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EVENTS FOR JANUARY 2012

Ghosts - Haunted Lighthouses of the Great Lakes
Location:Door County Maritime Museum in Sturgeon Bay
Date:May 22 2011 - Jan 23 2012
The Door County Maritime Museum delves into the world of the paranormal with the new exhibit "Ghosts! Haunted Lighthouses of the Great Lakes". This interactive exhibit explores the mystery surrounding paranormal activity at some of the Great Lakes' most famous lighthouses.
Info:920-743-5958
http://www.dcmm.org

Wine & Chocolate Pairings
Location:Stone's Throw Winery in Egg Harbor
Dates:Nov 28, 2011 - May 20, 2012
Offered daily. Expand your love for wine & chocolate with a unique experience that will delight your palate! You'll taste a fine selection of handmade chocolates paired with our artisan wines, and leave with your logo glass, tasting notes and great memories. No reservation req. $15/person. Daily 11 to 4:30 PM. And, as always, only at Stone's Throw Winery.
920-839-9660
http://stonesthrowwinery.com

An Evening with Will Durst
Location:Third Avenue Playhouse in Sturgeon Bay
Date:January 18, 2012
7:30pm. "Comedy for people who read...or know someone who does". Outraged and outrageous, 5-time Emmy nominee Will Durst is as current as today's headlines, as accurate as a sniper, and universally acknowledged by peers and press as the nations foremost political comic. Tickets: $15 adults, $10 students.
920-743-1760
http://www.thirdavenueplayhouse.com

Snowshoe Hikes
Location:Ridges Sanctuary in Baileys Harbor
Date:January 20 - January 21, 2012
1pm. See the sights and hear the sounds of a Ridges Winter! Fridays and Saturdays in January and February.
920-839-2802
http://www.ridgessanctuary.org

Movies at the Door: Super 8
Location:Door County Auditorium in Fish Creek
Date:January 20, 2012
7pm. Free, free will donations accepted. Rated PG-13, 112 minutes. In the summer of 1979 a group of friends in a small Ohio town witnesses a catastrophic train crash while making a super 8 movie and soon suspect it was not an accident. Shortly after, unusual disappearances and inexplicable events begin to take place, and the local Deputy tries to uncover the truth - something more terrifying than any of them could have imagined.
920-868-2728
http://www.dcauditorium.org
http://www.dcauditorium.org

Karoake with Hope Reyes
Location:Stone Harbor Pub in Sturgeon Bay
Date:January 20, 2012
8:30pm-12am. An evening of Karaoke hosted by Hope Reyes at the Stone Harbor Pub at Stone Harbor Resort.
920-746-9004
http://www.stoneharbor-resort.com

Winter Wonderland Trolley Package
Location:Departs from Sturgeon Bay and Carlsville
Date:January 21, 2012
The trolley will navigate you to two of Door County's award-winning wineries. Followed by a cozy sleigh ride through the Door's most beautiful wintery landscapes. Top it all off with a fireside lunch at one of the county's most romantic restaurants, the White Gull Inn. $60 per person.Saturdays Nov. 26 thru March 31, 2012.
Reservations: 920-868-1100
http://www.doorcountytrolley.com

Karoake Night
Location:Carrington Pub & Grill at The Landmark Resort, Egg Habor
Date:January 21, 2012
Cheryl Simon hosts.
Reservations: 920-868-3205
http://www.thelandmarkresort.com

Coffeehouse Concert: Katie Dahl
Location:Fireside Lobby at the Door Community Auditorium in Fish Creek
Date:January 21, 2012
7pm. $14 general admission. Known for easy humor, a golden alto voice and poignant music style.
920-868-2728
http://www.dcauditorium.org

Oriental Medicine Nutrional Concepts
Location:New Leaf Acupuncture & Herbal Medicine in Fish Creek
Date:January 25, 2012
6pm. Timeless wisdom. A practical approach to be used alone or in conjunction with any specialty diet including: vegetarian, gluten-free, candida. Free! Space is limited RSVP required. 9108 Hwy 42 in the Settlement Shops.
920-868-5108
http://www.newleafacu.com

Snowshoe Hikes
Location:Ridges Sanctuary in Baileys Harbor
Date:Jan 27 2012 - Jan 28 2012
1pm. See the sights and hear the sounds of a Ridges Winter! Fridays and Saturdays in January and February.
920-839-2802
http://www.ridgessanctuary.org

