edgewood Orchard Gallery
From:7/3/2009 To 7/5/2009
10am-5pm. Edgewood Orchard Galleries will be hosting a jewelry trunk show by well-known New York City jeweler Elizabeth Garvin. The public is welcome and refreshments will be served. 920-868-3579.

FRIDAY NIGHT SUNSET FIREBOAT CRUISES
Location: Dock Adjacent to the Door County Maritime Museum
From:7/3/2009 To 8/14/2009
Enjoy a Sunset Fireboat Cruise on Friday evenings from July 3 through August 14th. Cruise time: July 3, 10, 17 and 24 is 7:30pm. Cruise time for July 31, August 7 and 14 is 7pm. Adults: $30 includes one complimentary drink. 920-495-6454.

4TH OF JULY CELEBRATION - BAILEYS HARBOR
Location: Downtown Baileys Harbor
From:7/4/2009 To 7/4/2009
Parade at 10am. Arts, crafts, live entertainment, children’s games and spectacular fireworks at dusk. For information call: 920-839-2366 or visit www.baileysharbor.com.

HARBOR LADY FIREWORKS CRUISE
Location: Departing from Stone Harbor Resort
From:7/4/2009 To 7/4/2009
8:30pm - 11pm. Harbor Lady will have a Fireworks Cruise the night of the 4th of July. Reservations are required and can be obtained at HarborLady.com or by calling 920-882-7900. The cost is $15 per person and includes a build-your-own sundae. Harbor Lady departs from in front of Stone Harbor Resort, 107 N. First Ave, in Sturgeon Bay.

FOURTH OF JULY FIREWORKS IN FISH CREEK
Location: Fish Creek
From:7/4/2009 To 7/4/2009
Come to Fish Creek and celebrate our nation’s independence! For information call: 800-577-1880 or visit www.fishcreekinfo.com.

HERITAGE PROGRAM
Location: Corner of the Past
From:7/4/2009 To 7/4/2009
9-11am. Marjorie Allingham, German Folk Painting (Bauerenmalerei). Hwy 57 at Country Lane and Fieldcrest Rd. 1 1/2 miles south of downtown Sister Bay.

WASHINGTON ISLAND FIREWORKS
Location: Washington Island Ball Park
From:7/4/2009 To 7/4/2009
Fireworks at dusk at the ball park. For information call: 920-847-2179 or visit www.washingtonislandchamber.com.

CHICAGO FIREBOAT FIREWORKS CRUISE
Location: City Dock Adjacent to Door County Maritime Museum
From:7/4/2009 To 7/4/2009
Cruise the Bay and get a water view seat of the fireworks. 8:30pm until the fireworks end. For information call: 920-495-6454 or visit www.doorcountyfireboatcruises.com. All tickets $20.

GILLS ROCK CELEBRATES
Location: Gills Rock
From:7/4/2009 To 7/4/2009
Food and live music start at 5pm. Boat regatta at 6:30pm, fireworks at dusk. For information call: 920-854-2972 or visit www.ellisonbaydoorwi.com.

FISH CREEK HAIRPIN RUN
Location: Gibraltar Town Hall
From:7/4/2009 To 7/4/2009
Registration 7:30am at Gibraltar Town Hall. 5k-10k. For information call: 920-868-2316 or visit www.hairpinrun.com.

STURGEON BAY CELEBRATES
Location: Sunset Park
From:7/4/2009 To 7/4/2009
Beginning at 7pm at Sunset Park with music, food, and beverages, followed by an old-fashioned ice cream social. Peninsula Symphonic Band performs at 8pm, with fireworks at dusk. For information call: 800-301-6695 or visit www.sturgeonbay.net.

FRIENDS OF ROCK ISLAND 15TH YEAR ANNIVERSARY
Location: On Rock Island at the Pagoda
From:7/4/2009 To 7/4/2009
11am-2pm. Friends of Rock Island 15th Year Anniversary Celebration featuring a barbecue fundraiser and silent auction at the Pagoda on Rock Island. Come join the Friends of Rock Island and enjoy a day on Rock Island. Hamburgers, brats, hot dogs, chips, bottled water, soda and desserts! Proceeds will be used to fund projects for the Thordarson Boathouse and Pottawatomie Lighthouse. For more information call 920-847-2235.

NARRATED DOCENT LED WALKING TOUR OF THE CLEARING
Location: The Clearing
From:7/4/2009 To 7/4/2009
1pm. The 74 year history, folklore and landscape of The Clearing will be the subject of free interpretive walking tours of The Clearing’s historic buildings and campus. The walking terrain is rugged in places, and sturdy walking shoes are recommended. The tour is two hours and begins at 1pm at the Jens Jensen Visitor Center, 12171 Garrett Bay Rd, Ellison Bay. Advance registration is encouraged. 920-854-4088.

ART ON THE QUIET SIDE
Location: Lakeside Park
From:7/4/2009 To 7/5/2009
Art and Craft Fair, refreshments, family fun at Lakeside Park in Jacksonport. For information call: 920-823-2800 or visit www.jacksonport.org.

DOOR COUNTY LEAGUE BASEBALL GAMES
Location: Various Locations
From:7/5/2009 To 7/5/2009
Enjoy affordable family fun! Attend a Door County League baseball game. Games start at 1:30pm unless otherwise noted. Food and drink available for sale at concessions stands. Today’s games: Sister Bay at Egg Harbor, Washington Island at Kolberg and West Jacksonport at Baileys Harbor.

ISLAND PLAYERS PRESENT: SALUTE TO MUSICAL COMEDY 2
Location: Trueblood Performing Arts Center
From:7/5/2009 To 7/7/2009
Salute to Musical Comedy II performed at the Trueblood Performing Arts Center. For information call 920-847-2215 or visit www.washingtonislandchamber.com.

