The Stewart J. Cort
by THE DOOR COUNTY MARITIME
It then backed into the slip adjacent to the graving dock. The Stewart J. Cort was built partially by Ingalls Shipbuilding in Pascagoula, Mississippi, then completed at Erie
in Erie, Pennsylvania for the Bethlehem Steel Co. Aft er a number of ownership changes, the Stewart J. Cort now operates for the Interlake Steamship Co. Leaving on her maiden voyage on May 1, 1972, she was the first 1,000-footer on the Great Lakes. She’s 105 feet at the beam (width), 49 feet deep, and has a carrying capacity of 58,000 tons, with four, EMD V20 3600 diesel engines turning two propellers and a bow thruster. The ship has a unique self-unloading arrangement. Instead of a typical deckmounted swing boom, it has a short
This column, courtesy of the Door County Maritime Museum, gives details of the boats in winter layup in 2024 at Fincantieri Bay Shipbuilding in
Kalin Montevideo Named SBFD Interim Chief
by KEVIN BONESKE kevin@ppulse.com
Sturgeon Bay’s Police and Fire Commission agreed Monday to appoint assistant fire chief Kalin Montevideo as the city’s interim chief, effective immediately.
Commission chair Wayne Spritka said the appointment was made because fire chief Tim Dietman is retiring as of April 5, but using up accumulated leave time. His last day on the job was Feb. 2.
Dietman, who became Sturgeon Bay’s fire chief in 2016 following the retirement of Tim Herlache, previously was the assistant chief and has been with the department since 2000. Montevideo became the assistant chief aft er Dietman was elevated to chief.
Dietman sent a letter dated Jan. 31 to Sturgeon Bay Mayor David Ward and Spritka, notifying them of his retirement effective April 5. He said it was time for he and his family to move on to the next chapter of their lives, but did not indicate that would happen as soon as Feb. 2.
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He wrote that he had devoted 23.5 years to “protecting life and property in the communities we protect” and was proud of the growth and accomplishments of the department and the command and support staff.
“I have the utmost respect for all of them and know the department will continue in great hands,” he said.
Spritka said the commission’s appointment of Montevideo as an interim fire chief is allowed by state statute and under city code the appointment may remain in effect for up to six months, and be extended aft er that for another three months.
The commission is solely responsible for hiring a fire chief, though the Common
Council is authorized to set the position’s salary.
Now that Montevideo has accepted the commission’s appointment as interim fire chief, Ward said it will be up to the council to decide whether she should receive additional compensation while holding that position.
Spritka said the commission will be scheduling additional meetings to go through the process of hiring a permanent fire chief, with the next meeting set for Feb. 28. He said no decision has been made at this point about whether to hire a permanent chief internally, advertise the position statewide or use a human resources firm to help in the hiring process.
The commission’s meeting on Monday was its second one of the year and the first to have the fire chief’s position specifically on the agenda, according to agendas posted on the city’s website. Only four commission meeting agendas were posted for 2023, with the most recent one on July 13, and none listing the fire chief’s position.
Selects Engineer to Design New Parks Building
Mill Road construction starting in March; public meeting on land-use plan this Saturday, Feb. 10
by DEBRA FITZGERALD debra.fitz@ppulse.com
The Village of Sister Bay’s Parks, Property and Streets Committee agreed by consensus to select engineering and architectural firm McMahon at a price of $188,000 to design the new Parks Maintenance Facility.
McMahon rose to the top among seven companies that bid on the project at prices ranging from $98,920 - $246,600, with variations and add-ons among those accounting for price differentials.
The committee members and Dan Klansky, village director of public works, went through each of the bids before selecting McMahon. They liked the firm’s sample designs, experience with municipal buildings and use of in-house staff rather than subcontractors.
“I like their work and they’re easy to work with,” Klansky said during the committee’s Feb. 5 meeting.
The final decision will be up to the Village Board, which meets next on Tuesday, Feb. 20.
The existing Parks and Maintenance Building on Mill Road is in the old Sister Bay fire station. That building would be demolished and one of the options on the facility plan calls for the post office to relocate to that site.
“There has also been a discussion, should that be a parking lot,” said Julie Schmelzer, village administrator, by phone a day aft er the Feb. 5 meeting. “One thing for certain is, the existing building will be removed.”
The new parks building would be located on the same seven-acre parcel as the existing storage garage, also known as the cold-storage building, at 2160 Autumn Court – across the road from the village’s wastewater treatment plant and tennis courts, and on the same side as the dog park and former lagoons that were filled back in the 1980s. Those lagoon sites will require soil borings to learn if they can hold a building, should that be needed.
“The committee talked about it [the cold storage building] coming down,” Schmelzer said. “This week, they’re talking about keeping it. If you keep the cold storage up, then the [new] building goes somewhere else out there. There’s a lot of moving pieces.”
The village will handle the site work separately, including parking and landscaping, and decided last month to use Stantec for the civil site work, such as utility locations and site design.
The McMahon contract would only be for the design of the building and the construction drawings. Once that’s completed, the project could be ready to bid.
The village budgeted $4 million for the total project – which includes demolition of the existing buildings – and expects to borrow for the project this year. Schmelzer said that $4 million was their “worst-case scenario.”
Tasha Rass, village finance director and treasurer, said by phone that the village’s current debt load is $8.9 million. However, the village is paying off three large loans this year: one for the Stony Ridge development, the other two for the purchase of the Pebble Beach property and the former Wiltse property. The last two are being paid off in advance of their maturity dates.
The new debt coming off the books allows for the new debt to go on without creating an additional tax burden for property owners in 2025, Rass said.
Mill Road Construction Starting in March
The construction start is about a month away for Mill Road west of state Highway 42, which passes Waterfront Park and the Sister Bay Yacht Club.
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It looked a lot more like winter on Jan. 18 when the 1,000-foot Stewart J. Cort backed its way down the Sturgeon Bay channel and into its slip at the Fincantieri Bay Shipbuilding yard. PauL HaaN
Tim Dietman Kalin Montevideo
Committee Selects Engineer to Design New Parks Building
Only eight communities in Wisconsin have been authorized to collect this tax, two of those – Sister Bay and Ephraim – in Door County.
Land Use Planning Session This Saturday
The Village of Sister Bay is offering a public input session on its new comprehensive land-use plan. The interactive workshop will be held Saturday, Feb. 10, at the Village Hall, 10693 N. Bay Shore Drive. In addition to the in-person session, interested participants can also comment on the future of the village virtually – an option not previously offered on the land use plan.
The plan covers land use, housing, economic development, transportation and other elements. The village’s last plan was completed in October 2023.
The public input session begins at 9 am and ends at noon. People can drop in at any time during that period to offer comments, or participate online from Feb. 10 - 17 by visiting bit.ly/sisterbay-workshop.
Wisconsin Legislature and is administered by the Wisconsin Department of Revenue. Under law, the municipality may only use the revenue to pay for infrastructure expenses.
The Bay-Lake Regional Planning Commission is the contractor leading the plan update. To follow the entire planning process, go to baylakerpc.org, and click on ‘projects’.
DOOR COUNTY MUNICIPALITIES
Those municipalities that publish their legal notices with us are indicated below with LEGALS.”
