November 21, 2008 to November 22, 2008
Location: Various Homes in Northern Door County
Experience the sights and sounds of the holidays over Thanksgiving weekend as you visit some of Northern Door’s finest homes. Each home will be decorated in Christmas finery and offer a variety of entertainment from cookie baking and Santa greeting the kids to caroling. Proceeds go to Northern Door Children’s Center and Gibraltar School’s Extended Student Competition Fund. Tickets at participating retailers countywide. Friday: 4-8pm, Saturday 10am-4pm. 920-854-4244.
November 28, 2008 to November 29, 2008
Although the Noble House closed for the season in mid-October, the docents will reopen the historic home for holiday season visitors.
The Noble House will be open Friday and Saturday from 12-5 p.m. Call 920-868-2091 for more info.
November 29, 2008
Celebrating Magical Holiday Moments
A charming magic show, Season’s Greetings celebrates the world’s holidays against the backdrop of winter’s wonderland. A one-hour performance featuring a mischievous elf, toy soldiers, and snow white doves, children of all ages will delight in the mystery and surprise of magic. Accompanied by music, Tim and Robin Balster celebrate the holidays with fast-paced tricks that sweep the audience into a world of wonder.
Two shows: 3 p.m. and 7 p.m. Tickets are $10 to $18. For more info call 920-868-2728 or visit www.dcauditorium.com
December 5, 2008 to December 6, 2008
Come to Fish Creek for the Historic Inns Progressive Dinner and enjoy a five-course gourmet dinner, accompanied by live music, as you tour three of Fish Creek’s historic inns: White Gull Inn, Whistling Swan Inn and the Thorp House Inn. Call each inn for more information or to book a weekend package.White Gull Inn: 800-624-1987; Whistling Swan Inn: 920-868-3442; Thorp House Inn: 920-868-2444.
December 7, 2008 3:00 pm
“O Holy Night” is the Peninsula Chamber Singers 31st annual Christmas Concert. In celebration of the holiday season “O Holy Night,” a compilation of traditional Christmas carols arranged by the renowned English composer John Rutter will be the featured selection. The choir will also perform holiday music of a lighter nature with special appearances by The Doormen and the BlenDOORs.
Artistic director Merle Colburn will conduct; accompanists are Kathryn Colburn and Katie Swender.
Free and open to the public. For more information call 920-868-2728 or visit www.dcauditorium.com.
December 12, 2008 to December 13, 2008
Come to Fish Creek for the Historic Inns Progressive Dinner and enjoy a five-course gourmet dinner, accompanied by live music, as you tour three of Fish Creek’s historic inns: White Gull Inn, Whistling Swan Inn and the Thorp House Inn. Call each inn for more information or to book a weekend package.White Gull Inn: 800-624-1987; Whistling Swan Inn: 920-868-3442; Thorp House Inn: 920-868-2444.
December 19, 2008 to December 20, 2008
Come to Fish Creek for the Historic Inns Progressive Dinner and enjoy a five-course gourmet dinner, accompanied by live music, as you tour three of Fish Creek’s historic inns: White Gull Inn, Whistling Swan Inn and the Thorp House Inn. Call each inn for more information or to book a weekend package.White Gull Inn: 800-624-1987; Whistling Swan Inn: 920-868-3442; Thorp House Inn: 920-868-2444.
December 20, 2008 8:00 pm
For more than 30 years, the Windham Hill label has celebrated the holidays with the music of some of the world’s finest vocalists, instrumentalists, and songwriters. Winter Solstice is an elegant evening of holiday music featuring seasonal favorites and original compositions. The multi-talented international artists performing in this concert includes composer and pianist Liz Story, Grammy nominee Barbara Higbie, Samite of Uganda, and guitarist Sean Harkness.
Tickets are $28-$38. To purchase tickets or for more information call 920-868-2728 or visit www.dcauditorium.com
December 26, 2008 to December 27, 2008
The historic Noble House in downtown Fish Creek will host a Victorian Christmas from 12-5p.m. during the two days after Christmas. Call 920-868-2091 for more info.