SUNSET CONCERT SERIES: PEG EGAN PAC FOLK FESTIVAL
Location: Peg Egan Performing Arts Center
From:7/5/2009 To 7/5/2009
6pm. Featuring an amazing evening of folk, blues, jazz and world music with Peter Mulvey, Dorothy Scott, Cory Carlson, Sons of the Never Wrong & Doc Heide and Eric Lewis. Admission is free. Concessions provided by Harbor Landing. Bring your lawn chairs and blankets. In case of rain out, event will be held indoors at the Orchards Golf Course. Info: 920-493-5979.

WATERFRONT CONCERT: THE MARTINIS
Location: Door County Maritime Museum
From:7/5/2009 To 7/5/2009
7pm. On the lawn at the Door County Maritime Museum in Sturgeon Bay. Tonight’s performance is by The Martinis. Admission is free. Sundaes!

MIDSUMMER’S MUSIC FESTIVAL CONCERT
Location: The Clearing
From:7/5/2009 To 7/5/2009
2pm. Featuring the music of Hurlstone, Mozart, and Bridge inan intimate setting. $25 per adult. 920-854-7088.

FFA ALUMNI DAIRY BREAKFAST
Location: Valmy
From:7/5/2009 To 7/5/2009
6-11:30am. Northeast Wisconsin Antique Power Association will host this year’s breakfast. Located at 5005 Country View Rd in Valmy. Antique machinery demo, music, hayride, petting zoo. Rain or shine. Admission $8 (7 to adult), kids 6 and under free. For information call: 920-743-4956.

MIDSUMMER’S MUSIC FESTIVAL
Location: Fiedler Residence
From:7/6/2009 To 7/6/2009
7:30pm. Featuring the music of Farkas, Goepfert, and Schubert in an intimate home setting. $50 per person. 920-854-7088.

MONDAY NIGHT CONCERT IN EPHRAIM
Location: Harborside Park
From:7/6/2009 To 7/6/2009
7-9pm. Free entertainment in Harborside Park, 9986 Water St./Hwy 42 (next to Wilson’s). Local businesses will be open for late-night shopping, dining and activities on concert nights! Visit our website for more information or call the Ephraim Visitor Information Center at 920-854-4989. Tonight: Eric Lewis and Tommy Burroughs play bluegrass, blues and anything in between. www.Ephraim-DoorCounty.com.

PENINSULA STATE PARK NATURE PROGRAMS
Location: Peninsula State Park
From:7/6/2009 To 7/6/2009
10am-noon. Bear Hunt. Nature Center. Learn about Door County bears. Then find five clues that lead you to your very own teddy bear. $12/bear. Limited bears available, please pre-register at 920-854-5976. 11-11:30am Hello Smokey Bear. Shake paws with the most famous bear in the world! 5-5pm Kids Unite: Weed Warrior. Meet at Tennison Playground and pull garlic mustard, earn Nature Center coupons. State park vehicle sticker required.

FAIR TRADE FOR TALENT COMPETITION
Location: Door County Outpost
From:7/7/2009 To 7/7/2009
7pm. Fair Trade for Talent night round 2, the second of six consecutive Tuesday night events with the Grand Finale on Saturday August 15th. This is an American Idol with a unique twist. Join us and our panel of 3 celebrity judges for a fun evening of music with 3 bands/musicians in the spotlight competing for a $2000+ prize fund. The Outpost has an intimate concert environment and serves food/wine/beer with a special concert night menu. Admission: $7. 920-868-4321.

PENINSULA STATE PARK NATURE PROGRAM
Location: Peninsula State Park
From:7/7/2009 To 7/7/2009
10am-11:30am. Nature Center. Happy Birthday Peninsula. Join us for a turtle-themed birthday bash that celebrates Peninsula’s 100th year. Meet Atlantis the Red-eared Slider, craft a turtle to keep and play party games. Fun! State Park vehicle sticker required. 920-854-5976.

MIDSUMMER’S MUSIC FESTIVAL CONCERT
Location: Shepherd of the Bay Church
From:7/7/2009 To 7/7/2009
7:30pm. Featuring the music of Hurlstone, Mozart, and Bridge in an intimate setting. $25 per adult. 920-854-7088.

PUBLIC MEETING: INT’L UPPER GREAT LAKES STUDY
Location: Door Community Auditorium
From:7/7/2009 To 7/8/2009
7-9pm. The International Upper Great Lakes Study (IUGLS) will, using web-conferencing, hold two public meetings to solicit comments and answer questions on the draft report Impacts On Upper Great Lakes Water Levels: St. Clair River. The meetings will include a presentation detailing the research, analysis, findings and recommendations of the draft report. Following that, the public will have ample opportunity to provide their views regarding the findings and proposed recommendations.

MIDSUMMER’S MUSIC FESTIVAL
Location: Unitarian Universalist Fellowship
From:7/8/2009 To 7/8/2009
7:30pm. Featuring the music of Hurlstone, Mozart, and Bridge in an intimate setting. $25 per adult. 920-854-7088.

MUSICAL: A DAY IN HOLLYWOOD/A NIGHT IN THE UKRAINE
Location: Peninsula Players Theatre
From:7/8/2009 To 7/26/2009
This Tony Award-winning musical comedy is first a musical tribute from the ushers at Grauman’s Chinese Theatre, who imagine themselves upon the silver screen; then in Act Two audiences are off to a Russian mansion and a fast-paced comedy a la the Marx Brothers, including tap dancing and rubber chickens! For more information or to reserve tickets call the box office at 920-868-3287 or visit our website www.peninsulaplayers.com.

WATERCOLOR WORKSHOP
Location: Peninsula State Park
From:7/8/2009 To 7/8/2009
1-3pm. Weborg Shelter. Whether you want to know the basics, or are interested in refining your technique, this watercolor workshop is for you. A donation of $10 will cover the cost of watercolor paint, brushes, and paper. Register at the Nature Center 920-854-5976. Best for ages 7 and over. State park vehicle sticker required.