COUNTY OF DOOR, POP. 30,066- LEGALS co.door.wi.gov
920.746.2200
County Board meets 4th Tuesday of month
Cty Clerk: Jill Lau
jlau@co.door.wi.us
TOWN OF BAILEYS HARBOR, POP. 1,223 - LEGALS admin@baileysharbor.gov
920.839.9509
Town Board meets 2nd Monday of month
Clerk: Haley Adams admin@townofbaileysharborwi.gov
TOWN OF BRUSSELS, POP. 1,125 - LEGALS townofbrussels.com
920.825.7618
Town Board meets 2nd Wednesday of month
Clerk: JoAnn Neinas clerk.townofbrussels@gmail.com
TOWN OF CLAY BANKS, POP. 385 tn.claybanks.wi.gov
920.493.7383
Town Board meets 2nd Monday of month Clerk: Jessica Bongle townofclaybanks@gmail.com
TOWN OF EGG HARBOR, POP. 1,458 townofeggharbor.org 920.743.6141
Town Board meets 3rd Monday of month
Clerk: Pam Krauel clerk@townofeggharbor.org
VILLAGE OF EGG HARBOR, POP, 358 - LEGALS villageofeggharbor.org
920.868.3334
Village Board meets 2nd Monday of month
Clerk: Lynn Ohnesorge lohnesorge@villageofeggharbor.org
VILLAGE OF EPHRAIM, POP. 345 - LEGALS ephraim-wisconsin.com
920.854.5501
Village board meets 2nd Tuesday of month Clerk/Treasurer: Andrea Collak acollak@ephraim-wisconsin.com
TOWN OF FORESTVILLE, POP. 1,063 - LEGALS forestvilletown.com
920.856.6551
1364 Mill Road, Sturgeon Bay, WI 54235
Town board meets 3rd Monday of month
Clerk: Ruth Kerscher clerk@forestvilletown.wi.gov
VILLAGE OF FORESTVILLE, POP. 482 villageofforestville.com
920.536.3181
Village board meets 3rd Monday of month
Clerk: Tiffany Dufek villageclerk@centurylink.net
TOWN OF GARDNER, POP. 1,218 - LEGALS townofgardner.org
920.825.1137
Town board meets 2nd Wednesday of month
Clerk: Amy Sacotte togclerk@townofgardnerwi.gov
TOWN OF GIBRALTAR, POP. 1,228- LEGALS gibraltarwi.gov 920.868.1714
Town board meets 1st Wednesday of month
Clerk: Cyndi Gutschow clerk@gibraltarwi.gov
TOWN OF JACKSONPORT, POP. 878 - LEGALS jacksonportwi.gov
920.823.8136
Town board meets 4th Tuesday of month
Clerk/Treasurer: Colleen Huberty clerk@jacksonportwi.gov
TOWN OF LIBERTY GROVE, POP. 2096 - LEGALS libertygrove.org 920.854.2934
Town board meetings 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of month
Clerk/Treasurer: Pam Donart tlibertygrove@gmail.com
TOWN OF NASEWAUPEE, POP. 1,984 - LEGALS townofnasewaupee.com 920.495.0920
Town board meets 3rd Thursday of month
Meetings: 3388 Cty PD Clerk: Janice Barrett clerk@townofnasewapeewi.gov
TOWN OF SEVASTOPOL, POP. 2,826 - LEGALS townofsevastopol.com
920.746.1230
Town board meets on the 3rd Monday of month
Clerk/Treasurer: Amy M. Flok office@townofsevastopolwi.gov
VILLAGE OF SISTER BAY, POP. 1,148 - LEGALS sisterbaywi.gov 920.854.4118
Village board meets 3rd Tuesday of month
Clerk: Heidi Teich info@sisterbaywi.gov
CITY OF STURGEON BAY, POP. 9,646 - LEGALS sturgeonbaywi.org 920.746.2900
Common Council meets 1st & 3rd Tuesday of month
Clerk: Stephanie Reinhardt info@sturgeonbaywi.org
TOWN OF STURGEON BAY, POP. 821 - LEGALS townofsturgeonbay-wi.gov
920-743-3908
Town board meets 2nd Monday of month
Clerk: Nancy Anschutz clerk@townofsturgeonbay-wi.gov
TOWN OF UNION, POP. 1,005 - LEGALS https://townofuniondoorwi.gov/ 920.493.9559
Town board meets 2nd Wednesday of month
Clerk: Beth Hanson
clerk@townofuniondoorwi.gov
TOWN OF WASHINGTON, POP. 777 - LEGALS washingtonisland-wi.gov
Town board meets 3rd Wednesday of month
Clerk/Treasurer: Alexandria McDonald townoffice@washingtonisland-wi.gov
Why These Land Sales Moved at a Snail’s Pace
Completed and accepted conservation plan paves way for lot sales, with a conservation easement designed to protect snails by CRAIG STERRETT craig@ppulse.com
Completion of a habitatprotection plan for rare snails made it possible for Alpine Resort ownership to sell blufftop lots that possess million-dollar views.
Following the fall 2023 Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources’ (DNR) approval of a 40-page conservation plan, Alpine Resort Acquisition Co. completed the sale of three out of five available lots in late November and December on a strip of land between the Hillside Trail road and the Niagara Escarpment, said Jacinda Duffin, True North Real Estate broker.
The lots have north-facing views through DNR-approved “viewing corridors” to the bay and Egg Harbor. In early January, there was a pending sale of one additional lot, leaving one more of the five lots – priced between $900,000 and $1.25 million – currently on the market, Duffin said.
Duffin said the lot buyers showed patience, waiting from summer to late autumn for the Alpine and DNR to work out details, such as allowing the cutting of some taller hardwoods while conserving and planting all shorter, shade-producing native trees and evergreens.
“The holdup has been on our side, making sure that we were doing everything that the DNR wanted and working to protect the habitat as much as we can,” Duffin said. “We have been working with the DNR and Evergreen Consultants of Green Bay to revise a conservation plan and have been successful in doing so.”
Duffin said “it’s really admirable” that Alpine ownership chose to plat large lots instead of developing condos or platting up to 18 lots, as village zoning would have allowed.
Covenants prohibit short-term rental of these single-family homes.
The DNR prohibits the lot owners from discarding yard waste, cutting any trees – or utilizing in any way a 20- to 40-foot-wide buffer zone near the top of the escarpment where two types of endangered or threatened snails live in cliff crevices. The snails also live at the base of the cliffs and in the talus slope of broken rock and soil just downhill from the cliffs.
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escarpment and are considered glacial relics, according to Jeff Nekola’s studies of Wisconsin snails. Among those are 2-millimeter Midwest pleistocene vertigo land snails, listed as endangered in Wisconsin. They – as well as the cherrypit-sized cherrystone drop snail – live on and along Door County’s cool, northfacing cliffside niches where the snails have thrived for 10,000 years, said Chad Fradette of Evergreen Consultants.
Alpine Resort Acquisition Co. declined a request for comment at this time, but Fradette’s company is the liaison between the Alpine and the DNR. Fradette said the plan to protect the snails takes a commonsense approach.
“Is there a way we can have views for homes and protect snail habitat at the same time?” Fradette said.
The plan that protects the snail habitat, Fradette said, includes Alpine Resort Acquisition Co. offering the DNR perpetual access to inspect the site, and keeping the conservation easement area off-limits to the public. The company will preserve and plant white cedar and other native shade-producing species that will keep the cliff cool. Fradette said the plantings will be on land that previously accommodated a grassy fairway for the golf course’s fourth nine that was built in 1999 and closed in 2020.
“Shade at the top helps keep the microclimate in check,” Fradette said. “It keeps the heat from going down and drying the slope out. In the spring
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we’re going to be planting thousands of cedars along the top of the escarpment. The Alpine owner has made a big commitment to snail-habitat restoration and we don’t want to do anything that harms them.”
A portion of funds from lot sales – an escrow fund of 10% of lot-sale proceeds up to $200,000, according to the fall 2023 conservation agreement between the DNR and Alpine – will cover future restoration work and maintenance of the conservation area where former Alpine owners blasted away parts of the escarpment in 1999 to build a short, parthree golf hole, as well as a bluffside cart path and rock cut, Fradette said. That cart path will be removed, and cedars should quickly fill in.
Fradette said restoration eventually could include using some of the rubble from that former blasting to restore the talus slope.
In addition, the Alpine will also make a $150,000 donation to the DNR for snailconservation work in Door County and north of Green Bay, Fradette said.
While the conservation plan has been approved, the DNR must still accept the 9.22-acre buffer-zone easement and access right-of-way. Jim Lemke, Real Estate Section Chief for the DNR Bureau of Facilities and Lands, said he would speak in February in support of acceptance before the DNR’s Natural Resources Board.
Police Chief Requests License Plate Reader Cameras
by KEVIN BONESKE kevin@ppulse.com
The Sturgeon Bay Police Department (SBPD) wants to put a license plate reader (LPR) camera system in place in the city to help fight crime.
The city’s Finance/Purchasing and Building Committee recommended Jan. 30 that the Common Council approve a contract with Flock Safety, which would install and maintain the cameras.
Police Chief Clint Henry said the LPR camera system, which records computerreadable images of vehicle license plates, is being used in the Green Bay area, where it helped identify vehicles that were reported stolen last year in Sturgeon Bay.
“Officers can use this information to acquire suspect vehicle information from a scene of a crime, compare plate numbers against those of stolen cars, or wanted individuals on a crime database like the National Crime Information Center, and they can determine where known offenders have traveled to,” he said.
Henry said the LPR camera system, which takes photos of vehicle license
plates similar to cameras used on tollways, provides alerts when vehicles reported stolen or associated with a known suspect are detected, as well as vehicles identified in a Silver Alert.
He said Flock Safety’s two-year contract with the city would include the operating system and installing 10 cameras at fixed locations in Sturgeon Bay for $31,500 in the first year, and a recurring annual charge of $30,000 in the second year for a total cost of $61,500.
The city budgeted $34,500 in 2024 for the LPR camera system.
Henry said the cameras, for which he declined to identify specifically where they would be installed because of investigative reasons, would be leased and not owned by the city, with Flock Safety maintaining them for year-round use as part of the contract.