Lecture: U.S Education & its Status in the World
Location:Door Community Auditorium in Fish Creek
Date:Jan 28, 2012
9am. Free, free will donations accepted. The St. Norbert Distinguished Lecture Series presents Dr. Robert Osgood, Professor of Education and Teacher Education Program Chair.
920-868-2728
http://www.dcauditorium.org

Coffeehouse Concert: Seth Raddatz
Location:Fireside Lobby at the Door Community Auditorium in Fish Creek
Date:Jan 28, 2012
7pm. $14 general admission. Seth Raddatz has been writing and performing songs in Door County for several years. Seth's songs reflect a passion for life and the universal hardships that life brings.
920-868-2728
http://www.dcauditorium.org

Candlelight Ski
Location:Whitefish Dunes State Park in Jacksonport
Date:Jan 28, 2012
6pm-9pm. Join the friends of Whitefish Dunes for a night of skiing and fun. The picnic shelter will be open and hot beverages and cookies will be provided. No vehicle sticker required to join in the evening event. Donations will be accepted.
920-823-2400
http://www.friendsofwhitefishdunes.org

Movie Screening: The Heart is a Lonely Hunter
Location:Third Avenue Playhouse in Sturgeon Bay
Date:Jan 28, 2012
2pm and 7pm. Door County Reads presents the 1968 film based on Carson McCullers' novel, starring Alan Arkin. Free.
920-743-1760
http://www.thirdavenueplayhouse.com

Door County Tavern League Holiday Party
Location:Stone Harbor Ballroom in Sturgeon Bay
Date:Jan 28, 2012
Door County Tavern League Holiday Party - Viva Las Vegas Theme. The Ballroom will be transformed into The Harbor Casino. Play your favorite: craps, roulette, black jack, ane more. Heavy hors d'oeuvre buffet from 6:30-9pm, with chef carved turkey and prime rib. $35 per person includes 2 drink tickets, chance to win prizes and much more. Room rates $70, shuttle service available.
Call 920-746-0700 x284 for reservations.
http://www.stoneharbor-resort.com

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EVENTS FOR FEBRUARY 2012

Rubber Stamp & Scrapbook University Fall Classes
Location:Oscar's Door County Rubber Stamps, LLC in Egg Harbor
Dates:September 9, 2011 - September 11, 2012
Welcome to Door County's only Rubber Stamp & Scrapbook University featuring fall classes for your enrichment. Registration fee is $25 and includes goody bag, Friday night Buffet & Wine Bar, free ATC Make & Takes, Demonstrations and awards.
http://www.doorcountyrubberstamps.com

25th Annual Winter Festival
Location:Downtown in Fish Creek
Date:February 3rd, 2102 - February 5, 2012
Human Foosball, Winter Fest parade, Door County Idol Contest, free trolley rides, family-friendly games and great food throughout the town. Fruit Loop Race will take place on Sunday.
Info:800-577-1880
http://www.visitfishcreek.com

Snowshoe Hikes
Location:Ridges Sanctuary in Baileys Harbor
Date:February 3rd, 2102 - February 4, 2012
1pm. See the sights and hear the sounds of a Ridges Winter! Fridays and Saturdays in January and February.
Info:920-839-2802
http://www.ridgessanctuary.org

SOUP!!
Location:Peninsula School of Art in Fisch Creek
Date:February 4, 2012
11am-3pm. Handmade bowls and soup buffet lunch. Over 40 soups, homemade breads and beverages. All proceeds benefit Peninsula School of Art Outreach Programs and hunger relief effors in Door County.
920-868-3455
http://www.peninsulaschoolofart.com

Candlelight Ski / Hike
Location:Peninsula School of Art in Fisch Creek
Date:February 4, 2012
5:30-8pm. Ski or hike a trail lit by candlelight. Park sticker required. Donations accepted. Bonfire with refreshments at warming shelter.
920-868-3258
http://www.peninsulafriends.org

Main Stage Presentation: Baby Wants Candy
Location:Door Community Auditorium in Fish Creek
Date:February 4, 2012
7pm. Tickets $20, $12 for students. Baby Wants Candy has performend over 1700 completely improvised musicals to sold-out crowds from Singapore to Edinburgh. In Door County Baby Wants Candy will invite the audience to suggest potential musical titles. Cast members will pick one and, accompanied by a full band, the cast will turn the selected title into a completely improvised 60-minute musical.
920-868-2728
http://www.dcauditorium.org