DOOR COUNTY FOLK FESTIVAL
Location: Ephraim, Sister Bay & Baileys Harbor
From:7/8/2009 To 7/12/2009
Celebrating ethnic folk dancing and music from many countries. Featuring dance and music workshops, parties, concerts, children’s programs, fish boil dinner, music and dance in the park and much more. Please no inquiries from exhibitors, this is not a fair. For information call 773-463-2288, 920-421-2986, or visit www.dcff.net.

DOOR COUNTY SEA KAYAK SYMPOSIUM
Location: Wagon Trail Resort & Vacation Homes
From:7/9/2009 To 7/12/2009
6th Annual. A wide range of activities to choose from, including on-water classes for all skill levels, on-land workshops, brown bag lunch seminars, paddle tours, naturalist-led paddles and youth programs. Wagon Trail Resort, end of County Hwy ZZ, Rowlweys Bay. 1-800-I-PADDLE.

THE ART OF MUSIC SUMMER SERIES: MICHAEL JOHNSON
Location: Door County Outpost
From:7/9/2009 To 7/9/2009
7:30pm. Michael johnson has performed and lived more music and recorded more hits than you would imagine. HIs music shows a diversity, depth and heart that only come from years of dedication to a labor of love. Tickets: $10. Concert menu offered with specialty beer, wine and desserts. Come early for pre-show featured wine tasting! 920-493-5979.

ANNUAL GARDEN WALK IN SISTER BAY
Location: Various Locations
From:7/9/2009 To 7/9/2009
10am-4pm. Benefitting the Sister Bay Historical Society’s Old Anderson House Museum and The Corner of the Past. For information call: 920-854-7680 or 920-854-9242.

PENINSULA STATE PARK NATURE PROGRAMS
Location: Peninsula State Park
From:7/10/2009 To 7/10/2009
10-11am. Tracks! Nature Center. UW Extension Wildlife Biologist Scott Craven will share strange facts about coyotes, skunks, coons and other mammals. If you can stump Dr. Craven with a critter question, you’ll get a prize. We will paint tracks on t-shirts to take home. $3/shirt donation. 8:30-9:30pm. Bats! Biologist Craven will share facts about bats and dispel common myths. Then, we’ll watch bats fly from their daytime roost to feast on mosquitoes. State Park vehicle sticker required. 854-5976.

HAUNTED TROLLEY PUB CRAWL
Location: Various Pubs and Taverns
From:7/10/2009 To 7/10/2009
Guests enjoy the ’intoxicating’ tales of the peninsula’s haunted pubs and taverns. Offered by Door County Trolley. Limited seating. Call 920-868-1100.

JEFFERSON STREET FESTIVAL
Location: Jefferson St.
From:7/11/2009 To 7/11/2009
10am-5pm. Walk along Jefferson Street, enjoy live music, strolling entertainers, children�s activities, food and beverages. For information call: 800-301-6695 or visit www.sturgeonbay.net.

JAZZ IN JACKSONPORT
Location: Lakeside Park
From:7/11/2009 To 7/11/2009
Music on Saturday afternoon at Lakeside Park. Jeanne Kuhns and Friends will perform from 3-4:30pm. For information call: 920-823-2288 or visit www.jacksonport.net.

BELGIAN DAYS
Location: Town Park
From:7/11/2009 To 7/12/2009
Saturday noon-midnight, Sunday 10am-5pm. Excitement and fun for all ages includes a tractor pull, softball tournament, country and polka music. Located at the Town Park. For information call: 920-825-1450.

HERITAGE PROGRAM
Location: Corner of the Past
From:7/11/2009 To 7/11/2009
9-11am. Door County Weaver’s Guild. Hwy 57 at Country Lane and Fieldcrest Rd. 1 1/2 miles south of downtown Sister Bay.

NARRATED DOCENT LED WALKING TOUR OF THE CLEARING
Location: The Clearing Folk School
From:7/11/2009 To 7/11/2009
1pm. The 74 year history, folklore and landscape of The Clearing will be the subject of free interpretive walking tours of The Clearing’s historic buildings and campus. The walking terrain is rugged in places, and sturdy walking shoes are recommended. The tour is two hours and begins at 1pm at the Jens Jensen Visitor Center, 12171 Garrett Bay Rd, Ellison Bay. Advance registration is encouraged. 920-854-4088.

PURE PRAIRIE LEAGUE IN CONCERT
Location: Door Community Auditorium
From:7/11/2009 To 7/11/2009
8pm. Country Rock. Tickets $30/$26/$22. To order tickets visit www.dcauditorium.org or call our box office during business hours at 920-868-2728.

OPENING RECEPTION: LOVE OF PLACE EXHIBIT
Location: Woodwalk Gallery
From:7/12/2009 To 7/12/2009
4:30-7:30pm. Three artists with deep roots in Door County united by a Love of Place, Donna Brown, Kirsten Christianson and Renee Schwaller each invite you to see Door County through their eyes and work. Live music, beverages and hors d’oeuvres in Woodwalk Gallery’s restored, historic Door County barn/gallery. Open every day 10-5 featuring the work of 45 regional artists and sculpture field, SiloSpace, wedding labyrinth and teepee. 290-868-2912.

DOOR PENINSULA WINERY WINEMAKER DINNER
Location: Door Peninsula Winery/Bistro 42
From:7/12/2009 To 7/12/2009
7pm. Door Peninsula Winery’s Winemaker Dinner at Bistro 42 with Chef Bach’s signature Italian themed six course menu complimented with generous pours of sweet, dry, white and red Door Peninsula Winery wines. Hosted by winemaker Paul Santoriello for a fun and elegant evening of food and wine. $50 per person ($45 for wine club members). Reservations required, please call 800-551-5049.

WATERFRONT CONCERT: JEANNE KUHNS & LOST MOTHRA
Location: Door County Maritime Museum
From:7/12/2009 To 7/12/2009
7pm. On the lawn at the Door County Maritime Museum in Sturgeon Bay. Tonight’s performance is by Jeanne Kuhns & Lost Mothra. Admission is free. Sundaes!