He said he hopes the LPR camera system will be installed early this year for use by the SBPD upon approval by the Common Council.
Henry said it would be up to the city as to whether to continue using the system after two years, or have the company remove the cameras.
Resurfacing Planned for City Police and Fire Boat
The committee also recommended spending $39,234.82 to resurface the 27-foot boat used by the city’s police and fire departments.
The 2010 vessel built by SAFE Boats has nylon-covered collars that surround it and non-skid pads on the deck, and those collars and non-skid pads have deteriorated over the years from constant exposure to water and sunlight, causing the collars to leak and the pads to break apart, said Henry. He said the repairs should make the vessel look like new to keep in operation for another 14 years.
Henry said the vessel will continue to be docked on the west side during the boating season and available for patrols by the police department and water rescues in Sturgeon Bay’s fire district. According to the SAFE Boats price quote, the company would send two technicians from the State of Washington to Sturgeon Bay to replace the collars and non-skid pads. Labor would account for $21,441 of the total project cost.
STURGEON BAY
(From top left) Chad Fradette, environmental liaison
Evergreen
Green Bay, points out endangered snail habitat including crevices
the Niagara Escarpment and talus (broken rock and soil) at the base of the cliffs at Alpine Resort. /
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rock left behind by a 1999 blasting of the Niagara Escarpment by the former owners of the Alpine to create a golf hole and cart path that will not reopen, due to habitat-protection reasons. / Trees will be planted on this former golf course fairway in a 20- to 40-foot-wide buffer zone. CraIG STerreTT
Buyers in late 2023 closed on three out of five available lots – priced between $900,000 and $1.25 million – that have bay and Egg Harbor views from near the Niagara Escarpment on Alpine Resort Acquisition Co. property. Submitted.
Land Trust Accelerates Protection Efforts
DCLT competes with developers to protect natural resources by CRAIG STERRETT craig@ppulse.com
As Emily Wood steered her SUV into Bear Creek to ford the stream in December, backseat passenger Carrie Ehrfurth received a text, exclaimed “We closed!” and rang a cowbell she had in her backpack.
Wood, the Door County Land Trust Executive Director, was driving this reporter, Project Coordinator Ehrfurth, and Land Protection Manager Brian Forest through what will become a DCLT public nature preserve in the Town of Clay Banks. Ehrfurth had just learned about the Land Trust finalizing a separate land-protection deal near Brussels.
“More cowbell!” Wood said, smiling. It was a light moment from a group that takes land protection seriously and celebrates the victories.
And, if it seems DCLT has accelerated its efforts and increased its holdings from end to end of Door County, that’s intentional.
Now is the time to protect more land, said Wood. The DCLT leaders intend to continue to complete land-protection deals at a similar pace as in 2023, when the organization added 406 acres to
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increase the total acreage it protects to 9,500. The organization added slightly more than 100 acres the year before.
“We are really putting our foot on the gas,” Wood said, noting that organizations such as the Nature Conservancy and The Ridges have the same sense of urgency. “We feel that we’re at an inflection point, where land protection either is going to happen now or those places will be lost forever to development and natural-resource pressure.”
To achieve that pace, the organization altered its strategy over the years, Wood said. At its founding in 1986, DCLT took in many pristine sites that were free and separated from past development and agriculture.
“It was an intentional change in strategy,” Wood said. “As the peninsula becomes more fragmented, the native ecosystems become harder to find in those large parcels, and on top of it, those very pristine lands that we protect are often the lands that we don’t push the public to.”
With the 2023 acquisition of the Bear Creek site in the town of Clay Banks, DCLT purchased partially forested land suited for hunting, fishing, hiking and a parking area, and acres that were used for crops and pasture.
Those fallow acres have a “very high restoration potential,” Wood said, adding that the DCLT has a crew that has become excellent at transforming
The 2023 Door County Economic Development Corporation business award winners (from left): Tom Martin, Fincantieri Bay Shipbuilding director of purchasing and facilities, accepts the shipbuilder’s award for Established Business of the Year; Jason White, co-owner with wife Sarah of Peach Barn Farmhouse & Brewery of Sister Bay, was the New Business of the Year; Brad Andreae, owner of Therma-Tron-X in Sturgeon Bay, received a distinguished Lifetime Achievement Award; and Christiana Trapani, owner of Door County Candle Company of Carlsville, received Women- and Minority-Owned Business of the Year. Submitted.
DCEDC Seeks Nominations for 34th Annual Awards
Nomination deadline Feb. 23, annual meeting April 17
The Door County Economic Development Corporation (DCEDC) is accepting nominations for four business awards to be presented at the organization’s annual meeting in April.
The awards include The Range Lights Award for Emerging Business of the Year; The Light Keeper Award for Women-, Minority- or Veteran-Owned Business of the Year; The Lighthouse Award for Established Business of the Year; and a new award – The Door County Youth Apprentice of the Year.
The deadline for nominations is 5 pm Friday, Feb. 23. Award winners will be honored on April 17 during DCEDC’s Annual Meeting at Stone Harbor Resort & Conference Center in Sturgeon Bay.
“DCEDC has been honored to recognize amazing businesses throughout Door County for decades,” said DCEDC Executive Director Michelle Lawrie. “The Board of Directors and I are looking forward to the opportunity to highlight great business nominees and winners, as well as introduce a new award to celebrate students who are part of the Youth Apprenticeship program in Door County.”
Descriptions and requirements of each award, nomination forms and submission details can be found doorcountybusiness.com.
fields to harbor native grasses, plants and animals.
“We can put in the parking lot and all of the signage and host educational hikes there and get 20 or 30 people out on the landscape without worrying that we’re going to damage a fragile ecosystem,” Wood said.
The heightened pace of land protection doesn’t mean DCLT has lowered its standards. Before accepting land donations or pursuing permanent easements or purchases, the land must meet several conservation targets. The Bear Creek site “checked box after box” of DCLT objectives, Wood said.
“If a property like this is sold, it can be parceled out and developed pretty quickly,” Wood said. “Protection is not a given. It’s not a permanent thing unless people are doing it intentionally.”
With the pursuit of grant funds to protect land in the Town of Union, and the completion of two land-protection deals in the Town of Clay Banks and one in the Town of Brussels, DCLT increased its presence in southern Door County in 2023. DCLT also has four sites as far north as Washington Island and in 2022, increased its presence in the bay of Green Bay by expanding its Chambers Island Nature Preserve to 900 acres.
“We’re trying to make sure we serve all of the community of Door County,” said Cinnamon Rossman, Director of Charitable Giving.
BUSINESS briefs
GRANTS GO TO BEACH STUDY, CLIMATE/ ICESAFETY RESEARCH
Three research projects involving Door County locations received university of Wisconsin Sea Grant College Program grants. –a $252,000 grant went to a regional project by uW-Milwaukee’s Sandra McLellan, “Development of a risk-based framework for beach Closing Decisions,” which will include one Door County beach. –The Wisconsin Historical Society received a $109,000 grant to research a shipwreck near Little Harbor and another near Chambers Island.
-Nan Li’s uW-Madison research project will focus on ice fishing enthusiasts’ “risk perceptions of climate change and associated hazards.”
Motivated in part by 2021 ice rescues near Sturgeon bay, researchers plan to use the $260,000 grant to interview anglers, guides and rescue personnel.
PENINSULA PRIDE MEETS FOR WATERSHED CONSERVATION
Peninsula Pride farms – a farmer-led watershed conservation group in Kewaunee and Southern Door counties – will review the group’s progress from the past year and explore strategies for further conservation efforts
(From left) Door County Land Trust Land Protection Manager Brian Forest and Project Coordinator Carrie Ehrfurth celebrate as Executive Director Emily Wood rings a cowbell to lightheartedly celebrate another land-protection and conservation deal. CraIG STerreTT
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Southern Door Board Selects Six Superintendent Candidates
Community involved in survey, interviews by CRAIG
STERRETT
craig@ppulse.com
The Southern Door County School Board reviewed 20 application packets and selected six candidates to interview in its search for a superintendent.
Also during its Jan. 31 retreat, the board compiled a list of names for two, 13-member interview panels to meet with three candidates starting Feb. 5, and three more on Feb. 7, said Penny Price, board president.
Each of the six – if all agree to the interview times – will rotate from one panel to the next. Teachers, administrators and community volunteers or community members recruited by the board make up the larger panels, along with Colleen Timm, CESA 7 Administrator.
The seven school board members make up the third panel. The board will conduct second-round interviews Feb. 12 with two or three finalists, Price said.
“We had a very healthy candidate pool,” Price said. “I was thrilled about going through the applications. We have amazing people that want to come work at Southern Door.”
