January 2008
ANNUAL POLAR BEAR SWIM - JACKSONPORT
1/1/08 Noon sharp
Join the Jacksonport Polar Bear Club for a refreshing dip in the icy waters of Lake Michigan, as members have done for the last 21 years. Most of the members survived and you can too! For info call 920-823-2231.
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EGG HARBOR NEW YEAR’S DAY PARADE
Downtown Egg Harbor
1/1/08 1:00 pm
Don’t miss this fun and quirky parade. The parade goes on, regardless of the weather.
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DOOR COUNTY TROLLEY - WINTER WONDERLAND TOURS
1/1/08 Pickup countywide 9:15 - 10:00 am.
Trolley guests will tour/taste at an award winning winery, followed by a cozy sleigh ride through the "Door's most wintery landscapes". Top it off with a fireside lunch at the romantic White Gull Inn. Call (920) 868-1100. $51.00 per person. Limited seating available.
FAIRFIELD WINTER ART EXHIBIT
Until 3/16/08
Fairfield Center for Contemporary Art, Sturgeon Bay
Through March 16 in the first-floor Arthur Light Gallery, the Fairfield will exhibit rotating works from its permanent collection, which is centered on the work of Henry Moore. In addition to Moore, who Newsweek called “the sculptor of the (20th) century”, the collection also includes the work of other important modern artists, such as Wassily Kandinsky, Alberto Giacometti and Renee Magritte. 920-746-0001.
WINTER WATERCOLOR WORKSHOP WITH KARI ANDERSON
1/4/08 12:30 - 4:00 pm
Square Rigger Galley Restaurant, Jacksonport
Learn the basics of water color painting or brush up on your skills under the direction of well-known Door County artist Kari Anderson. All supplies provided, or you are welcome to bring your own. Lunch served at 12:30. 3-hour class starts at 1:00 pm. Learn the art of water color painting and enjoy a fabulous lunch along the scenic Lake Michigan shoreline at the Square Rigger Galley restaurant in Jacksonport. Reservations required - call (920) 823-2078. Classes tend to fill up quickly. Lunch included.
FRIDAY AFTERNOON GUIDED SNOWSHOE HIKES
1/4/08 1:00 pm
Ridges Sanctuary, Baileys Harbor
On Friday afternoons in January and February, the Ridges Sanctuary offers guided snowshoe hikes on their trails near Baileys Harbor. The guided hikes, led by a Ridges Sanctuary Naturalist, start at 1:00 pm, and participants should meet at the Upper Range Light, located off of Hwy 57 just north of Baileys Harbor. There is no cost, but donations are appreciated. Bring your own snowshoes or call ahead and reserve a pair from the collection of the Ridges Sanctuary. No reservations are needed, but are encouraged if you plan to borrow a pair of snowshoes. If there’s no snow, we’ll hike anyway! Call The Ridges Sanctuary at (920) 839-2802 for more information.
TALENT NIGHT HOSTED BY ROB ATWOOD
1/4/08 7:00 - 10:00 pm
Square Rigger Galley Restaurant, Jacksonport
Show off your talent to your friends and family at the Square Rigger Galley restaurant, on the Lake Michigan shoreline in Jacksonport. Evening hosted by Rob Atwood. Performers are encouraged to bring their own instruments, but a drum kit and PA system are provided. Non-performers are welcome to come and enjoy the show, too. Performances held in the cozy dining room of the restaurant. Dinner specials, full bar and extensive wine list available all night. For more information, call (920) 823-2408.
FISH CREEK HISTORICAL INNS PROGRESSIVE DINNER WEEKEND
1/4 - 1/5/08
Fish Creek
A moveable feast is the only way to describe a gourmet dinner starting at one of Fish Creek's historic inns, moving to another for the main course, and on to a third for dessert. The eleventh annual Progressive Dinner weekends will once again be hosted by the White Gull, Thorp House and Whistling Swan Inns. Each inn is planning memorable weekend packages, culminating Saturday evening in a five course dinner complete with live music. Progressive Dinners are open to weekend guests of these Inns. For information call 920-868-2444, 888-331-8601 or 920-868-3442.