NARRATED DOCENT LED WALKING TOUR OF THE CLEARING
Location: The Clearing Folk School
From:7/12/2009 To 7/12/2009
1pm. The 74 year history, folklore and landscape of The Clearing will be the subject of free interpretive walking tours of The Clearing’s historic buildings and campus. The walking terrain is rugged in places, and sturdy walking shoes are recommended. The tour is two hours and begins at 1pm at the Jens Jensen Visitor Center, 12171 Garrett Bay Rd, Ellison Bay. Advance registration is encouraged. 920-854-4088.

ELDERHOSTEL - DOOR COUNTY: SAVOR THE FLAVORS
Location: Wagon Trail Resort
From:7/12/2009 To 7/17/2009
Explore Door County’s culinary riches and savor the sights, smells and tastes. Enjoy comfortable lodging, delicious meals and stimulating classes, discussion and field trips. Program highlights include classes, an exclusive cooking demo, hands-on cooking at the Savory Spoon Cooking School using seasonal ingredients as well as visits to a vineyard and bakery. Cost $845 per person double occupancy. Pre-registration required through Edlerhostel at 877-426-8056 or at www.elderhostel.org/13680RJ

DOOR COUNTY LEAGUE BASEBALL GAMES
Location: Various Locations
From:7/12/2009 To 7/12/2009
Enjoy affordable family fun! Attend a Door County League baseball game. Games start at 1:30pm unless otherwise noted. Food and drink available for sale at concessions stands. Today’s games: Institute at Kolberg, Maplewood at West Jacksonport, Egg Harbor at Washington Island and Sister Bay at Baileys Harbor.

SUNSET CONCERT SERIES: TAB BENOIT
Location: Peg Egan Performing Arts Center
From:7/12/2009 To 7/12/2009
7pm. Blues. With all the makings of an American music icon, Tab Benoit has become one of the premier roots stylists of the century. Admission is free. Concessions provided by Harbor Landing. Bring your lawn chairs and blankets. In case of rain out, event will be held indoors at the Orchards Golf Course. Info: 920-493-5979.

MONDAY NIGHT CONCERT IN EPHRAIM
Location: Harborside Park
From:7/13/2009 To 7/13/2009
7-9pm. Free entertainment in Harborside Park, 9986 Water St./Hwy 42 (next to Wilson’s). Local businesses will be open for late-night shopping, dining and activities on concert nights! Visit our website for more information or call the Ephraim Visitor Information Center at 920-854-4989. Tonight: Dr. Freeze & the Cool Cats. Chicago-style acoustic blues with Bryan Koenig, Pete Thelen, Jay Whitney & Richard Whitney. www.Ephraim-DoorCounty.com.

FAIR TRADE FOR TALENT COMPETITION
Location: Door County Outpost
From:7/14/2009 To 7/14/2009
7pm. Fair Trade for Talent night round 3, the third of six consecutive Tuesday night events with the Grand Finale on Saturday August 15th. This is an American Idol with a unique twist. Join us and our panel of 3 celebrity judges for a fun evening of music with 3 bands/musicians in the spotlight competing for a $2000+ prize fund. The Outpost has an intimate concert environment and serves food/wine/beer with a special concert night menu. Admission: $7. 920-868-4321.

CHILDREN’S DAY
Location: Ephraim
From:7/15/2009 To 7/15/2009
Registration begins at 8am. The event id from 8:30am to 12pm. Enrollment is limited. Registration is preferred in advance. For information call: 920-854-9688.

PRESENTATION: ZERO-SUM HOUSING & BUILDINGS
Location: Crossroads at Big Creek
From:7/15/2009 To 7/15/2009
7-8:30pm. The Race to Zero-Sum Housing and Buildings. The Door County Environmental Council presents Green Architect, Virge Temme, AIA, with a program on the new and different building techniques being used to achieve zero-sum building both here and in Europe. The program is free and open to the public.

PIPKA’S COLLAGE CLASS
Location: Pipka’s Private Studio, 2322 Mill Rd.
From:7/15/2009 To 7/15/2009
9am-5pm. Pipka will teach the very basics of collages as well as intermediate and master-level techniques to produce a work of art! Collage elements will include unique papers, found items, stamping techniques, embellishments and more. Call 920-854-4392 or 800-829-9235 for more information or to register. Class size is limited for personal attention. Cost: $75.

SISTER BAY SHOWCASE
Location: Throughout Town
From:7/16/2009 To 7/18/2009
Special treats offered in all Sister Bay businesses, entertainment, drawings for gift certificates, and other specials. For information call 920-854-2812 or visit www.sisterbaytourism.com.

AMISH QUILT SHOW AND SALE
Location: Sister Bay Village Hall
From:7/16/2009 To 7/19/2009
9am-5pm daily. For information call 920-823-2288 or visit www.jacksonportcraftcottage.com.

THE ART OF MUSIC SUMMER SERIES: MEG HUTCHINSON
Location: Door County Outpost
From:7/16/2009 To 7/16/2009
7:30pm. Combining her storytelling folk style with tasteful, intimate production, Meg’s sweet, earthy vocals have been the hallmark of her music. She is indeed one fof the great voices of the next generation of acoustic musicians. Tickets: $10. Concert menu offered with specialty beer, wine and desserts. Come early for pre-show featured wine tasting! 920-493-5979.

COMMUNITY MOSAIC PROJECT EXHIBIT
Location: The Hardy Gallery on Anderson Dock
From:7/17/2009 To 8/30/2009
The Hardy Gallery’s second annual Community Mosaic Project Exhibit will be on display July 18-August 30. The opening reception will be held July 17 from 5-7pm. This project is an outreach effort by The Hardy focusing on encouraging a community-wide united arts effort. 350 individual canvases were created by both professional and novice artists. These canvases will be constructed into a colorful mosaic. Individual canvases will be sold in a blind buy for $25 each to benefit the Hardy.854-2210.