Neither Price nor Interim Superintendent Tony Klaubauf would say if all the candidates are from Wisconsin or if any are currently employed in the district.
Survey: What Stakeholders
Want in a Superintendent The board and CESA 7 director conducted a community-input meeting in early December and conducted a survey, releasing results on Jan. 9.
Of the 172 respondents, parents made up 40%; school employees, including those who have children in the district or another district made up another 47%; residents without children in the district made up 12%; with single responses coming from individuals who specifically identified themselves as a student, a school retiree and a former school employee.
Survey results showed 38% wanted a superintendent with a servant-leadership style, 29% wanted a superintendent to collaborate with staff before making decisions, and 23% wanted a leader who had a democratic style, consulting with others but making final decisions.
Only 12% said the next superintendent “should make only minimal changes” for the district, while 69% want to see some changes, and more than 18% wanted a superintendent who’d make major transformations.
Most respondents said they wanted a superintendent who had some experience as a school administrator of some type, and they identified the top qualities for the next superintendent as shared decision making, organized, motivating, visible and visionary.
As for personal attributes, those surveyed identified integrity first, listening and accessibility second, and consistency third.
Staff members indicated that they wanted a superintendent who creates an atmosphere of trust and mutual respect.
Search updates and a link to the survey results appear sdsd.k12. wi.us/superintendent_search
FRANK J. CAPOZZI
Eagles Fend Off Clippers’ Outside Attack
by KEVIN BONESKE kevin@ppulse.com
Southern Door’s 13-point halftime lead shrunk to a onepossession advantage in the second half Monday, but that’s as close as Sturgeon Bay could get before losing in the Eagle Gym, 74-66.
The Clippers relied on their perimeter shooting to stay in the game by making 11 three-pointers, but the Eagles’ top scorer, junior Drew Daoust, had another big night with 23 of his game-high 42 points coming in the second half.
Daoust, who upped his careerscoring mark to seven points from reaching 2,000, made four field goals
from behind the arc. Southern Door got another 12 points from Caden Pierre, who made the team’s other two threepointers.
Calvin Richard led three Sturgeon Bay players in double figures with 22 points, which included four threepointers. Danny Lodl added 12 points with a pair of three-pointers, while Garrett Ulberg scored 10 more.
The Eagles, who improved to 11-0 in the Packerland Conference and 15-4 overall, returned to action Thursday with a league game at Algoma, which took place aft er this edition of the Peninsula Pulse went to press.
The Clippers (7-5, 10-10) host their next game Feb. 13 against Algoma.
by KEVIN BONESKE kevin@ppulse.com
SOct. 18, 1942 - Feb. 2, 2024
Frank J. Capozzi, 81, of Ephraim, passed away Friday, Feb. 2, 2024 at Door County Memorial Medical Center.
He was born Oct. 18, 1942 in Syracuse, the son of the late Frank and Helen (Stabile) Capozzi. He received his undergraduate degree in music from the State University of New York Potsdam and his masters in business from Indiana University.
Frank was the director of student loans for Kendall College in Evanston, before heading up the University Accounting Services at PayCo American. In 1980, Frank would become the co-founder of Image Printing Systems, starting with five employees, and growing to over 200 employees before going public in 1997. He continued as special consultant for the company until his retirement in 2000.
On Oct. 22, 1988 he married Jane E. Meinert (Edmark) at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Grafton. They lived in Mequon until building their home in Ephraim in 1998, finally moving full-time to Door County in 2000.
1,000 and Counting for Naomi Rikkola
evastopol’s Naomi Rikkola reached 1,000 career points Saturday in the Pioneers’ 80-31 home victory over Gibraltar.
The junior scored 21 of her game-high 36 points in the second half to reach the milestone, which comes one season aft er her older sister, Bailey, a 2023 Sevastopol High School graduate, reached 1,000 points in December of 2022. Bailey Rikkola is second on the school’s all-time scoring list with 1,303 points, 20 behind
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life NOTES
As a free public service to our readers, the Peninsula Pulse presents Life Notes, devoted to the notable milestones in life, from birth to significant birthdays to engagements, weddings and obituaries. The deadline for submissions is noon on Friday. Send submissions to lifenotes@ ppulse.com. The Pulse reserves the right to edit submissions to conform to space. Call 920.839.2121 for details. Birth notices are from Door County Medical Center in Sturgeon Bay unless otherwise noted.
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Breanna Kevlen and Hunter Blasier of forestville are the parents of a baby boy born on January 30, 2024 at Door County Medical Center. The maternal grandparetns are Carol and Shaun Kevlen of Spring Grove, Illinois. The paternal grandparents are Janel and Jon blasier of forestville.
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Frank J. Capozzi
Oct. 18, 1942 - Feb. 2, 2024
Lois Shaw b. 1935 - Jan. 30, 2024
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James John Willett
March 15, 1990 - Jan. 29, 2024
James “Jimmy” John Willett, 33, of Sturgeon bay, previously of De Pere, died peacefully at home with his parents by his side on Monday, Jan. 29, 2024. He was born March 15, 1990 in Green bay, son of James robert and Teresa Mary (Hanaway) Willett. Jimmy attended Syble Hopp School for several years, where he graduated and obtained his diploma in 2011. after graduation, he went to aspiro for a couple years before transitioning to the CP adult Day Program, which he
Michelle Bushman, who graduated in 1992.
Naomi Rikkola was one of four Pioneers in double figures against the Vikings, who were outscored 42-11 in the second half. Kayla Ranly added 13 points, with Libby Ash and Katie Spude each scoring 11 points.
Andie Schar led Gibraltar with 14 points.
enjoyed and spent many years there. a
Celebration of Life will be held at the Seventh-Day adventist Church in Green bay on Sunday, feb. 18, 2024 at 12:30 pm. Visitation for family and friends will be held Sunday at the church from 10:30 am until 12:30 pm.The family would like to extend a special thank you to Jacqueline, Cher, and the Compassus Hospice team, as well as all the special needs teachers who helped Jimmy along the way.
Ronald Bert Talbot Sept. 1, 1941 - Jan. 29, 2024
ronald bert Talbot, 82, formerly of Sturgeon bay, died at bay View adult family Home in Luxemburg on Jan. 29, 2024. He was born Sept. 1, 1941, in Milwaukee to albert and florence (Sprecher) Talbot. ron was a long-time employee at the Sunshine House in Sturgeon bay. He enjoyed bowling and fishing. ron also loved his hot dogs and fruit salad. funeral Services were at 6 pm on Monday, feb. 5, 2024, at forbes funeral Home. friends visited from 4 to 6 pm on Monday at the funeral home. The burial was in Pine Lawn Memorial Park in Milwaukee. Special thanks to bay View family Home and to all the other caregivers in Sturgeon bay for the wonderful care provided to our uncle. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to the Sunshine resources of Door County in his name.
Thomas Mikle April 13, 1950 - Jan. 28, 2024
Thomas (fuzzy) Mikle, age 73, of forestville, passed away unexpectedly Sunday, Jan. 28th, 2024, at his home. Tom was born on april 13, 1950, in Sturgeon bay to Don and ruby (bongle) Mikle. after graduating from high school, Tom enlisted in the Navy and served his country for 4 years, including time overseas. upon returning home, he moved to algoma and accepted a job at PbI in Sturgeon bay, using his woodworking skills to build naval ships. His handiwork continued with his employment at Palmer Johnson to do the interior carpentry work on
is guarded by Gibraltar’s Anna Jarosh during Saturday’s game at Sevastopol.
scored a game-high 36 points and reached 1,000 career points in the victory. KeVIN bONeSKe
yachts. Tom could often be found in his workshop making cribbage boards, piggy banks, walking sticks, jewelry boxes & satchels out of leather, while listening to heavy metal music. a private celebration of life will be held at a later date. The Schinderle funeral Home was entrusted with the care of Thomas.
Jeffrey Adam Pierzchalski April 8, 1961 - Jan. 27, 2024
Jeffrey adam Pierzchalski, 62, of Sturgeon bay, passed away on Saturday, Jan. 27, 2024 at the unity Hospice Jack and engrid Meng residence in the Town of Ledgeview. He was a great dad to his daughter, Leah of algoma; and grandfather to Theodore, blodwen, and John Jr.. a complete obituary will be available in the near future. a special thanks goes out to the unity Hospice staff for the kind and compassionate care they gave. arrangements have been entrusted with Huehns funeral Home, Inc. & Door County Crematory LLC in Sturgeon bay. expressions of sympathy, memories, and photos of Jeff may be shared with his family through his tribute page at huehnsfuneralhome. com.