DOOR COUNTY TROLLEY - WINTER WONDERLAND TOURS
1/5/08
Pickup countywide 9:15 - 10:00 am
Trolley guests will tour/taste at an award winning winery, followed by a cozy sleigh ride through the "Door's most wintery landscapes". Top it off with a fireside lunch at the romantic White Gull Inn. Call (920) 868-1100. $51.00 per person. Limited seating available.
THE SATURDAY SALON
1/5 - 3/29/08
Fairfield Center for Contemporary Art, Sturgeon Bay
The Saturday Salon: Sketching and Painting in the Galleries. Every Saturday afternoon from January 5 through March 29th, the Fairfield will welcome local artists at every level - student, amateur and professional - for an afternoon of drawing and painting in the galleries. The Saturday Salon will be free and open to the public. Info: 920-746-0001.
CONCERT- LUCY HAGEN WITH NORTHBOUND
1/5/08 6:30 - 9:00 pm
Square Rigger Galley Restaurant
Enjoy an evening of live music at the Square Rigger Galley restaurant, on the Lake Michigan shoreline in Jacksonport. Lucy Hagen performs with Northbound for an intimate concert in the cozy dining room of the restaurant. Dinner specials, full bar and extensive wine list available before and during the show. Reservations encouraged, but not required. Info: 920-823-2408.
DOC HEIDE & ERIC LEWIS IN CONCERT
1/5/08 8:00 pm
Door Community Auditorium, Fish Creek
Long time Door County favorites, Doc and Eric will perform instrumentals, classic country, folk and bluegrass tunes as well as some of their original compositions. A highlight of the evening’s performance will be selections performed from Doc and Eric’s new release “Christmas in Door County.” Joining the duo in concert will be guest performers Paul Sowinski, Pat Judy, Lee Becker and Tommy Burroughs. Tickets: $20, $18. Info: 920-868-2728.
LIVING, BREATHING & ACTING THE GRAPES OF WRATH
1/7/08 9:00 am
The Clearing, Ellison Bay
Guests will immerse themselves in Steinbeck’s depression era world through study of both the book and the play. Each guest will be assigned a character or characters from the stage adaptation to study. The group will meet on January 14, 21 and 28 to continue rehearsing the play. Alan Kopischke, Peninsula Players’ current development director, will lead the study, coach acting and direct the group. Advance registration required. Info: 920-854-4088.
COSTUME DESIGN: RESEARCH, RENDERING & REALIZATION
1/7/08 9:30 - 11:30 am
The Clearing, Ellison Bay
Award-winning costume designer Karin Simonson Kopischke will lead guests through the process of costume design. She will use the recent hit opera version of The Grapes of Wrath as an illustrative case study as guests view design research, study techniques and examine the renderings and photos of realized designs from the opera. Advanced registration is required. Info: 920-854-4088.
THE BIG READ KICKOFF
1/7/08 6:30 pm
Door Community Auditorium, Fish Creek
Door County will participate in the National Endowment for the Arts nationwide initiative called The Big Read. Starting on January 7th, Door County residents and visitors will read and explore John Steinbeck’s The Grapes of Wrath. Lt. Gov. Barbara Lawton will introduce this evening of festivities, and a highlight will be a talk by Norbert Blei. Scott Wakefield will sing a Woody Guthrie song or two. Info: 920-868-2295.
BOOK DISCUSSION: THE GRAPES OF WRATH
1/8/08 11:00 am
The Red Cup Coffee Shop, Washington Island
The Red Cup Coffee Shop on Washington Island will host a discussion of The Grapes of Wrath as part of the nationwide initiative The Big Read.
BOOK DISCUSSION: THE GRAPES OF WRATH
1/9/08 2:00 pm
Gibraltar Board Meeting Room Community Center, Fish Creek
There will be a book discussion of The Grapes of Wrath as part of the nationwide initiative The Big Read.
