October 2008
EXHIBIT: ANIMALITY
9/2 - 10/4/2008
Fairfield Art Center, Sturgeon Bay
On Tuesday, September 2, Door County artist Ernest Beutel will open an exhibition titled Animality in Gallery 242, located on the lower level of the Fairfield Art Center. The exhibition will launch with a free reception from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm and refreshments will be served. Beutel’s work can be best described as abstract representationalism, and interpretation of reality with elements of abstraction. Info: 920-746-0001.
PENINSULA PLAYERS: SHERLOCK HOLMES
9/3 - 10/19/2008
Peninsula Players Theatre, Fish Creek
Peninsula Players perform Sherlock Holmes: The Final Adventure, by Steven Dietz. Based on the original 1899 play by William Gillette and Arthur Conan Doyle. The game is afoot as Holmes uses his keen powers of observation and deductive reasoning in what may be his final case. Filled with danger, intrigue, humor and surprise. Tuesday - Saturday 8:00 pm, Sunday 7:00 pm, except Sunday, October 19, 4:00 pm matinee only. Info: 920-868-3287.
EPHRAIM VILLAGE MUSEUMS
Until 10/6/08
Five Historic Locales
Visit five historical Ephraim locales - the Anderson Barn History Center, Anderson Store Museum, Pioneer Schoolhouse and Goodletson Cabin, and the Historic Iverson House. All museums are open from 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Tuesday through Saturday June 13 - August 30. Fall hours are 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Fridays and Saturdays September 5 through October 6. Admission is good for all buildings and includes historic Ephraim walking tours. Adults $5, students 6-18 $3, free for children under 6. Info: 920-854-9688.
HISTORIC EPHRAIM WALKING TOURS
Until 10/10/08
Downtown Ephraim
Guided walking tour of Ephraim, leaving from the Anderson Barn, 3060 Anderson Lane. Walks begin at 10:30 am Tuesday through Friday through September 1. Walking tour included in the admission to Ephraim Village Museums. $5 adults, $3 students 6-18, children under 6 free. Info: 920-854-9688.
EXHIBIT: MICHAEL DOERR - CONTEMPORARY WOODWORKS
Until 10/10/2008
Fairfield Art Center, Sturgeon Bay
Doerr designs and builds handmade wooden furniture in a variety of unique designs for both residential and commercial purposes. The exhibition will run through October 10. Info: 920-746-0001.
SISTER BAY SATURDAY FARMER'S MARKET
Until 10/11/08 8:00 am - noon
Corner of the Past, Sister Bay
Heritage programs 9:00 - 11:00 am. Info: 920-854-9242.
MUSIC AND COMEDY: I’M A BOOMER BABY!
Until 10/25/2008
Mr. G’s Dinner Theatre, Jacksonport
I’m a Boomer, Baby! starring Dan Riley will be presented at Mr. G’s Dinner Theatre in Jacksonport. The show, which is a fun-loving musical romp through the Baby Boomer era, will run Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays from August 26th through October 25th. This year’s show will have a lot of the same music and comedy as last year, but with new segments added. For more information and reservations call 920-823-2100 or visit www.boomerbabyshow.com.
STURGEON BAY SATURDAY FARMERS MARKET
Until 10/25/08 9:00 am - 12:30 pm
Market Square, Michigan & 4th Avenue, Sturgeon Bay
Home grown seasonal produce and handcrafted items every Saturday.
Info: 920-746-2914.
HISTORIC NOBLE HOUSE TOURS
Until 10/18/08
Noble House Museum, Noble Square, Fish Creek
Step into the past by touring the Noble House, circa 1875, with a knowledgeable docent. Hightlights of Fish Creek life in the late 1800s as lived by the Alexander Noble Family. Period room settings and many original artifacts. Tuesday - Sunday 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm. Admission is $3 for adults, $1 for Children.
SEGWAY PT TOUR THROUGH PENINSULA STATE PARK
Until 10/31/2008
Peninsula State Park, Fish Creek
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. Call for reservations. 920-376-0256. Cost $74-$89. Monday through Saturday, 10:00 am and 2:00 pm.
PUMPKIN PATCH FESTIVAL - EGG HARBOR
10/11 - 10/12/08
Downtown Egg Harbor
Family fun all weekend. Children’s activities, outdoor entertainment, food and refreshments, silent auction on Saturday and vote for your favorite scarecrow/pumpkin display throughout the village. Come and join the festivities in Harbor View Park and at the North and South ends of Egg Harbor. 920-868-3717.
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SISTER BAY FALL FESTIVAL
10/17 - 10/19/08
Downtown Sister Bay
Art & Craft booths, children’s activities, food booths, parade, live entertainment, 5 & 10 mile run, ping pong drop, teen dance, and much more! Info: 920-854-2812.
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