Dr. Charles “Clark” Willhite, DMD Aug. 10, 1951 - Jan. 23, 2024
Charles Clark Willhite, Clark to all who knew and loved him, 72, of the Town of Clay banks, died in the loving arms of his family and awoke in the arms of the Lord, Tuesday evening, Jan. 23, 2024. Chuck’s life will be celebrated with a memorial service held at Mount Olive Lutheran Church in the Town of Sturgeon bay, 2264 Shiloh road, in June of 2024. burial will be in the church cemetery and also in Willhite Cemetery in Monroe, arkansas.a complete life story obituary will be available in the near future. arrangements have been entrusted with Huehns funeral Home, Inc. & Door County Crematory LLC in Sturgeon bay, WI. expressions of sympathy, memories, and photos of Clark may be shared with his family through his tribute page at huehnsfuneralhome.com.
Frank was an active member of his church families at Immanuel Lutheran Church in Baileys Harbor, St. Paul Lutheran Church in Juddville and Marco Lutheran Church, Marco Island, FL. Frank served on various church councils and boards. His Christian faith was very important and at the forefront of his life, guiding his walk here on earth. Throughout his life, Frank enjoyed music and was an accomplished pianist. In college, Frank was known to improve his playing with 5-6 hour practice sessions in the music department. He enjoyed boating, traveling, theatre and listening to jazz music, especially Diana Krall, Tony Bennett and Frank Sinatra.
Survivors include his wife, Jane; son, Brian (Heidi) Capozzi of Winnetka, IL; granddaughters, Ella and Julia; and his brother, John Capozzi of Liverpool, NY.
Preceding him in death were his parents, Frank and Helen Capozzi; and his brother, Joseph Capozzi.
A celebration of his life will be held at noon on Monday, Feb. 12, 2024 at Immanuel Lutheran Church in Baileys Harbor with Pastor Gary Scharrig officiating.
Friends may call at the church Monday 10 am until the time of service at noon.
In lieu of flowers, memorials in Frank’s memory may be directed to Immanuel Lutheran Church.
Casperson Funeral Home in Sister Bay is assisting the Capozzi family. Expressions of sympathy, memories, and photos of Frank may be shared with his family through his tribute page at caspersonfuneralhome.com.
Lois K. Shaw, 88, of Sturgeon Bay, passed away peacefully on the morning of Tuesday, Jan. 30, 2024, at Pine Crest Village after a prolonged struggle with dementia.
Born in Manitowoc, in 1935 (“Me and Social Security!” she often said), Lois was the youngest daughter of the late Louis and Florence (Pierson) Klingbiel. She graduated from Manitowoc’s Lincoln High School in 1953 and went on to train as a Medical Laboratory Technician in Minneapolis. In 1956, she married Bruce C. Shaw in Manitowoc. In 1974, they made Sturgeon Bay their home.
Lois was a strong alto and loved to sing – anytime, anywhere, making a joyful noise to the Lord. She “harmonized the world” with the Sweet Adelines and was a devoted member of the choir and Circle Singers at Hope United Church of Christ. She loved her church and church family and was a member of Hope Church for 49 years. She enjoyed golf and played in local leagues for many years. She rarely missed a chance to travel, especially to visit National Parks on “girl’s trips” with her daughters. At home, she tended the flowers in her yard. Lois never lost her appreciation of sunsets over the bay and frequently walked to Sunset Park to enjoy yet another.
Her passing leaves a void in the hearts of her family and many friends, who will deeply miss her. She was preceded in death by her parents, siblings Edith Denk and Robert Klingbiel, ex-husband Bruce Shaw, and son Timothy Shaw. Lois is survived by two sisters-in-law, Bonita Klingbiel of Fond du Lac and Jane Shaw of Sherwood, children Michael Shaw and Suzanne (Ronald) Miller of Sturgeon Bay and Sarah (Charles) Willems of Charlotte, North Carolina. Known affectionately as “Granny,” Lois was a loving and kind grandmother to Grant Shaw, Elliot (fiancée, Hannah Strauss) Shaw, Michael (Meagan) Wilderwoods, Matthew (Shannon Montano) Wilder, Sydney Willems and Bryce Willems, step-grandson John (fiancée, Lindsey Tyler) Miller, and great-granddaughter Penelope Violet Shaw.
A memorial service to celebrate Lois’s life will be held this summer. Details will be forthcoming. Her family thanks Unity Hospice, and especially the staff and residents at Pine Crest Village, Lois’s home for over nine years. Memorials to honor Lois’s life can be made to Hope United Church of Christ or the Door County Land Trust. Forbes Funeral Home is serving the family.
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Southern Door’s Drew Daoust (1) dribbles along the perimeter while being guarded by Sturgeon Bay’s Jackson Starr during Monday’s Packerland Conference boys basketball game in the Eagle Gym. KeVIN bONeSKe
Sevastopol Students Sweep Miss Door County Event
The Miss Door County Scholarship Organization crowned two Sevastopol students at Southern Door Community Auditorium during the Feb.
2 Miss Door County and Miss Door County Teen pageant.
Miss Door County 2024 Kylee Duessler and Miss Door County’s Teen Emily Bley will advance to the Miss Wisconsin and Wisconsin Teen pageants, June 17-22, in Oshkosh.
Duessler, a senior at Sevastopol High who plans to major in biomedical engineering at UW-Milwaukee, performed “Andante et Allegro” on trumpet for her talent. For her community service initiative, she will promote, “Trust Your Training; Anxiety Awareness in Athletics” this year.
She received a $2,000 scholarship, including $250 for winning the interview competition, $300 for eveningwear competition.
Fellow Miss Door County participants Vanessa DeMarinis and Abrielle Lenius received $500 scholarships. DeMarinis won another $400 in prizes, and Lenius won an additional $475, including $100 as Miss Congeniality and $200 in the talent competition.
Emily Bley, Miss Door County Teen, is a senior at Sevastopol and plans to study nursing at NWTC next year. She sang “Back to December” by Taylor Swift , and is promoting “Nutrition Before Competition.”
She swept the interview, evening gown and talent competitions, earning the $1,000 winning scholarship and an additional $850.
Anna Dalke, Isabel Jeanquart and Sayde Jeanquart each received more than $575 in scholarships.
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Two Sturgeon Bay Students Win Editorial Prizes
by DEBRA FITZGERALD debra.fitz@ppulse.com
Two sixth-graders at T.J. Walker Middle School in Sturgeon Bay produced winning entries in a contest designed to increase civic engagement while celebrating First Amendment rights.
Ella Nerby took second place for her editorial cartoon highlighting the importance of the First Amendment, and Steven Blevins received an Honorable Mention for a Letter to the Editor he wrote, “First Amendment is the Most Important Amendment of All.”
The two sixth-graders were among 16 students across the state awarded cash, certificates and the opportunity to be published by newspapers for their winning submissions in the 2023 Wisconsin Civics Games Editorial Writing and Cartoon Contest.
Nerby and Blevins are the first students from Door County to have received one of the rewards in the three years the Wisconsin Newspaper Association Foundation (WNA Foundation) has hosted the contest for students in middle school and high school. Nineteen schools across the state participated in this year’s contest.
Students were asked to convey their opinions about an issue related to the First Amendment through editorial writing or an editorial cartoon. The latter was Nerby’s choice because she said she’s always liked art and drawing.
“I thought it was a cool challenge to test my art skills against the First Amendment,” she said.
She said the First Amendment empowers people and even she feels that.
“As a middle schooler, I don’t have much power but I can use my voice,” she said.
First-place winners in each contest receive $500, second-place winners receive $250, third-place winners receive $100, and honorable mention recipients receive $50.
have the first amendment, we wouldn’t have the ability to talk about the government negatively, which a lot of people in other countries can not do. The first amendment is the most important amendment of all.
Steven Blevins is a 6th grader at T.J. Walker Middle School in Sturgeon Bay. This letter won an Honorable Mention in the Wisconsin Civics Games in the editorial writing category
“I’m not going to lie to you,” Blevins said when asked why he participated. “The reason I wanted to do it was for the prizes. There was no reason for me not to do it.” No matter the reason, he was all in once he started, and one of the outcomes was how it helped him grow his writing skills.
“For every essay I write, I’m a better essay writer,” he said.
Nerby also realized personal-growth lessons through the contest.
“I learned to not be so hard on myself,” she said. “I had the idea in mind when I started, but I redid it so many times.”
The contest is part of the WNA Foundation’s response to declining civics education and participation in the democratic process. That it required students to research the First Amendment and its liberties appealed to Stephen Jacobson, who was the T.J. Walker Middle School sixth-grade geography teacher who pitched the contest to his students.
“We had great conversations in class about this topic as we were promoting it to the students, and as a social studies teacher, I was excited to help build a sense of civic responsibility in my students,” he said. “Freedom isn’t free, and I hope that our students don’t take their privileges for granted.”