LOU AND PETER BERRYMAN CONCERT
1/9/08
White Gull Inn, Fish Creek
What can we say about the Berrymans that we haven’t already, other than they have been regulars on our series since the beginning, kicking off their first national tour of each year with a White Gull performance, and who: • “Had our first band (a folky band) in high school in 1964. • Had our second band (a jug band) in college in 1966. • Had our brief third and fourth bands in 1969 and 1971. • Were married to each other in 1967. • Had a five year honeymoon in Canada. • Got a divorce in 1974. • Started playing weekly at the Club de Wash in Madison in 1977. • Became a full-time musical duo in 1977. • Finished playing weekly at the Club de Wash in 1987. • Recorded our first of twelve original albums in 1980. • Have the best fans in the biz. • Owe a great debt of thanks to many people, especially our spouses Kristi and Mark, plus the likes of Rodney Scheel and Michael Cooney.” To which we’ll add: amazing songwriters, insightful, funny and very entertaining. Oh, and the only group we’re featuring this year (or any year for that matter) that accompanies themselves on the 12-string guitar and piano accordion. Tickets: $15 Optional Pre-concert Dinner served at 6:00 pm. Menu: Braized short ribs with cream cheese mashed potatoes, caramelized root vegetables, mixed mesclun greens with balsamic vinaigrette. Carrot cake for dessert. $18.95.
EXHIBIT: REMYTH
1/9 - 2/9/08
Fairfield Center for Contemporary Art, Sturgeon Bay
The exhibition features the work of Kewaunee-based artist David F. Starr, including 5 paintings in his ReMyth series as well as three prints, three songs and three paintings that anticipated and informed the series. The show also incorporates an intimate Meet The Artist video. Info: 920-746-0001.
COMEDY CLUB - LANDMARK RESORT
1/10/08
Landmark Resort, Egg Harbor
The Landmark Resort is pleased to host Comedy Club. We bring in top performers from across the country. Don’t be surprised if you see any one of our comics appearing in the next big sit-com. Join us Thursday, January 10, 2008.
COMEDIANS: Roger Radley will take the audience on a trip down the human highway without seat belts or airbags as he shares his insights and stories about everything from medical exams to hunting to playground equipment … maybe he'll even poke a little fun at his "inner Cheesehead." Fresh off the farm and FDA approved, comedian Elle K. will make you laugh at her lighthearted look at life, family, and growing up on the farm. Elle was voted best female comic on the farm. Chicky the hen came in second.
PRICING: The price of admission is $15 for the show only. Your best value is the buffet package; the price is $20 for the dinner and show.
TIMES: We start serving our buffet dinner at 6:30 pm. The Comedy Club performance begins at 8:00 pm.
RESERVATIONS: Call for your reservation ... 868-3205.
WINTER WATERCOLOR WORKSHOP WITH KARI ANDERSON
1/11/08 12:30 - 4:00 pm
Square Rigger Galley Restaurant, Jacksonport
Learn the basics of water color painting or brush up on your skills under the direction of well-known Door County artist Kari Anderson. All supplies provided, or you are welcome to bring your own. Lunch served at 12:30. 3-hour class starts at 1:00 pm. Learn the art of water color painting and enjoy a fabulous lunch along the scenic Lake Michigan shoreline at the Square Rigger Galley restaurant in Jacksonport. Reservations required - call (920) 823-2078. Classes tend to fill up quickly. Lunch included.
FRIDAY AFTERNOON GUIDED SNOWSHOE HIKES
1/11/08 1:00 pm
Ridges Sanctuary, Baileys Harbor
On Friday afternoons in January and February, the Ridges Sanctuary offers guided snowshoe hikes on their trails near Baileys Harbor. The guided hikes, led by a Ridges Sanctuary Naturalist, start at 1:00 pm, and participants should meet at the Upper Range Light, located off of Hwy 57 just north of Baileys Harbor. There is no cost, but donations are appreciated. Bring your own snowshoes or call ahead and reserve a pair from the collection of the Ridges Sanctuary. No reservations are needed, but are encouraged if you plan to borrow a pair of snowshoes. If there’s no snow, we’ll hike anyway! Call The Ridges Sanctuary at (920) 839-2802 for more information.
