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Events For May
Location: Door County Maritime Museum in Sturgeon Bay
Dates: Mar 25 2012 - Jun 17 2012
http://www.dcmm.org
One hundred years ago on April 14, 1912, the RMS Titanic struck an iceberg off the Grand Banks of Newfoundland. The disaster that followed set off a chain of events that changed maritime history forever. This exhibit explores the impact that the Titanic’s sinking had on Maritime commerce everywhere, including the Great Lakes. 920-743-5958.
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Location: Peninsula School of Art in Fish Creek
Dates: Apr 13 2012 - Jul 14 2012
http://www.peninsulaschoolofart.com
Discover how stop motion animation, created with traditional artistic techniques, can be just as compeling as computer-generated films filled with special effects. Experience works that feature the full range of artistic disciplines such as painting, drawing and sculpture, as well as the unique hands-on pin screen technique. 920-868-3455.
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Location: Multiple Locations in Door County
Dates: Apr 15 2012 - Nov 15 2012
http://www.SegwayTheDoor.com
Segway tours to what you want to see: Peninsula State Park, Baileys Harbor Lighthouses, Sturgeon Bay, Washington Island, Cave Point, and Ellison Bluff. From April 15th to November 15th. Cost $74-$84 per person. 1.5 hours, plus training. Call for a reservation: 920-376-0256.
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SEGWAY THE DOOR TOURS IN STURGEON BAY
Location: Downtown Sturgeon Bay in Sturgeon Bay
Dates: Apr 15 2012 - Nov 15 2012
http://www.SegwayTheDoor.com
Historic downtown Sturgeon Bay Segway Tour. 45 minute Segway experience in Sturgeon Bay. Cost: $45 per person. Call for a reservation: 920-376-0256.
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Location: Depart from Seaquist Orchard Farm Market in Sister Bay
Dates: Apr 27 2012 - Jun 03 2012
http://www.seaquistsegway.com
Tour times are by reservation. Come and view the cherry and apple blossoms from your own Off-Road Segway! Guided tours are offered either half-hour or one hour long on Mondays, Thursdays, and Saturdays. Cost $25 and $45 per person. Call 920-421-4111 for reservations.
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EXHIBIT: PIRATES - SHIP TO SHORE
Location: Door County Maritime Museum in Sturgeon Bay
Dates: May 19 2012 - Jan 31 2014
http://www.dcmm.org
Exciting new exhibit at the Door County Maritime Museum in Sturgeon Bay. 920-743-5958.
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Location: Crossroads at Big Creek in Sturgeon Bay
Dates: May 23 2012
http://www.crossroadsatbigcreek.org
7pm. The Door County Environmental Council’s Seminar season opens with a powerful documentary entitled BLUE GOLD World Water Wars Coming. This is a very graphic video presentation about the worldwide water crisis that is affecting many nations now and will increase drastically as the population rises and global temperature changes modify our fresh water supply. Free and optn to the public. 920-746-5895
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Location: Trueblood Performing Arts Center in Washington Island
Dates: May 23 2012
http://www.truebloodpac.com
9am. Container Gardening. Master Gardener, Jerry Landwehr, provides an interesting and educational workshop outside on the patio. Learn how to select and work with plants to create dramatic container gardens. 920-847-3355.
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ISADOORA THEATRE: CIRCLE MIRROR TRANSFORMATION
Location: Ephraim Village Hall in Ephraim
Dates: May 24 2012 - May 27 2012
http://www.isadoora.com
Thursday-Saturday 7:30pm, Sunday 2pm. Circle Mirror Transformation traces the lives of a handful of small-town Vermont residents, who gather each week for an acting class taught at the local community center. They soon learn more about each other and themselves than they bargained for, revealing secrets they never intended and transforming in ways they never expected. Tickets: 920-493-3667.
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Location: Carrington Pub & Grill in Egg Harbor
Dates: May 26 2012
http://www.thelandmarkresort.com
9pm. Hosted by Cheryl Simons. At the Landmark Resort, 7643 Hillside Rd., Egg Harbor. 920-868-5162.
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Location: Departs Carrington Pub & Grill in Egg Harbor
Dates: May 26 2012 - May 27 2012
http://www.doorcountytrolley.com
Enjoy the ’intoxicating’ tales of four of Door County’s haunted pubs and taverns. Must be 21 years or older. Departs Carrington Pub & Grill at the Landmark Resort at 7pm. Call for reservations (920) 868-1100. Cost: $35 per person. Limited seating available.
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PROGRESSIVE DINNER TROLLEY OUTING
Location: Pick-up at Orchard Country Winery in Fish Creek
Dates: May 26 2012
http://www.doorcountytrolley.com
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. Call 920-868-1100 for details/reservations.
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Location: Settlement Shops in Fish Creek
Dates: May 26 2012
10am-2pm or sellout. There will be an early Plant Sale Farmers’ Market on Saturday, May 26th to promote the gardening season in Door County.