Participation was 100% voluntary.
“I had six students attend my political cartoon workshop, and two students submitted work for the contest,” Jacobson said. “Mrs. [Kasee] Jandrin [English Language Arts teacher] had 10 students attend her essay workshop and she submitted three essays.”
The contest enabled the students to practice writing, critical thinking and analytical skills and provided a platform for students to explore and express their understanding of the First Amendment through writing.
(From left) Miss Door County 2024 Kylee Duessler (seated) is crowned by Miss Door County 2023 Lindsay Schuh as 2023 outstanding teen Kalei Klaubauf looks on. / Emily Bley receives her crown as Miss Door County Teen 2024. CaSey NeLSON, fIre & fLaMe CreaTIVe.
Ella Nerby, a sixth-grader at T.J. Walker Middle School in Sturgeon Bay, won second
(From left) Craig Charles. Mary Jean Cull. Bryon Shea. All submitted. TRAILS INITIATIVE
letters to the editor
Rekindling Our Commitment to Oaths
I recently read Liz Cheney’s book, Oath and Honor. Have you heard anyone talking about oath or honor lately? I haven’t. How sad.
Oaths are simple and go by many names. In church we called them creeds (“I believe in one God…”), or commandments (“Thou shalt not lie…”). In school we said the Pledge of Allegiance. In Boy Scouts we said the scout oath daily. When we got married we declared before God, our family and friends an oath to remain faithful to our spouse (“in sickness and health…”). In court we take an oath to “tell the truth, the whole truth...”.
Honor is tied to our oaths. Basically, our honor is whether we live up to our oaths every day. In church we are taught to examine our conscience. In Boy Scout
vespers we sang, “Have I kept my honor bright? Can I go to sleep tonight? My guess is these practices are not part of our daily routine anymore, and we suffer dearly from their loss.
Oath. Honor. The only place I hear these words regularly today is the military. Soldiers take an oath to protect our freedoms and many give their lives honoring that oath. It should give us pause. The only other place I hear those words poignantly used is the swearing in of the President of the United States – to “preserve, protect and defend the Constitution of the United States against all enemies, foreign and domestic.”
That is what Liz Cheney wrote about. Read her book in preparation for your voting in the 2024 Presidential election. It should not only help elucidate who you will vote for, but could also rekindle your commitment to the oaths you have taken, and help you value honor once again. It did for me.
Patrick Cerra Egg Harbor, Wisconsin
Two Sturgeon Bay Students
Win Editorial Prizes continued from page 8
The First Amendment to The Constitution of the United States
“Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the Government for a redress of grievances.”
Mariner Park Boat Launch?
Based on meeting minutes and draft plans, the Town of Liberty Grove Plan Commission is now considering using a large portion of Mariner Park as a boat launch and a vehicle and boat trailer parking lot. This, even though currently there is a perfectly good existing boat launch, open to the public, on the adjoining property owned by the Weborg family.
The decision to purchase the Mariner Park property for just under $1.5 million was made during a 2019 Town Board meeting which followed an earlier 111-19 vote by registered town voters in favor of the purchase. As you may recall, purchase by the town was predicated on declarations made by then Town Chairman John Lowry, who stated, “the people would decide the use of the property.”
During the spring of 2019, the town conducted a survey in which town taxpayers were asked to prioritize 18 uses for the park. The top three priorities of the 644 respondents were, in order of preference: 1) create a public park with
walking paths and benches; 2) refurbish existing docks; and 3) construct a small pavilion. The fourth priority was to create a “safe harbor” with a launch ramp only. Unfortunately, this fourth choice – with the requisite vehicle and boat trailer parking – would require using much of the green space in this small gem of a park. Why would two boat launches be needed within 100 yards of each other? Mariner Park, and the proposed improvements, will cost Liberty Grove taxpayers millions of dollars before it’s completed. It’s only right that taxpayers again be provided the opportunity to vote on park plans prior to being finalized. Aft er all, Town of Liberty Grove taxpayers are the ones paying for it! If most tax-paying voters believe that another boat launch is needed, let them say so. Lastly, the town should post all proposed Mariner Park plans online so registered town voters can cast informed votes. Perhaps this could be coordinated with the spring election?
“We offered a series of writers’ workshops in December where students could come in, brainstorm essay or cartoon ideas with their peers, get help with editing their rough drafts, and finally present their final ideas for feedback before we submitted them,” Jacobson said. The contest also provided an opportunity to challenge proficient students.
“We focus a lot of time and energy on students who are struggling and need extra help, and we oft en forget to push our higher-achieving students,” he said. “This contest was open to all students, but you could tell immediately that our highest achievers were going to thrive with the open-ended question and that they could use their creativity to produce some amazing pieces.”
Entries were judged on adherence to the theme, quality of writing or artwork, originality and proper use of grammar, spelling and punctuation. The 16 winners will receive prizes totaling $3,600. The awards are funded by the University of Wisconsin System.
A complete list of winners and their entries can be viewed at wisconsincivicsgames.com.
Steve Eatough Liberty Grove, Wisconsin
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LEGAL NOTICES
BY THE COURT: /s/ Jennifer A. Moeller Court Commissioner 01/29/24 Pinkert Law Firm LLP
454 Kentucky Street, Sturgeon Bay, WI 54235 920-743-6505
Bar Number 1007387 Run: Feb 9, 16, 23, 2024 WNAXLP
STATE OF WISCONSIN, CIRCUIT COURT, DOOR COUNTY IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF NORMA A. KAY Order Setting Time to Hear Petition for Administration and Deadline for Filing Claims (Formal Administration) Case No. 24 PR 8 A Petition for Formal Administration was filed. THE COURT FINDS: The decedent, with date of birth June 12, 1934 and date of death March 7, 2022 was domiciled in Door County, State of Wisconsin, with a mailing address of 201 Marsh Road, Forestville, WI 54213. THE COURT ORDERS:
1. The Petition be heard at the Door County Justice Center, Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin, Room C258, before Circuit Court Judge/Circuit Court Commissioner Jennifer A. Moeller, on March 4, 2024 at 8:45 AM You do not need to appear unless you object. The petition may be granted if there is no objection.
2. The deadline for filing a claim against the decedent’s estate is May 2, 2024.
3. A claim may be filed at the Door County Justice Center, Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin, Room C258.
WISCONSIN, CIRCUIT COURT, DOOR COUNTY IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF ALISON M. FLETCHER Order Setting Time to Hear Petition for Administration and Deadline for Filing Claims (Formal Administration) Case No. 24 PR 6 A Petition for Formal Administration was filed.
THE COURT FINDS: The decedent, with date of birth March 30, 1965 and date of death January 4, 2024 was domiciled in Door County, State of Wisconsin, with a mailing address of 2659 Serene Drive, Baileys Harbor, WI 54202. THE COURT ORDERS:
1. The Petition be heard at the Door County Justice Center, Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin, Room C258, before Circuit Court Judge/Circuit Court Commissioner Jennifer A. Moeller, on Monday, March 4, 2024 at 8:30 AM You do not need to appear unless you object. The petition may be granted if there is no objection.
2. The deadline for filing a claim against the decedent’s estate is May 8, 2024.
3. A claim may be filed at the Door County Justice Center, Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin, Room C258.
4. Heirship will be determined at the hearing on petition for final judgment.
5. Publication of this notice is notice to any persons whose names or addresses are unknown.
If you require reasonable accommodations due to a disability to participate in the court process, please call 920-746-2482 prior to the scheduled court date. Please note that the court does not provide transportation.
4. Heirship will be determined at the hearing on petition for final judgment.
5. Publication of this notice is notice to any persons whose names or addresses are unknown.
If you require reasonable accommodations due to a disability to participate in the court process, please call 920-746-2482 prior to the scheduled court date. Please note that the court does not provide transportation. BY THE COURT: /s/ Jennifer A. Moeller Court Commissioner 02/01/24 Pinkert Law Firm LLP 454 Kentucky Street, Sturgeon Bay, WI 54235 920-743-6505 Bar Number 1007387 Run: Feb 9, 16, 23, 2024 WNAXLP
STATE OF WISCONSIN, CIRCUIT COURT, DOOR COUNTY IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF LAWRENCE W. CROCK Order Setting Time to Hear Petition for Administration and Deadline for Filing Claims (Formal Administration) Case No. 24 PR 11 A Petition for Formal Administration was filed. THE COURT FINDS: The decedent, with date of birth December 9, 1943 and date of death October 4, 2023 was domiciled in Door County, State of Wisconsin, with a mailing address of P.O. Box 429, Baileys Harbor, WI 54202. THE COURT ORDERS:
1. The Petition be heard at the Door County Justice Center, Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin, Room C258, before Circuit Court Judge/Circuit Court Commissioner Jennifer A. Moeller, on March 11, 2024 at 8:30 AM You do not need to appear
unless you object. The petition may be granted if there is no objection.