TALENT NIGHT HOSTED BY ROB ATWOOD
1/11/08 7:00 - 10:00 pm
Square Rigger Galley Restaurant, Jacksonport
Show off your talent to your friends and family at the Square Rigger Galley restaurant, on the Lake Michigan shoreline in Jacksonport. Evening hosted by Rob Atwood. Performers are encouraged to bring their own instruments, but a drum kit and PA system are provided. Non-performers are welcome to come and enjoy the show, too. Performances held in the cozy dining room of the restaurant. Dinner specials, full bar and extensive wine list available all night. For more information, call (920) 823-2408.
ADAPTING THE GREAT AMERICAN NOVEL INTO OPERA
1/11/08 7:00 pm
Bjorklunden, Baileys Harbor
Bjorklunden will host "Adapting the Great American Novel into the Great American Opera". At this event, the creative team behind the opera The Grapes of Wrath - composer Ricky Ian Gordon, librettist Michael Korie and director Eric Simonson - will discuss the process of interpreting and adapting the novel into opera for today’s audiences. Gordon also will play and sing selections from the opera. Info: 920-839-2216.
LECTURE: THE NATURE OF MADNESS
1/11/08 9:00 am
Door Community Auditorium, Fish Creek
Dr. Ray Zurawski of St. Norbert College. How is madness defined, assessed, diagnosed, and classified by mental health professionals: What are the causes of disorders such as phobias, depression, schizophrenia and multiple personalities? How does the mind of a psychopath differ from that of a mentally healthy individual? This presentation will explore answers to these questions and others in an overview of the nature of psychological abnormality. Info: 920-868-2728.
MUSICAL COMEDY: THE SWORD CALLED EXCALIBUR
1/11 - 1/12/08 Friday at 7:00 pm, Saturday at 1:00 pm
Third Avenue Playhouse, Sturgeon Bay
Children's Stage Adventures returns with an original musical comedy based on the legends of young King Arthur. Performed by the students of St. John Bosco School. Tickets: $5 Adults/$3 Children. Info: 920-743-1760.
DOOR COUNTY TROLLEY PROGRESSIVE DINNER OUTING
1/12/08
Pick up at 5:00 pm at Orchard Country Winery, Fish Creek
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. $70 per person. Call 920-868-1100 for details/reservations.
DOOR COUNTY TROLLEY - WINTER WONDERLAND TOURS
1/12/08 Pickup countywide 9:15 - 10:00 am.
Trolley guests will tour/taste at an award winning winery, followed by a cozy sleigh ride through the "Door's most wintery landscapes". Top it off with a fireside lunch at the romantic White Gull Inn. Call (920) 868-1100. $51.00 per person. Limited seating available.
FIRESIDE COFFEEHOUSE CONCERT: JANA HOLLAND
1/12/08 7:00 pm
Door Community Auditorium, Fish Creek
Jana Holland grew up singing the hymns of old with her grandmother and mother. Visiting nursing homes and homeless shelters, the singer/songwriter/musician developed a powerful understanding of injustice and a passion for the wounded and down-trodden. In a melodic voice both deep and angelic, Jana’s emotional, intellectual and spiritual music provides a vehicle of expression for those who cannot speak for themselves. Tickets: $14. Info: 920-868-2728.
BOOK DISCUSSION: THE GRAPES OF WRATH
1/16/08 11:00 am
Village Green Lodge, Ephraim
The Village Green Lodge will host a book discussion of The Grapes of Wrath as part of the nationwide initiative The Big Read.
BOOK DISCUSSION: THE GRAPES OF WRATH
1/16/08 10:30 am
The Bridge Coffee House, Egg Harbor
The Bridge will host a book discussion of The Grapes of Wrath as part of the nationwide initiative The Big Read.