Waffle Breakfast
Location:Baileys Harbor Town Hall in Baileys Harbor
Date:February 4, 2012
9am-11am. Join the staff and volunteers of The Ridges Sanctuary for the third annual Great Waffle Breakfast at the Baileys Harbor Town Hall. Enjoy waffles of all shapes and sizes, topped with Door County maple syrup, homemade cherry topping and whipped cream. Donation: $6/adult, $3/child under 13.
920-839-2802
http://www.ridgessanctuary.org

Enjoy Soup at Peninsula School of Art
Location:Peninsula School of Art in Fish Creek
Date:February 4, 2012
11am-3pm. Peninsula School of Art invites the public to take part in the festive culmination of its three-month SOUP! Project. During the event, handcrafted ceramic bowls are for sale and those who make a purchase can partake in a complimentary, bountiful hot soup-and-bread buffet. Bowls are $15 each, with "premium" bowl designs created by area professional potters priced at $40. Proceeds from SOUP! benefit Peninsula School of Art's Children's Outreach Program.
920-868-3455
http://www.peninsulaschoolofart.com

The Not-So-Newlywed Game
Location:Third Avenue Playhouse in Sturgeon Bay
Date:February 10, 2012
7:30pm. Just in time for Valentines Day. Come and be par of an exciting real live game show! Enjoy the entertainment or be an active participant in the show. You and your partner will also have a chance to win amazing prizes. Light hors d’oeuvres, soda and beer will be provided. $10 per person.
920-743-1760
http://www.doorcountytrolley.com

Snowshoe Hikes
Location:Ridges Sanctuary in Baileys Harbor
Date:February 10, 2012 - February 11, 2012.
1pm. See the sights and hear the sounds of a Ridges Winter! Fridays and Saturdays in January and February
920-839-2802
http://www.ridgessanctuary.org

Peninsula Music Festival February Fest Concert
Location:Peninsula School of Art in Fish Creek
Date:February 11, 2012.
3pm. Concert featuring the Thomas Kluge Trio, viola, flute and harp. $30 per person general admission, $10 students and children. Reception following concert to meet the musicians.
920-854-4060
http://www.musicfestival.com

Celebrating Winter & Lions Annual Fish Derby
Location:Washington Island
Date:February 11, 2012 - February 19, 2012
A week filled with fun, flavorful and themed events to take the chill out of your winter. Includes a week-long fishing competition with prizes. Enter the Annual Chili Cookoff, take in a play or musical performance, hike or snowshoe thenature trails.
920-847-2179
http://www.washingtonisland-wi.com

Main Stage Presentation: Door County Idol
Location:Door Community Auditorium in Fish Creek
Date:February 11, 2012
7pm. $10 all ages, reserved seating. Door County teens compete for the title of 2012 Door County Idol in this highly-anticipated annual event celebrating our amazing homegrown talent. The finalists, selected from dozens of auditioning students, will perform two songs of their choice. The winner will be selected by a panel of judges with help from the audience.
920-868-2728
http://www.dcauditorium.org

Hans Christian in Concert
Location:Third Avenue Playhouse in Sturgeon Bay
Date:February 14, 2012
7:30pm. Hans Christian’s unmistakable cello playing moves the listener with a haunting beauty, as his use of various ethnic string instruments expresses a universal musical language that transcends boundaries, cultures, and generations. This concert is a kick-off to performances around the world. Tickets: $15 adults, $10 students.
920-743-1760
http://www.thirdavenueplayhouse.com

Fire and Ice
Location:Citywide in Sturgeon Bay
Date:February 17, 2012 - February 19, 2012
Days filled with novice and professional carvings, turning massive blocks of snow and ice into works of art. Evenings filled with fun and a dinner dance at Stone Harbor Resort.
800-301-6695
http://www.sturgeonbay.net

Fireside Concert: Brian Pertl - Didgeridoo
Location:Fireside Loby a the Door Communit Auditorium in Fish Creek
Date:February 17, 2012
7pm. $14 general admission. Brian Pertl, Dean of teh Lawrence Conservatory of Music, will explore the role of the Didgeridoo in Australian Aboriginal society. Through demonstration and audience participation, Pertl shows the audience exactly what goes into great didgeridoo playing and how music fits into the traditional aboriginal society.
920-868-2728

Snowshoe Hikes
Location:Ridges Sanctuary in Baileys Haror
Date:February 17, 2012 - February 18, 2012
1pm. See the sights and hear the sounds of a Ridges Winter! Fridays and Saturdays in January and February.
920-839-2802
http://www.ridgessanctuary.org