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Location: Departs from Lautenbach’s Orchard Country Winery in Fish Creek
Dates: May 26 2012 - May 27 2012
http://www.doorcountytrolley.com
Step aboard the ’Trolley of the Doomed’ as we share tales of ghostly sunken ships, haunted lighthouses and mysterious happenings on the darker side of this spirited peninsula. Departs at 7pm from Lautenbach’s Orchard Country Winery in Fish Creek. Call (920) 868-1100 for reservations. Limited seating available.
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Location: Departs Lautenbach’s Orchard Country Winery in Fish Creek
Dates: May 26 2012 - May 27 2012
http://www.doorcountytrolley.com
Chauffeured trolley takes you to 4 award winning wineries for private tastings. Followed by a chef prepared gourmet lunch at Galileo’s at Liberty Square. $60 plus tax. Call (920) 868-1100 for reservations. Limited seating available.
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Location: Lakeside Park in Jacksonport
Dates: May 26 2012 - May 27 2012
http://www.jacksonport.net
Art Fair, fun run, great food, music, horse pull, parade and more. 920-823-2288.
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WHITEFISH DUNES STATE PARK NATURE PROGRAM
Location: Whitefish Dunes State Park in Jacksonport
Dates: May 26 2012
6:30am. Bird Exploration. Join amateur birders Bill and Sarah Krouse for a morning of birding. This adult focused program will allow participants to explore a variety of habitats for migrating birds. Meet at the shelter building for this longer program. Dress for the weather. State park vehicle sticker required. 920-823-2400.
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WHITEFISH DUNES STATE PARK NATURE PROGRAMS
Location: Whitefish Dunes State Park in Jacksonport
Dates: May 26 2012
11am Beach Discovery. Explore the changing shoreline and discover treasures the waves have left behind. 2pm Outdoor Exploration. Take a stroll with the naturalist to experience spring flora and fauna. Explore the natural world through stories and science. Meet at the amphitheater for these family programs. State park vehicle sticker required. 920-823-2400.
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Location: Peninsula Research Station in Sturgeon Bay
Dates: May 26 2012
http://www.dcmga.org
9am-noon. Sale of vegetables and flowering plants, both annuals and perennials as well as hypertufas and picture frames for planting. 920-746-7952.
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Location: Sunset Park in Sturgeon Bay
Dates: May 26 2012 - May 27 2012
http://www.sturgeonbay.net
10am-5pm. 14th annual juried multi-media art show, entertainment, childrens’ activities, food and beverages. 800-301-6695.
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SUMERTIME LAWN CONCERT: BOUNDING MAIN
Location: Holiday Music Motel in Sturgeon Bay
Dates: May 26 2012
http://www.holidaymusicmotel.com
4-6pm. Bounding Main, an a capella quinted from Janesville, Wi. performs maritime music, sea chanties, and nautical ballads from as far back as 400 years ago in addition to a few contemporary maritime classica. Dressed in self-described Elizabethan Sea Dog regalia, Bounding Main delightfully introduces historical music to listeners who might otherwise consider it old fashioned. This all ages concert is perfect for the whole family. Free and open to the public. 920-743-5571.
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ROBERT J & THE ROWDY PRAIRIE DOGS IN CONCERT
Location: Trueblood Performing Arts Center in Washington Island
Dates: May 26 2012
http://www.truebloodpac.com
8pm. These Northern boys with Southern hearts are from Madison, Wi. and play original Americana songs written by award winning songwriter, Robert J. This Bluesy, County-Rocking, Storytelling, Swampy, Southern-style music will take you on a journey down the Dixie highway from one end of the Mississippi River to the other. 920-847-3355.
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Location: Countywide in Door County
Dates: May 27 2012
http://doorcountybaseball.tripod.com
Enjoy affordable family fun! Attend a Door County League Baseball game. Games start at 1:30pm. Food and drink available at concession stands. Today’s games: Baileys Harbor at Egg Harbor, Washington Island at Institute, West Jacksonport at Sister Bay and Maplewood at Kolberg.
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Location: Crossroads at Big Creek in Sturgeon Bay
Dates: May 27 2012
http://www.crossroadsatbigcreek.org
1pm. Join the naturalist for a Sunday afternoon hike. With the strange weather this year, we can’t predict what flowers will be blooming or birds passing through, but there will certainly be much to see. This is a gentle walk which lasts about an hour. Meet at the Collins Learning Center. 290-746-5895.
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WHITEFISH DUNES STATE PARK NATURE PROGRAM
Location: Whitefish Dunes State Park in Jacksonport
Dates: May 28 2012
6:30am. Bird Exploration. Join amateur birders Bill and Sarah Krouse for a morning of birding. This adult focused program will allow participants to explore a variety of habitats for migrating birds. Meet at the shelter building for this longer program. Dress for the weather. A state park vehicle sticker is required to enter park. 920-823-2400.
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