THE GRAPES OF WRATH: A VISUAL STORY
1/16 - 3/1/08
Fairfield Center for Contemporary Art, Sturgeon Bay
This exhibit will incorporate photos of the Depression-Era conditions that inspired Steinbeck to write The Grapes of Wrath, as well as images from works inspired by the novel, including book jacket art, movie stills and photos and renderings from both play and opera. Info: 920-746-0001.
SCREENING OF THE GRAPES OF WRATH FILM
1/18/08 1:00 pm
Sister Bay/Liberty Grove Library, Sister Bay
The Sister Bay/Liberty Grove Library will host a screening of the Academy Award-winning film directed by John Ford and starring Henry Fonda and John Carradine.
WINTER WATERCOLOR WORKSHOP WITH KARI ANDERSON
1/18/08 12:30 - 4:00 pm
Square Rigger Galley Restaurant, Jacksonport
Learn the basics of water color painting or brush up on your skills under the direction of well-known Door County artist Kari Anderson. All supplies provided, or you are welcome to bring your own. Lunch served at 12:30. 3-hour class starts at 1:00 pm. Learn the art of water color painting and enjoy a fabulous lunch along the scenic Lake Michigan shoreline at the Square Rigger Galley restaurant in Jacksonport. Reservations required - call (920) 823-2078. Classes tend to fill up quickly. Lunch included.
FRIDAY AFTERNOON GUIDED SNOWSHOE HIKES
1/18/08 1:00 pm
Ridges Sanctuary, Baileys Harbor
On Friday afternoons in January and February, the Ridges Sanctuary offers guided snowshoe hikes on their trails near Baileys Harbor. The guided hikes, led by a Ridges Sanctuary Naturalist, start at 1:00 pm, and participants should meet at the Upper Range Light, located off of Hwy 57 just north of Baileys Harbor. There is no cost, but donations are appreciated. Bring your own snowshoes or call ahead and reserve a pair from the collection of the Ridges Sanctuary. No reservations are needed, but are encouraged if you plan to borrow a pair of snowshoes. If there’s no snow, we’ll hike anyway! Call The Ridges Sanctuary at (920) 839-2802 for more information.
TALENT NIGHT HOSTED BY ROB ATWOOD
1/18/08 7:00 - 10:00 pm
Square Rigger Galley Restaurant, Jacksonport
Show off your talent to your friends and family at the Square Rigger Galley restaurant, on the Lake Michigan shoreline in Jacksonport. Evening hosted by Rob Atwood. Performers are encouraged to bring their own instruments, but a drum kit and PA system are provided. Non-performers are welcome to come and enjoy the show, too. Performances held in the cozy dining room of the restaurant. Dinner specials, full bar and extensive wine list available all night. For more information, call (920) 823-2408.
CELEBRATING SINATRA
1/18 - 1/19/08 Friday & Saturday 7:30 pm
Third Avenue Playhouse, Sturgeon Bay
Featuring Vocalist Dino Biliotti & John Salerno's Open Interest Jazz Combo.
Reminiscent of Frank Sinatra's famed Rat Pack and featuring the best of Old Blue Eyes.
Tickets: $15 Adults/$12 Senior/$8 Children. Info: 920-743-1760.
FISH CREEK HISTORICAL INNS PROGRESSIVE DINNER WEEKEND
1/18 - 1/19/08
Fish Creek
A moveable feast is the only way to describe a gourmet dinner starting at one of Fish Creek's historic inns, moving to another for the main course, and on to a third for dessert. The eleventh annual Progressive Dinner weekends will once again be hosted by the White Gull, Thorp House and Whistling Swan Inns. Each inn is planning memorable weekend packages, culminating Saturday evening in a five course dinner complete with live music. Progressive Dinners are open to weekend guests of these Inns. For information call 920-868-2444, 888-331-8601 or 920-868-3442.
DOOR COUNTY TROLLEY - WINTER WONDERLAND TOURS
1/19/08 Pickup countywide 9:15 - 10:00 am.