2009 COLLECTION INVITATIONAL EXHIBITION
Location: The Hardy Gallery on Anderson Dock
From:7/17/2009 To 8/30/2009
The Hardy Gallery is pleased to announce its annual Collection Invitational Exhibition and Collector’s Choice Benefit, which will be on display from July 18-August 30. The opening reception will be on July 17th from 5-7pm, with a preceding social hour for Hardy members from 4-5pm. This exhibit presents works of art by professional regional artists and highlights 2 works from each artist, one for display, one a donation to support the Gallery. Bids may be placed through 12pm on Aug. 30.854-2210.

HANDMADE PAPER CLASSES: FLOWERS OF DOOR COUNTY
Location: Woodwalk Gallery
From:7/17/2009 To 7/19/2009
9am-12pm. Woodwalk and Kirsten Christianson are pleased to invite you to experience a SENSE OF PLACE in an interrelated series of workshops throughout the summer. Using natural materials, found objects, sentimental relics and other special things, you will create beautiful paper, pages, mats, frames and displays. Open to all ages, lots for kids to do and enjoy. Register by calling 920-559-0585.

ONE MAN MUSICAL: SCRAPS OF QUILTING MUSIC
Location: Ephraim Village Hall
From:7/17/2009 To 7/17/2009
7-9pm. Scraps of Quilting Music is a one man musical celebration of Quilting in America through story and song presented by award-winning Wisconsin folk singer Lil Rev. Tickets are $10 and are available at the door. 414-305-2328.

HANDMADE PAPER WORKSHOP FOR ALL AGES
Location: Woodwalk Gallery
From:7/17/2009 To 7/19/2009
9am-noon. Using local plants, fibers, flowers and found objects, handmade paper, environmental artist Kirsten Christianson invites grandparents and grandkids, parents, artists, non-artists and adventurers to come make paper together. Each workshop will have a different theme but all will inspire a sence of place and creativity. Classes held in Woodwalk Gallery’s lower level classrom, fields and woods. Cost: $50. To register call 920-868-2912.

CREATIVE KIDS DAY - AMERICAN FOLKLORE THEATRE
Location: AFT Stage in Peninsula State Park
From:7/17/2009 To 7/17/2009
9:30am-Noon and 1pm-3:30pm. Kids will have a chance to look behind the scenes of a professional theater. This annual “casting call for creative kids” provides an opportunity for children ages 5-16 to spend a few hours with AFT company members and volunteers. Participants will spend the day playing theater games, joining in on cast sing-alongs, and sneaking a rare peek inside the AFT dressing room. $20 per child, max $50 for 3 siblings or more. Call 920-854-6117 to register.

TOWN OF SEVASTOPOL�S SESQUICENTENNIAL CELEBRATION
Location: Sevastopol Town Park
From:7/18/2009 To 7/18/2009
Join Sevastopol in celebrating their 150th anniversary. Parade at 10am. Music by the UW Madison Marching Band with a 5th quarter at the Town Park, Ben Larsen and Dan Mayhew, and The Leist Boys. Activities will include Harley the Camel, Shriners, antique car show, antique tractors, art fair, games for kids, baseball games, Door Devils and Memorial motorcycle groups, and fireworks at dusk at the Olde Stone Quarry Park. Pig Roast, burgers, brats and more! Free admission, open to the public

SONGWRITING WORKSHOP
Location: Door Community Auditorium
From:7/18/2009 To 7/18/2009
2pm. Carrie newcomer presents “Writing Mindfully” a songwriting workshop. Tickets: $20 (discounted fee of $10 with purchase of a ticket’to Carrie’s performance at 8pm that night). To order tickets visit www.dcauditorium or call our box office during business hours at 920-868-2728.

JAZZ IN JACKSONPORT
Location: Lakeside Park
From:7/18/2009 To 7/18/2009
Music on Saturday afternoon at Lakeside Park. Jeanne Kuhns and Friends perform from 3-4:30pm. For information call: 920-823-2288 or visit www.jacksonport.net.

CARRIE NEWCOMER IN CONCERT
Location: Door Community Auditorium
From:7/18/2009 To 7/18/2009
8pm. Spirit and song. Tickets: $26/$22/$18. To order tickets visit www.dcauditorium or call our box office during business hours at 920-868-2728.

DOOR COUNTY TRIATHLON
Location: Murphy Park
From:7/18/2009 To 7/19/2009
All participants recieve a medal, t-shirt, and free food and beverage at the finish. For registration and information visit www.doorcountytriathlon.com or call 920-606-2458.

ART & CRAFT FAIR & ANTIQUE FARM IMPLEMENT EXHIBIT
Location: Liberty Grove Historical Society
From:7/18/2009 To 7/19/2009
Sat 10am-5pm, Sun 10am-4pm. Juried Art & Craft Fair and Antique Tractor and Farm Implement Exhibit. Artwork, handcrafted treasures, jewelry, photography and more. Artists demonstrations. Tractor parade. Hit and Miss engine demos. Annual and perennial plant sale. 1800 Log Home Museum tours. Fundraiser for Liberty Grove Historical Society. 11871 Hwy 42. Great food and beverages, rain or shine. Free parking. For information call: 920-839-5022.

HERITAGE PROGRAM
Location: Corner of the Past
From:7/18/2009 To 7/18/2009
9-11am. Arvid Munson, Chair Caning. Hwy 57 at Country Lane and Fieldcrest Rd. 1 1/2 miles south of downtown Sister Bay.

DOOR COUNTY LEAGUE BASEBALL GAME
Location: Institute Town Park
From:7/18/2009 To 7/18/2009
8pm. Enjoy affordable family fun! Attend a Door County League baseball game. Food and drink available for sale at concessions stands. Tonight�s game: Baileys Harbor at Institute.

OPENING RECEPTION - EXHIBIT III
Location: Edgewood Orchard Galleries
From:7/18/2009 To 7/18/2009
4-7pm. Edgewood Orchard Galleries will be hosting a reception to meet the artists whose work is featured in Edgewood Orchard’s third exhibit of the season. Refreshments will be served, and the public is welcome. 920-868-3579.