December 27, 2008 8:00 pm
“The Sweetest Music This Side of Heaven”
Celebrate the arrival of the New Year 2009 with “Auld Lang Syne” as performed by one of the most famous Big Bands. Premiered in 1929, band leader Guy Lombardo’s rendition of the Scottish song is world-famous. Under the leadership of Al Pierson, Guy Lombardo’s Royal Canadians continue the tradition of performing the song to enthusiastic audiences around the world. With its distinctive style—featuring exaggerated saxophone vibratos, clipped brass phrases and vocal styling—the Royal Canadians also perform their recognizable standards including “Coquette,” “Seems Like Old Times,” and “Sweethearts on Parade.”
Tickets are $24 and $28. For more info call 920-868-2728 or visit www.dcauditorium.com
January 17, 2009 9:00 am to 11:00 am
Our president-elect will inherit a number of pressing domestic and foreign policy issues from the Bush administration. and one of the most pressing issues will likely be the retirement of one or more members of the U.S. Supreme Court. Dr. Charles Jacobs will explore the future of the Court and it jurisprudence by addressing various questions. Lecture is free to the public. For more info, call 920-868-2728 or visit www.dcauditorium.org.
January 31, 2009 9:00 am to 11:00 am
Recent events have thrown new light on a resurgent Russia, an actor on the regional stage. Is the continuing drama surrounding Georgia a sign of things to come or an isolated instance of Russia legitimately protecting its citizens abroad from exploitation? This presentation by Dr. Joe Tullbane seeks to examine the whys of the current conflict and to provoke a discussion…This lecture is free to the public. For more info, call 920-868-2728 or visit www.dcauditorium.org.
January 31, 2009 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm
The history of the Great Lakes shimmers with images of hard-living, hardworking men and women, their tragedies, adventures, successes and failures. Recreathing the stories of lumberjacks and wooden schooners through words and lyrics, Lee Murdoch’s “Great Lakes Maritime Music” presents historical facts with contemporary insights in a repertoire that is educational, entertaining and enriching. In his songs of the Great Lakes, Lee Murdock provides a window to the past, a sense of community with a rich heritage. Tickets are $14. For more info, call 920-868-2728 or visit www.dcauditorium.org.
February 6, 2009 to February 8, 2009
Come to Fish Creek Feb. 6, 7 & 8 for some fabulous and unique winter fun! The community is gearing up for the 22nd annual Fish Creek Winter Festival.Fish Creek businesses are planning a parade, fireman’s pancake breakfast, chili cook-off, family friendly games, homemade soups, horse-drawn sleigh rides, kites over the bay, wine tastings and a candlelight ski. Hop on the trolley for a free ride around town to check out and shop the beautifully decorated shops, boutiques and parks.
Saturday night promises great entertainment with live music and the now infamous Door County Idol competition! Watch the talented contestants compete at the Door Community Auditorium for the title of 2009 Door County Idol!
Keep checking this website for updated event information and a schedule of activities. Call 1-800-577-1880 or email vacation@fishcreekinfo.com for more information as the 22nd Annual Fish Creek Winter Festival draws near!
We hope you can join us!
February 7, 2009 10:00 am to 5:00 pm
Celebrate winter and National Cherry Month at Orchard Country Winery & Market with complimentary wine and product tastings, horse-drawn sleigh rides, live music, food and fun. For updates and info visit: www.orchardcountry.com.
February 7, 2009 7:00 pm
Door County has talent!
Tickets: $8 Adults/ $5 Students
Competing for the title of “Door County Idol,” some of the peninsula’s most talented young adult singers between the ages of 15 – 19 will perform for a panel of three judges. The audience will actively participate in voting for the Idol’s winning contestant. Producer Kristy Nelson will be assisted by student co-producer Jackie Nelson and intern Tanner Lundquist.
Sponsor: Baylake Bank, Fish Creek Civic Association
Tickets are $5 for students, $8 for adults. Call 920-868-2728 or visit www.dcauditorium.com
February 8, 2009 3:00 pm
The Rose Ensemble: a vocal consort specializing in Renaissance music. Concert at Peninsula School of Art. $30 general admission. Call (920) 854-4060 or visit www.musicfestival.com.
February 13, 2009 8:00 pm
A Valentine’s Delight
For more than forty-five years The Lettermen have romanced audiences with their blended harmonies. Eighteen Gold records worldwide and ten Top-40 albums followed their first hit recording “The Way You Look Tonight,” recorded in 1961. Their universal theme of love and romance has endeared The Lettermen to fans everywhere. Since their name first appeared on a Las Vegas marquee in 1958, The Lettermen have performed over 10,000 sold-out shows. Trio members include Tony Butala, Donovan Scott Tea, and Mark Preston.