Trolley guests will tour/taste at an award winning winery, followed by a cozy sleigh ride through the "Door's most wintery landscapes". Top it off with a fireside lunch at the romantic White Gull Inn. Call (920) 868-1100. $51.00 per person. Limited seating available.
CONCERT - VANCE TOIVONEN
1/19/08 6:30 - 9:00 pm
Square Rigger Galley Restaurant, Jacksonport
Enjoy an evening of live music at the Square Rigger Galley restaurant, on the Lake Michigan shoreline in Jacksonport. Vance Toivonen performs with a special guest for an intimate concert in the cozy dining room of the restaurant. Dinner specials, full bar and extensive wine list available before and during the show. Reservations encouraged, but not required. Info: (920) 823-2408.
SCREENING OF THE GRAPES OF WRATH FILM
1/22/08 1:00 pm
Jane Greene Room, Sturgeon Bay Library, Sturgeon Bay
Screening of the Academy Award-winning film directed by John Ford and starring Henry Fonda and John Carradine and book discussion.
WINTER WATERCOLOR WORKSHOP WITH KARI ANDERSON
1/23 - 1/25/08 12:30 - 4:00 pm
Square Rigger Galley Restaurant, Jacksonport
Special three day water color workshop class. Learn the basics of water color painting or brush up on your skills under the direction of well-known Door County artist Kari Anderson. All supplies provided, or you are welcome to bring your own. Lunch served at 12:30. 3-hour class starts at 1:00 pm. Learn the art of water color painting and enjoy a fabulous lunch along the scenic Lake Michigan shoreline at the Square Rigger Galley restaurant in Jacksonport. Reservations required - call (920) 823-2078. Classes tend to fill up quickly. Lunch included.
BOOK DISCUSSION: NOVEL IDEAS
1/23/08 6:00 pm
Novel Ideas Bookstore, Baileys Harbor
Novel Ideas Bookstore will host a book discussion of The Grapes of Wrath as part of the nationwide initiative The Big Read.
BOOK DISCUSSION: THE GRAPES OF WRATH
1/25/08 11:30 am
Base Camp Coffee Shop, Sister Bay
Base Camp Coffee Shop in Sister Bay will host a book discussion of The Grapes of Wrath as part of the nationwide initiative The Big Read.
FRIDAY AFTERNOON GUIDED SNOWSHOE HIKES
1/25/08 1:00 pm
Ridges Sanctuary, Baileys Harbor
On Friday afternoons in January and February, the Ridges Sanctuary offers guided snowshoe hikes on their trails near Baileys Harbor. The guided hikes, led by a Ridges Sanctuary Naturalist, start at 1:00 pm, and participants should meet at the Upper Range Light, located off of Hwy 57 just north of Baileys Harbor. There is no cost, but donations are appreciated. Bring your own snowshoes or call ahead and reserve a pair from the collection of the Ridges Sanctuary. No reservations are needed, but are encouraged if you plan to borrow a pair of snowshoes. If there’s no snow, we’ll hike anyway! Call The Ridges Sanctuary at (920) 839-2802 for more information.
TALENT NIGHT HOSTED BY ROB ATWOOD
1/25/08 7:00 - 10:00 pm
Square Rigger Galley Restaurant, Jacksonport
Show off your talent to your friends and family at the Square Rigger Galley restaurant, on the Lake Michigan shoreline in Jacksonport. Evening hosted by Rob Atwood. Performers are encouraged to bring their own instruments, but a drum kit and PA system are provided. Non-performers are welcome to come and enjoy the show, too. Performances held in the cozy dining room of the restaurant. Dinner specials, full bar and extensive wine list available all night. For more information, call (920) 823-2408.
DOOR COUNTY TROLLEY - WINTER WONDERLAND TOURS
1/26/08 Pickup countywide 9:15 - 10:00 am.
Trolley guests will tour/taste at an award winning winery, followed by a cozy sleigh ride through the "Door's most wintery landscapes". Top it off with a fireside lunch at the romantic White Gull Inn. Call (920) 868-1100. $51.00 per person. Limited seating available.