NARRATED, DOCENT LED WALKING TOUR OF THE CLEARING
Location: The Clearing Folk School
From:7/18/2009 To 7/18/2009
1pm. The 74 year history, folklore and landscape of The Clearing will be the subject of free interpretive walking tours of The Clearing’s historic buildings and campus. The walking terrain is rugged in places, and sturdy walking shoes are recommended. The tour is two hours and begins at 1pm at the Jens Jensen Visitor Center, 12171 Garrett Bay Rd, Ellison Bay. Advance registration is encouraged. 920-854-4088.

FREE FAMILY CONCERT AT BIRCH CREEK
Location: Birch Creek Music Performance Center
From:7/18/2009 To 7/18/2009
1pm. Free Percussion & Steel Band concert for families at the 40-acre Birch Creek Campus. For information call: 920-868-3763 or visit www.birchcreek.org.

SUMMER CHERRY HARVEST FEST
Location: Orchard Country Winery & Market
From:7/18/2009 To 7/18/2009
Live music, free wine tours and tasting. Cherry Pit Spit contest, cherry pie eating contest, pick your own cherries, food demonstrations, craft booths, great door prizes and children’s activities. Fun for the whole family! For information call 920-868-3479 or visit www.orchardcountry.com.

ELDERHOSTEL - THE DOOR COUNTY EXPERIENCE
Location: Wagon Trail Resort
From:7/19/2009 To 7/24/2009
Discover miles of breathtaking shoreline, unique geological formations and charming historic communities. Enjoy comfortable lodging, delicious meals and stimulating classes, discussion and field trips. Program highlights include classes and stops at historical attractions and museums. Cost $785 per person double occupancy. Get yourself to Door County and we’ll take care of the rest. Pre-registration required through Elderhostel at 877-426-8056 or www.elderhostel.org/12334RJ.

DOOR COUNTY LEAGUE BASEBALL GAMES
Location: Various Locations
From:7/19/2009 To 7/19/2009
Enjoy affordable family fun! Attend a Door County League baseball game. Games start at 1:30pm unless otherwise noted. Food and drink available for sale at concessions stands. Today’s games: West Jacksonport at Egg Harbor, Washington Island at Maplewood and Kolberg at Sister Bay.

PLEIN AIR FESTIVAL
Location: Countywide
From:7/19/2009 To 8/1/2009
Peninsula School of Art will host over 40 artists from Door County and across the country. Free events for families and visitors will be held throughout the week. An exhibit and sale of the artists’ work will begin with a Collector’s Preview and Gala Auction on Friday July 24th. Saturday, July 25th, watch over 100 artists paint during the Dockside Quick-Paint in Fish Creek. Painting begins at 9am, followed by a live auction of works at noon. Info: 920-868-3455.

WATERFRONT CONCERT: BIG MOUTH
Location: Door County Maritime Museum
From:7/19/2009 To 7/19/2009
7pm. On the lawn at the Door County Maritime Museum in Sturgeon Bay. Tonight’s performance is by Big Mouth. Admission is free. Sundaes!

NARRATED, DOCENT LED WALKING TOUR OF THE CLEARING
Location: The Clearing Folk School
From:7/19/2009 To 7/19/2009
1pm. The 74 year history, folklore and landscape of The Clearing will be the subject of free interpretive walking tours of The Clearing’s historic buildings and campus. The walking terrain is rugged in places, and sturdy walking shoes are recommended. The tour is two hours and begins at 1pm at the Jens Jensen Visitor Center, 12171 Garrett Bay Rd, Ellison Bay. Advance registration is encouraged. 920-854-4088.

SUNSET CONCERT SERIES: WILLY PORTER
Location: Peg Egan Performing Arts Center
From:7/19/2009 To 7/19/2009
7pm. An acoustic picker with the Olympian speed of Leo Kottke bolstered by rootsy vocals and twisting, offbeat lyrics that evoke John Hiatt. Admission is free. Concessions provided by Harbor Landing. Bring your lawn chairs and blankets. In case of rain out, event will be held indoors at the Orchards Golf Course. Info: 920-493-5979.

MONDAY NIGHT CONCERT IN EPHRAIM
Location: Harborside Park
From:7/20/2009 To 7/20/2009
7-9pm. Free entertainment in Harborside Park, 9986 Water St./Hwy 42 (next to Wilson’s). Local businesses will be open for late-night shopping, dining and activities on concert nights! Visit our website for more information or call the Ephraim Visitor Information Center at 920-854-4989. Tonight: Highland Road plays bluegrass, some folk and country. www.Ephraim-DoorCounty.com.

CAMP CONFIDENCE
Location: Team Leadership Center
From:7/20/2009 To 7/22/2009
10am-3pm each day. A three day camp for youth ages 10-14. Throughout the three days, participants will focus on self-esteem enhancement, leadership development, problem-solving and building communication skills, through the use of the high and low ropes course. Get ready to climb while being supported by the rest of the team! Lunch is included each day. For more information call 920-746-9999.

OLD FASHONED ICE CREAM SOCIAL
Location: Old Anderson House Museum/Corner of the Past
From:7/21/2009 To 7/21/2009
6-8pm. For information call: 920-854-7680 or 920-854-9242.

PENINSULA STATE PARK NATURE PROGRAM
Location: Peninsula State Park
From:7/21/2009 To 7/21/2009
10-11:30am. Wild About Wolves. Nature Center. Peninsula welcomes Newport State Park Manager Michelle Hefty, who will teach us about wolf adaptations and behavior. Discover whether or not wolves really are in Door County. After Michelle’s 30 minute talk, kids will have the option to craft wolf origami, listen to a howling good story, and see a stuffed wolf. Michelle will stick aroung to answer questions. State Park Vehicle Sticker required. 920-854-5976.