Tickets are between $28-$32. For more info or to order tickets call 920-868-2728 or visit www.dcauditorium.com
February 17, 2009 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Humorist and author Micahel Perry writes about what he knows best…growing up in New Auburn, WIsconsin. Through his warm-hearted stories of life in a small town, Michael inspires us to embrace each other and our community. The author of “Population 486: Meeting Your Neighbors One Siren at a Time,” “Truck: A Love Story,” and an essay collection, “Off Main Street,” Michael’s work has appeared in magazines including Esquire and The New York Times magazine. Perry will talk about his upcoming novel, “Never Stand Behind a Sneezing Cow.” This is a free presentation, sponsored in part by a PAA/WAB grant. For more info, call 920-868-2728 or visit www.dcauditorium.org.
February 21, 2009 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Bluegrass is at its heart, Amerian roots music and at its best when performed by an esemble of musicians performing on acoustic stringed instruments. Highland Road - whose band members include Andy Coulson, Tad Gilster, Rick Gordon and Tony Gebauer perform bluegrass in the truest tradition of the Scottish, Irish and English immigrants who inspired the musical storytelling genre. The Highland Road band members perform bluegrass, a bit of country and a smattering of folk music on a variety of instrucments. Tickets are $14. For more info, call 920-868-2728 or visit www.dcauditorium.org.
March 7, 2009 9:00 am to 11:00 am
In many different ways, the process of globalization has accelerated in recent years, and the ramifications for the U.S. economy were not always encouraging. This lecture will draw the emerging picture of the world economy, sketches explanations and ventures guesses regarding the future. Dr. Wolfgang Grassl’s discussion will benefit the non-economist on many markets that have now opened to global competition. This lecture is free to the public. For more info, call 920-868-2728 or visit www.dcauditorium.org.
March 7, 2009 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm
In the long-established tradition of American rural music, Bob Bovee and Gail Heil perform fiddle dance tunes, cowboy songs, blues, rags and sentimental duets in vocal and instrumental harmony. Accompanied by fiddle, banjo, guitar and harmonica, Bovee and Heil blend their voices in musical stories that echo of years past, recalling the roots-folklore of another era. Tickets are $14. For more info, call 920-868-2728 or visit www.dcauditorium.org.
March 21, 2009 9:00 am to 11:00 am
As we age, the ability of the cells of our nervous system to generate or retain memories diminishes, resulting in age-related memory loss. This talk will examine the structures and systems of the brain important to memory and how they function in the retention as well as the loss of memory. Dr. David Bailey will conclude his talk with an explanation of the collaborative research conducted on animals and humans that has led to pioneering treatments for memory loss. This talk is free to the public. For more info, call 920-868-2728 or visit www.dcauditorium.org.
March 21, 2009 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Songwriter/storyteller/performer Lloyd Michalsen conbines his love for music and spinning yarns in a patchwork of tales and tunes. Growing up in an era of parlor music, families gathered for an evening of old songs and fun and faith, Lloyd recreates that living room environment for his audience. Tickets are $14. For more info, call 920-868-2728 or visit www.dcauditorium.org.
April 17, 2009 4:00 pm
Humorist and author Michael Perry writes about what he knows best…growing up in New Auburn, Wisconsin. Through his warm-hearted stories of life in a small town, Michael inspires us to embrace each other and our community. The author of “Population 485: Meeting Your Neighbors One Siren at a Time,” “Truck: A Love Story,” and an essay collection entitled “Off Main Street,” Michael’s work has appeared in magazines including Esquire and The New York Times Magazine. He is a contributing editor for Men’s Health magazine.
Free and open to the public. For more info call 920-868-2728 or visit www.dcauditorium.com
July 17, 2009 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Under the leadership of Kevin Van Ess, the Talk of the Town Trio performs the hottest Dixieland and swing music north of New Orleans, with special salutes to jazz greats. The three-member group has performed internationally. Van Ess has played with entertainers Bob Hope. Bobby Vinton, Marie Osmond, The Dukes of Dixieland and on Bourbon Street in New Orleans. On occasion the trio salutes Wisconsin with a polka! Tickets are $14 each. For more info, call 920-868-2728 or visit www.dcauditorium.org.
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