2. The deadline for filing a claim against the decedent’s estate is May 7, 2024.
3. A claim may be filed at the Door County Justice Center, Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin, Room C258.
4. Heirship will be determined at the hearing on petition for final judgment.
5. Publication of this notice is notice to any persons whose names or addresses are unknown.
If you require reasonable accommodations due to a disability to participate in the court process, please call 920-746-2482 prior to the scheduled court date. Please note that the court does not provide transportation. BY THE COURT: /s/ Jennifer A. Moeller Court Commissioner 02/06/24 Pinkert Law Firm LLP 454 Kentucky Street, Sturgeon Bay, WI 54235 920-743-6505 Bar Number 1007387 Run: Feb 9, 16, 23, 2024 WNAXLP
STATE OF WISCONSIN, CIRCUIT COURT, DOOR COUNTY IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF CAROL A. HOLMQUIST
a/k/a CAROL HOLMQUIST
Order Setting Time to Hear Petition for Administration and Deadline for Filing Claims (Formal Administration) Case No. 24 PR 13 A Petition for Formal Administration was filed.
THE COURT FINDS: The decedent, with date of birth August 14, 1939 and date of death December 19, 2023 was domiciled in Door County, State of Wisconsin, with a mailing address of 12397 Garrett Bay Road, Ellison Bay, WI 54210. THE COURT ORDERS:
1. The Petition be heard at the Door County Justice Center, Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin, Room C258, before Circuit Court Judge/Circuit Court Commissioner Jennifer A. Moeller, on March 11, 2024 at 8:45 AM You do not need to appear unless you object. The petition may be granted if there is no objection.
2. The deadline for filing a claim against the decedent’s estate is May 7, 2024.
3. A claim may be filed at the Door County Justice Center, Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin, Room C258.
4. Heirship will be determined at the hearing on petition for final judgment.
5. Publication of this notice is notice to any persons whose names or addresses are unknown.
If you require reasonable accommodations due to a disability to participate in the court process, please call 920-746-2482 prior to the scheduled court date. Please note that the court does not provide transportation.
BY THE COURT: /s/ Jennifer A. Moeller Court Commissioner 02/06/24 Pinkert Law Firm LLP 454 Kentucky Street, Sturgeon Bay, WI 54235
920-743-6505 Bar Number 1007387 Run: Feb 9, 16, 23, 2024
WNAXLP
PUBLIC HEARINGS
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARINGS BEFORE THE DOOR COUNTY, WI BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT DOOR COUNTY
GOVERNMENT CENTER
421 NEBRASKA ST. STURGEON BAY, WI 54235
Public hearings and a business meeting to be held by the Door County Board of Adjustment (BOA) on Tuesday, February 27, 2024 will be in the Door County Government Center Peninsula Room (C121, 1st Floor). Use the 4th Street entrance, across from the library.
Applicants and others who wish to offer oral testimony must attend in person. Members of the public who wish to monitor/observe the meeting may attend in person or do so remotely by using the link below, or via the Zoom smartphone app, or by calling (312) 626-6799.
Link: https://us02web.zoom. us/j/88441783577?pwd=WC8 zcjg1S1Q0TStPbzJtMHpDUX c1UT09
Zoom Webinar ID: 884 4178 3577
Passcode: 075719
The hearings will begin at 4:30 p.m., to consider the applications below for variances, as specified in the Door County Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance:
TOWN OF SEVASTOPOL
Dawn Miller and Lynn Hancock petition for a variance from Section 3.02(3)(a) of the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance which requires accessory structures to be located at least 40’ from the rear lot line. The applicants propose to keep the existing, 30’ diameter above ground swimming pool which is located as close as 30’ from the rear lot line. The property is at 5100 Apple Rd. in an ES zoning district.
TOWN OF FORESTVILLE
Attorney James Downey, on behalf of Lloyd Clark petitions for variances from Sections 3.02(3)(a), footnote 3 and 3.05(2) of the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance which requires accessory structures (on this lot) to be located at least 26.4’ from a side lot line and all structures to be located at least 75’ from the centerline of CTH J right-of-way. The applicant proposes to keep a newly constructed and taller, 24’ x 24’ detached garage which is located as close as 1.9’ from the east (side) lot line and as close as 74.4’ from the centerline of CTH J right-of-way. The property is at 386 Old Krueger Rd. in a GA zoning district. Written testimony will be accepted on 8 1/2” x 11” paper only and must be received by 12:00 p.m. (noon) the day before the hearing. Anonymous correspondence will not be accepted. Letters are available for inspection upon request. Letters are entered into hearing records, but are not read aloud. Please note: Correspondence or testimony submitted for town-level proceedings does NOT get forwarded to the county. All application materials may be viewed on-line approximately four business days before the hearing at: https://www.co.door.wi.gov/ AgendaCenter . Additional materials may be posted up until 4:30 p.m. the day before the hearing. The list of names to whom this notice was sent by regular mail is available upon request. Aric Weber, Chairperson Board of Adjustment c/o Door County Land Use Services Dept. Door County Gov’t. Center 421 Nebraska St., Sturgeon Bay, WI 54235
Phone: (920) 746-2323 | FAX: (920) 746-2387 Publication Dates: February
9 & 16, 2024 2/6/2024 WNAXLP SUMMONS NOTICES
STATE OF WISCONSIN DOOR COUNTY CIRCUIT COURT FILED 01-23-2024
Door County Clerk of Circuit Court 2024CV000011 Honorable David L. Weber Branch 2 THE WILLIAM D. CALKINS TRUST DATED JULY 13, 2022, BY WILLIAM D. CALKINS, TRUSTEE 585 BANK LANE, SUITE 3000 LAKE FOREST IL 60045, Plaintiff, V. JOHN DOE, JANE DOE, AND ALL UNKNOWN HEIRS OF ESTHER E. FARDIG, FRANCIS F. FARDIG, SHELDON P. FARDIG, GLEN E. FARDIG, ROGER W. FARDIG, CLIFFORD V. FARDIG, OLIVER B. FARDIG AND PEARL E. FARDIG, and NICOLET BANKSHARES, INC., C/O NICOLET NATIONAL BANK H. PHILLIP MOORE, JR., REGISTERED AGENT 111 N. WASHINGTON STREET GREEN BAY WI 54301, Defendants. Case No. Code No.: 30405 SUMMONS PURSUANT TO WIS. STATS. 801.07 (1) AND 801.12 (1) (b) THE STATE OF WISCONSIN To each unknown person named above as a defendant: You are hereby notified that the plaintiff named above has filed a lawsuit or other legal action that may affect your rights in regard to certain real property located in Door County, WI. A Notice of Object of Action that further describes the real property that is the subject of the legal action follows this summons. Within 40 days after the date of first publication you must respond with a written demand for a copy of the complaint. The demand must be sent or delivered to the court, whose address is: Door County Clerk of Courts, Door County Courthouse, 1205 South Duluth Avenue, Sturgeon Bay WI 54235; and to Attorney Daniel R. Dineen, plaintiffs attorney, whose address is Vanden Heuvel & Dineen, S.C. 246 S. 5 th Avenue, West Bend, Wisconsin 53095. You may have an attorney help or represent you.
If you do not demand a copy of the complaint within 40 days, the court may grant judgment that could affect your rights in regards to the real property and could exclude you from any right in the real property, all as requested in the complaint, and you may further lose your right to object to anything that is or may be incorrect in the complaint. A judgment in regard to the real property and your rights may be enforced as provided by law.
NOTICE OF OBJECT OF ACTION PURSUANT TO WIS. STATS. 801.12 (2) You are further notified that the real property that is the object of this action is a narrow strip of land that is part of real property located in Door County, WI and is south of the public right of way known as Cedar Lane, in the Village of Ephraim (hereinafter the “Gap Parcel”) that is legally
by Myles Mellor
NOTIFIED that the City of Sturgeon Bay intends to petition the Door County Circuit Court for the appointment of a receivership for the following real property located at 1331 Superior Street in the City of Sturgeon Bay, Door County, Wisconsin, legally described as follows: A tract of land situated in Lot One (1), Subdivision Thirty (30), according to the Assessor’s Map of the City of Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin, described as follows: Beginning at a point on the west line of said Lot 1 where the same intersects the southerly line of Superior Street at an iron pin, a distance of 532.4 feet south of the northwest corner of said Lot 1, thence east along the south line of Superior Street, a distance of 50 feet to the place of beginning of the tract herein conveyed, thence continue east a distance of 60 feet, thence south a distance of 201.2 feet to the north line of Garfield Plat, thence west 60 feet to the southeast corner of the Sally Schley tract, thence north 201.2 feet to the place of beginning.