FAIR TRADE FOR TALENT COMPETITION
Location: Door County Outpost
From:7/21/2009 To 7/21/2009
7pm. Fair Trade for Talent night round 4, the fourth of six consecutive Tuesday night events with the Grand Finale on Saturday August 15th. This is an American Idol with a unique twist. Join us and our panel of 3 celebrity judges for a fun evening of music with 3 bands/musicians in the spotlight competing for a $2000+ prize fund. The Outpost has an intimate concert environment and serves food/wine/beer with a special concert night menu. Admission: $7. 920-868-4321.

WATERFRONT CONCERT: THE NICKS
Location: Door County Maritime Museum
From:7/22/2009 To 7/22/2009
7pm. On the lawn at the Door County Maritime Museum in Sturgeon Bay. Tonight�s performance is by The Nicks. Admission is free. Sundaes!

OLDE FASHIONED ICE CREAM SOCIAL
Location: The Clearing Folk School
From:7/22/2009 To 7/22/2009
Come visit The Clearing Folk School and enjoy an Olde Fashioned Ice Cream Social. This fun, 2-hour event starts at 7pm at the Jens Jensen Center, 12171 Garrett Bay Rd., in Ellison Bay. Come and enjoy! This event is free and open to the public. 920-854-4088.

THE ART OF MUSIC SUMMER SERIES: JOE & VICKI PRICE
Location: Door County Outpost
From:7/23/2009 To 7/23/2009
7:30pm. Husband and wife duo Joe and Vicki Price don’t just play the blues, they live the blues, and you can feel it in Vicki’s aching vocals and Joe’s soulful slide guitar. Joe’s stinging guitar buzzes like a bee around Vicki’s honey-like vocals and rhythm guitar. They go together like sugar and spice. Tickets: $10. Concert menu offered with specialty beer, wine and desserts. Come early for pre-show featured wine tasting! 920-493-5979.

PENINSULA STATE PARK NATURE PROGRAM
Location: Peninsula State Park
From:7/23/2009 To 7/23/2009
10-11:30am. Incredible Insects. Nature Center. Entomologist Linda Willams a.k.a. Bug Woman, will reveal amazing facts about six-legged critters. Then, we’ll sweep a meadow for bugs and craft bugs to keep. State Park vehicle sticker required. 920-854-5976.

PLEIN AIR PAINT DAY
Location: Edgewood Orchard Galleries
From:7/23/2009 To 7/23/2009
10am-5pm. Edgewood Orchard Galleries will be hosting numerous plein air painters that are part of the Peninsula School of Art’s Plein Air Festival. The gallery grounds are open to the public, and refreshments will be served. 920-868-3579.

DOOR COUNTY ANTIQUE SHOW
Location: Gibraltar High School, Hwy 42
From:7/23/2009 To 7/25/2009
10am-5pm. Sponsored by the Sister Bay Lion’s Club. 35 professional dealers and crystal and china repair on site! Quality and variety to rival the biggest show. Exceptional Country, Victorian, Mission & Deco Antiques and Primitives and Precious Jewelry. Admission $5, good all days, under 16 free. Info: 715-355-5144.

HAUNTED TROLLEY PUB CRAWL
Location: Various Pubs and Taverns
From:7/24/2009 To 7/24/2009
Guests enjoy the ’intoxicating’ tales of the peninsula’s haunted pubs and taverns. Offered by Door County Trolley. Limited seating. Call 920-868-1100.

HANDMADE PAPER CLASSES: BIRDS & BUTTERFLIES
Location: Woodwalk Gallery
From:7/24/2009 To 7/26/2009
Woodwalk and Kirsten Christianson are pleased to invite you to experience a SENSE OF PLACE in an interrelated series of workshops throughout the summer. Using natural materials, found objects, sentimental relics and other special things, you will create beautiful paper, pages, mats, frames and displays. Open to all ages, lots for kids to do and enjoy. Register by calling 920-559-0585.

UNITED STATES COAST GUARD BAND IN CONCERT
Location: Door Community Auditorium
From:7/24/2009 To 7/24/2009
8pm. A proud history of patriotism. Ticktets: to secure free tickets contact the DCA box office, limit of 4 tickets will be issued per request. 920-868-2728.

DEB BRILLA JEWELRY TRUNK SHOW
Location: Edgewood Orchard Galleries
From:7/24/2009 To 7/26/2009
10am-5pm. Edgewood Orchard Galleries will be hosting a jewelry trunk show for well-known jeweler Deb Brilla. The public is welcome, and refreshments will be served. 920-868-3579.

CARLSVILLE DAY
Location: Downtown
From:7/25/2009 To 7/25/2009
8th Annual Carlsville Day. Parade at 10am. Food, live music, and activities at the Dairy View Country Store and Door Peninsula Winery. Art & Craft vendors until 5pm. Art & Craft info: 920-743-2228, info@petexp.com, or www.carlsvilledoorcounty.com.

REC RUN
Location: Washington Island
From:7/25/2009 To 7/25/2009
Registration starts at 8:30am for the 2 and 5k Walk/Run and 10k Run. Race begins at 10am. All entries receive a t-shirt and participation ribbon. Trophies awarded for top three division placers. Pre-registration $20; $25 day of race. For information call: 920-847-2226 or email therec@dcwis.com.

JAZZ IN JACKSONPORT
Location: Lakeside Park
From:7/25/2009 To 7/25/2009
Music on Saturday afternoon in Lakeside Park. The Birch Creek Ambassadors will perform from 3-4:30pm. For information call: 920-823-2288 or visit www.jacksonport.net.

CHERRY SEASON AT SEAQUIST’S
Location: Seaquist Orchards Farm Market
From:7/25/2009 To 7/25/2009
9am-6pm. A special day of fun at Wisconsin’s largest cherry orchards includes a cherry pie eating contest, throw a pie at our baker, cherry pit spit competition (with great prizes!), lots of food, face painting, pick your own cherries, orchard tours and make your own cherry pies. We’ll have local vendors with farm fresh produce on hand too! Enjoy a summer day with your family at our market, playground and orchards. 920-854-4199.