LECTURE: WHATEVER HAPPENED TO SCHOOL DESEGREGATION
1/26/08 9:00 am
Door Community Auditorium, Fish Creek
Dr. Lawrence McAndrews. On the 17th of May, 1954, The United States Supreme Court ended school segregation. A controversial high-profile issue when the decision was handed down, school desegregation is a virtual afterthought four decades later. Dr. McAndrews will present a brief overview of the policies of the presidential administrations of Lyndon Johnson through George W. Bush. Info: 920-868-2728.
DOOR COUNTY TROLLEY PROGRESSIVE DINNER OUTING
1/26/08
Pick up at 5:00 pm at Orchard Country Winery, Fish Creek
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. $70 per person. Call 920-868-1100 for details/reservations.
CANDLELIGHT SKI
1/26/08 6:00 - 9:00 pm
Whitefish Dunes State Park, Jacksonport
Snow covered trails; soft swish of the skis combined with candles describes the scenery at this annual candlelight ski. Join the Friends of Whitefish Dunes State Park for a night of skiing and fun. The picnic shelter will be open and the fireplace lit. Hot beverages and cookies will be provided to warm the insides and provide energy. A park vehicle admission sticker is required, but the event is free. Candlelight Hike will be held if not enough snow for skiing. Info: 920-823-2400.
CONCERT - RUSS FAIRTHORNE
1/26/08 6:30 - 9:00 pm
Square Rigger Galley Restaurant, Jacksonport
Enjoy an evening of live music at the Square Rigger Galley restaurant, on the Lake Michigan shoreline in Jacksonport. Russ Fairthorne performs an intimate concert in the cozy dining room of the restaurant. Dinner specials, full bar and extensive wine list available before and during the show. Reservations encouraged, but not required. Info: (920) 823-2408.
SCREENING OF THE GRAPES OF WRATH FILM
1/26/08 2:00 pm & 7:00 pm
Third Avenue Playhouse, Sturgeon Bay
Third Avenue Playhouse will host a screening of the Academy Award-winning film The Grapes of Wrath, directed by John Ford, and starring Henry Fonda and John Carradine. Free admission.
FIRESIDE COFFEEHOUSE CONCERT: KITTY DONOHOE
1/26/08 7:00 pm
Door Community Auditorium, Fish Creek
With a wee bit of the Irish, singer/songwriter Kitty Donohoe is a natural storyteller whose performances have earned her accolades from music critics and fans alike. Donohoe will perform in the second of the annual Door Community Auditorium’s Fireside Coffeehouse Concert series. From love song to rousing jig, Donohoe’s lilting three-octave voice is certain to chase away winter’s frosty winds. Tickets: $14. Info: 920-868-2728.
PROGRAM: DUST IN THE WIND
1/27/08 2:00 pm
Crossroads at Big Creek, Sturgeon Bay
Crossroads at Big Creek in Sturgeon Bay will host Dust in the Wind, and exploration of the causes of the Dust Bowl. The event will also include a screening of The Plow that Broke the Plains, comments by Coggin Heeringa and Rik Warch, and student readings.
BOOK DISCUSSION: THE GRAPES OF WRATH
1/30/08 1:30 pm
Sister Bay/Liberty Grove Library, Sister Bay
The Sister Bay/Liberty Grove Library will host a book discussion of The Grapes of Wrath as part of the nationwide initiative The Big Read.
BOOK DISCUSSION: THE GRAPES OF WRATH
1/30/08 5:30 pm
Forestville Branch Library, Forestville
The Forestville Branch Library will host a book discussion of The Grapes of Wrath as part of the nationwide initiative The Big Read.
BOOK DISCUSSION: THE GRAPES OF WRATH
1/31/08 1:00 pm
Fairfield Center for Contemporary Art, Sturgeon Bay
The Fairfield Center for Contemporary Art will host a book discussion of The Grapes of Wrath as part of the Nationwide initiative The Big Read.
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