Family Art Day
Location:Peninsula School of Art in Fish Creek
Date:February 18, 2012
10am-2pm. Free art activities for families.
920-868-3455
http://www.peninsulaschoolofart.com

Movies at The Door: Rabbit-Proof Fence
Location:Door Community Auditorium in Fish Creek
Date:February 18, 2012
7pm. Free - free will donations accepted. Rated PG, 94 minutes. The basis for the title of this true story is the path which three girls from Aboriginal and white parents follow when they flee from Western Australia. They leave their lives as domestic servants where they are not allowed to recognize their aboriginal roots and set off on an incredible 1500 kilometer journey across the Outback.
920-868-2728
http://www.dcauditorium.org

Jess Holland & Nick Hoover in Concert
Location:Third Avenue Playhouse in Sturgeon Bay
Date:February 18, 2012
7:30pm. Jess Holland charms hearts in Door County with her sweet voice and enchanting songs rooted in folk music. Nick Hoover of The Nicks excels at bluegrass, folk, rock, and reggae. Together the will made Valentines Day last through the weekend. Tickets: $20 adults, $15 seniors, $10 students.
920-743-1760
http://www.thirdavenueplayhouse.com

ZYLEO Concert
Location:Third Avenue Playhouse in Sturgeon Bay
Date:February 21, 2012
7:30pm. Benefit for the Door County String Academy. The ZYLEO Quartet features four members of the Peninsula Music Festival Orchestra playing an eclectic program of classic and new music. Tickets: $15 adults, $10 students
920-743-1760
http://www.thirdavenueplayhouse.com

Progressive Dinner Trolley Outing
Location:Pick up at Orchard Country Winery in Fish Creek
Date:February 25, 2012
Pick up at 5pm. Trolley guests will experience unique stops for hors d’oeuvres/cocktails at a surprise location, an elegant dinner at English Inn and a decadent dessert at a Romantic Inn. Selected Saturdays only in February thru June. $75 per person.
920-868-1100
p://www.doorcountytrolley.com

Walleyes for Tomorrow Ice Fishing Derby
Location:Wave Pointe Marina County CC in Sturgeon Bay
Date:February 25, 2012
7am-2pm. The Door County Walleyes for Tomorrow - Dave Pagels Memorial Ice Fishing Derby is a fun-filled day highlighted by our fishing tournament. Raffles, kids’ events and live music. All proceeds used for fish stocking, habitat improvement projects and the kids’ fishing program.
920-621-7439

Polling, Candidates & The Presidential Election
Location:Door Community Auditorium in Fish Creek
Date:February 25, 2012
9am. Free - free will donations accepted. The St. Norbert’s Distinguished Lecture Series presents Dr. Wendy Scattergood, Director of International Studies and Assistant Professor of Political Science. A regular analyst and guest expert on WPR, Dr. Scattergood will discuss Polling, Candidates and the Upcoming Presidential Election.
920-868-2728
http://www.dcauditorium.org

Coffeehouse Concert: Ben There, Dan That
Location:Door Community Auditorium in Fish Creek
Date:February 25, 2012
7pm. $14 general admission. The eclectic duo of Ben There, Dan That, featuring Dan Mayhew on vocals, guitar and mandolin and Ben Larsen on vocals, percussion and guitar, will delight you with pop, folk, and blues covers and originals, while sharing some good-natured humor.
920-868-2728
http://www.dcauditorium.org

Copper Box in Concert
Location:Third Avenue Playhouse in Sturgen BAy
Date:February 25, 2012
7:30pm. Celebrate Mardi Gras with a little squeeze box rock. Tickets: $20 Adults, $15 Seniors, $10 Students.
920-743-1760
http://www.thirdavenueplayhouse.com

Envie in Concert
Location:Third Avenue Playhouse in Sturgen BAy
Date:February 28, 2012
Benefit for FISC of Door County. Warm your soul by taking a midwinter trip to the Bayou with Door County’s own Cajun band Envie. Tickets: $15 adults, $10 students.
920-743-1760
http://www.thirdavenueplayhouse.com

Tongue & Pulse Reading
Location:New Leaf Acupuncture & Herbal Medicine in Fish Creek
Date:February 29, 2012
6pm. What does your tongue and pulse tell about your body? Find out. Free! Space is limited, RSVP required. 9108 Hwy 42, in the Settlement Shops.
920-868-5108
http://www.newleafacu.com