SOUTHERN DOOR FIRE DEPARTMENT PICNIC
Location: Forestville Fire Station on Hwy 42
From:7/25/2009 To 7/26/2009
Co-ed softball tournament, motorcycle ride, live entertainment, parade, kids activities, silent auction, cash prize raffle. Food, refreshments, and prize drawings. For information call: 920-487-5458.

K/D SALMON TOURNAMENT
Location: Multiple Locations
From:7/25/2009 To 8/2/2009
27th Annual K/D Salmon Tournament. Participating ports include Sturgeon Bay, Baileys Harbor, Washington Island, Algoma and Kewaunee. More than $40,000 in cash and prizes. Tickets $25 for entire tournament, or $13 for one day. For information call: 920-883-9792 or visit www.kdsalmon.com.

CHRISTMAS IN JULY AT PIPKA’S - SANTA’S HERE!
Location: Pipka’s of Door County, 2340 Mill Rd.
From:7/25/2009 To 7/25/2009
10am-5pm. Each year, Pipka’s celebrates Christmas in July by inviting Santa and Mrs. Claus to visit the shop! The occasion calls for Christmas cookies to sample and photos with Santa. Bring the kids, join the fun and get the perfect picture for your 2009 Christmas cards! 920-854-4392.

HERITAGE PROGRAM
Location: Corner of the Past
From:7/25/2009 To 7/25/2009
9-11am. Jon Hanson, Wood Turning. Hwy 57 at Country Lane and Fieldcrest Rd. 1 1/2 miles south of downtown Sister Bay.

NARRATED, DOCENT LED WALKING TOUR OF THE CLEARING
Location: The Clearing Folk School
From:7/25/2009 To 7/25/2009
1pm. The 74 year history, folklore and landscape of The Clearing will be the subject of free interpretive walking tours of The Clearing’s historic buildings and campus. The walking terrain is rugged in places, and sturdy walking shoes are recommended. The tour is two hours and begins at 1pm at the Jens Jensen Visitor Center, 12171 Garrett Bay Rd, Ellison Bay. Advance registration is encouraged. 920-854-4088.

SAND SCULPTURE CONTEST
Location: Whitefish Dunes State Park
From:7/25/2009 To 7/25/2009
12-3pm. Bring friends and familt to help make sand creations on the beach. Prizes for everyone with grand prized in three categories. Registration at 12pm, judging at 2pm, awards presented at 3pn. Contact the Park for a rule sheet. Come and be creative in the suna nd the sand. State Park sticker required to participate. For information call: 920-823-2400 or email carolyn.rock@wisconsin.gov.

DOOR COUNTY LEAGUE BASEBALL GAMES
Location: Various Locations
From:7/26/2009 To 7/26/2009
Enjoy affordable family fun! Attend a Door County League baseball game. Games start at 1:30pm unless otherwise noted. Food and drink available for sale at concessions stands. Today’s games: Institute at West Jacksonport, Egg Harbor at Kolberg, Sister Bay at Washington Island and Maplewood at Baileys Harbor.

WATERFRONT CONCERT: MIKE RAYE & THE WORKS
Location: Door County Maritime Museum
From:7/26/2009 To 7/26/2009
7pm. On the lawn at the Door County Maritime Museum in Sturgeon Bay. Tonight’s performance is by Mike Raye & The Works. Admission is free. Sundaes!

NARRATED, DOCENT LED WALKING TOUR OF THE CLEARING
Location: The Clearing Folk School
From:7/26/2009 To 7/26/2009
1pm. The 74 year history, folklore and landscape of The Clearing will be the subject of free interpretive walking tours of The Clearing’s historic buildings and campus. The walking terrain is rugged in places, and sturdy walking shoes are recommended. The tour is two hours and begins at 1pm at the Jens Jensen Visitor Center, 12171 Garrett Bay Rd, Ellison Bay. Advance registration is encouraged. 920-854-4088.

SUNSET CONCERT SERIES: PATTY LARKIN
Location: Peg Egan Performing Arts Center
From:7/26/2009 To 7/26/2009
7pm. Patty is a rare combination of talents. Over her 10 CD history, she has honed a reputation as a musician’s musician, working with some of the brightest talents in American music. Admission is free. Concessions provided by Harbor Landing. Bring your lawn chairs and blankets. In case of rain out, event will be held indoors at the Orchards Golf Course. Info: 920-493-5979.

DOOR SHAKESPEARE PRESENTS: THE MERCHANT OF VENICE
Location: Garden at Bjorklunden
From:7/27/2009 To 8/16/2009
Door Shakespeare proudly announces its 2009 season with William Shakespeare’s The Merchant of Venice, in the enchanting Garden at Bjorklunden in Baileys Harbor. Come enjoy an intimate, accessible and thoroughly enjoyable outdoor experience with Shakespeare in a beautiful, natural setting. 920-839-1500.

MONDAY NIGHT CONCERT IN EPHRAIM
Location: Harborside Park
From:7/27/2009 To 7/27/2009
7-9pm. Free entertainment in Harborside Park, 9986 Water St./Hwy 42 (next to Wilson’s). Local businesses will be open for late-night shopping, dining and activities on concert nights! Visit our website for more information or call the Ephraim Visitor Information Center at 920-854-4989. Tonight: Ben There Dan That, Door County’s own contemporary acoustic fun with Ben Larsen and Dan Mayhew. www.Ephraim-DoorCounty.com.

BOOK SIGNING EVENT: GAIL LUKASIK
Location: Novel Ideas Bookstore
From:7/28/2009 To 7/28/2009
1pm. There will be a reading and book signing with Gail Lukasic, author of Death’s Door. This is the second book in her mystery series taking place in Door County. Novel Ideas is located at 8085 Hwy 57 in downtown Baileys Harbor. 920-839-1300.

HOUSE & GARDEN WALK
Location: Various Locations
From:7/28/2009 To 7/28/2009
9am-5pm. Stroll through a showcase of five homes and gardens in the County. Tickets $25. For information call: 920-746-1071 or email dcmhauxiliary@gmail.com. Benefitting the Door County Hospital Auxiliary.