A substantial amount of personal property and debris has accumulated on the exterior of the Property. Allowing personal property and debris to accumulate on the exterior of the Property constitutes a public nuisance as defined by 11.02(1) of the Sturgeon Bay Ordinances. The appointment of a receiver may be requested unless action is taken to abate the nuisance within sixty (60) days after receipt of this notice. Please direct all correspondence to Pinkert Law Firm LLP, Attn: Attorney Tyler D. Pluff, 454 Kentucky Street, Sturgeon Bay WI 54235. 920-743-6505.
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ORDINANCES
ORDINANCE NO. 1440-0224
THE COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF STURGEON BAY, WISCONSIN DO
ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION 1: Section 3.06
Transfer of funds of the Municipal Code of the City of Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin is hereby repealed and created as follows: A “transfer of funds” is defined as a reallocation of funding within the annual budget within specific budgetary categories which does not result in a net increase in the total annual budget over the original budget authorization. Any transfer of funds must be approved by the city administrator. A transfer of funds up to $10,000 may be authorized by the city administrator. Any transfer of funds greater than $10,000 up to $15,000 may be authorized by a simple majority of the
common council at any time. Any transfer of funds greater than $15,000 must be authorized by an affirmative vote of three-fourths of the entire membership of the common council.
SECTION 2: This ordinance shall take effect on the day after its publication.
Approved: Mayor David Ward
Attest: Stephanie Reinhardt, City Clerk
Date of 1st Reading: 01/23/24
Date of 2nd Reading: 02/06/24
Publication:02/09/24
Effective Date: 02/10/24 WNAXLP
PUBLIC HEARING NOTICES
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
The City of Sturgeon Bay Plan Commission will hold a public hearing in the Council Chambers at City Hall, 421 Michigan Street, Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin on Wednesday, February 21, 2024, at 6:00 p.m. or shortly thereafter, in regard to a proposed zoning map amendment to change the zoning classification of an approximately 0.81-acre parcel from Agricultural (A) to General-Commercial (C-1).
The subject property is parcel no. #281-62-11000109 owned by F & J Enterprises, LLC, and located on the south side of Alabama Street-across from the Nightingale Supper Club. The proposed zoning map amendment materials are on file with the Community Development Department and can be viewed at City Hall weekdays between 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. The public is invited to give testimony in
regard to the rezoning request either in person at the hearing or in writing. By order of: City of Sturgeon Bay Plan Commission WNAXLP
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
The City of Sturgeon Bay Plan Commission will hold a public hearing in the Council Chambers at City Hall, 421 Michigan Street, Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin on Wednesday, February 21, 2024 at 6:00 p.m. or shortly thereafter, in regard to a proposed zoning map amendment to change the zoning classification of an approximately 2.78 acre parcel from Single-Family Residential (R-1) to
The
inspection at the offices of McMahon Associates, Inc., 1445 McMahon Drive, Neenah, Wisconsin 54956. PROCUREMENT OF BIDDING DOCUMENTS In order to be a ‘Plan Holder’ or ‘Bidder’, each firm or organization shall download Bidding Documents from the McMahon Associates, Inc. website (www.mcmgrp. com) utilizing QuestCDN eBidDocTM. Complete digital Bidding Documents are available at www.mcmgrp.com or www.questcdn.com. Digital Bidding Documents may be downloaded for a nonrefundable $40.00 by inputting Quest Project No. 8615240 on the website’s Project Search page. On-line bid submission is available for this project for a non-refundable $55.00. Contact QuestCDN. com at 952-233-1632 or info@ questcdn.com for assistance in free membership registration, downloading, and working with this digital project information.
BID SECURITY No Bid shall be received unless accompanied by a Certified Check or satisfactory Bid Bond payable to the Village of Egg Harbor in an amount not less than 5% of the maximum Bid as a guarantee that, if the Bid is accepted, the Bidder will execute and file the Contract, Performance/Payment Bonds and Insurance Certification, as required by the Contract Documents, within 15-days after the Notice of Award.
BID REJECTION The OWNER reserves the right to reject any and all Bids, waive any informalities in Bidding or to accept the Bid or Bids which best serves the interests of the Village of Egg Harbor.
WITHDRAWAL OF BIDS No Bid shall be withdrawn for a period of 60-days after the scheduled opening without the consent of the OWNER.
PROOF OF RESPONSIBILITY A Proof Of Responsibility (PreQualification) Form for all Contracts in excess of $10,000 must be filed in the office of the Administrator not later than five (5) calendar days prior to the date of receiving Bids, and shall show sufficient ability, equipment and experience to properly perform the Contract. The Village of Egg Harbor’s decision as to qualifications shall be final.
QUALIFICATIONS OF BIDDERS The OWNER may make such investigations as deemed necessary to determine the ability of the Bidder to perform the work and the Bidder shall furnish to the OWNER all such information and data as may be requested for this purpose. The OWNER reserves the right to reject any Bid if the evidence submitted by, or investigation of, such Bidder fails to satisfy the OWNER that such Bidder is properly qualified to carry out the obligations of the Contract and complete the work as described by the Contract Documents. Conditional Bids shall not be accepted.
GOVERNING LAWS & REGULATIONS The Contract letting shall be subject to the provisions of Sections 66.0901, 66.0903 and 779.14 of the Wisconsin Statutes.
WAGE RATE DETERMINATIONS - The CONTRACTOR shall be required to pay not less than the Wage Rates established for the project by the U.S. Department Of Labor - DavisBacon, and pay wages at rates not less than the highest rate noted for each trade. Copies of the applicable Wage Rates are on file with the OWNER and/or incorporated in the Contract Documents.
AFFIDAVIT OF NONCOLLUSION – The Bidder, or agents, officers or employees, have not, either directly or indirectly, entered into an agreement, participated in any collusion, or otherwise taken any action in restraint of free competition bidding with this Bid. All Bidders shall submit an Affidavit of Non-Collusion. PROJECT FUNDING – The Egg Harbor STH 42 Project is being funded through the Federal Congestion, Mitigation and Air Quality (CMAQ) Program. The State of Wisconsin Project I.D. Number is 4140-10-74.
DISADVANTAGED
BUSINESS ENTERPRISES
It is policy for this Project that Minority Business, as defined by 49 CFR, Part 26, shall have the maximum opportunity to participate in the performance of this Contract. This Project has no assigned DBE goal. Bidders must demonstrate positive efforts to utilize DBE’s.
PRIME CONTRACTOR
PARTICIPATION – The Prime CONTRACTOR will perform at least 30 percent of the original contract amount with the CONTRACTOR’s own organization per Section 108.1.2 of the current edition of the WisDOT Standard Specifications for Highway and Structure Construction.
STATEMENT OF AFFIRMATIVE ACTION – The CONTRACTOR will accept as its operating policy the
following statement:
“It is policy of this company to assure that applicants are employed, and that employees are treated during employment, without regard to their race, religion, sex, color, national origin, age or disability. Such action shall include: employment, upgrading, demolition, or transfer; recruitment or recruitment advertising; layoff or termination; rates of pay or other forms of compensation; and selection for training, including apprenticeship preapprenticeship, and/or on-thejob training.”
AMERICAN IRON & STEEL
- It shall be mandatory for the CONTRACTOR(s), including any Subcontractor, to comply with all requirements of Federal HR 3547, ‘Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2014’, specifically Division G, Title IV, as it pertains to the use of American Iron and Steel.
Published by the authority of the Village of Egg Harbor acting through its Board of Trustees.
VILLAGE OF EGG HARBOR | Door County, Wisconsin Megan Sawyer, Village of Administrator Run: Peninsula Pulse Email: legals@ppulse.com
Dates: February 2, 9, 16, 2024
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PUBLIC HEARING NOTICES
LIBERTY GROVE
TOWN OF LIBERTY GROVE
PUBLIC MEETING
NOTICE OF PUBLIC
HEARING
Date: February 26, 2024
Time: 6:00pm
Place: Town Hall, 11161 Old Stage Road
Public notice is hereby given that a public hearing will be held beginning at 6 pm on February 26, 2024 at the Liberty Grove Town Hall at 11161 Old Stage Road, Sister Bay Wisconsin. This hearing is to receive comments from those attending regarding the selection of an Internet Service Provider to deploy, operate and maintain a broadband internet network in the Town of Liberty Grove. The recommendation of the Town Board is posted on the Town web site, libertygrove.org and can also be examined at the Town office on Old Stage Road during office hours of 9 am to 4 pm. Comments from this hearing will be reviewed by the Town Board in their final decision to be made at a later date and time. This hearing is for the taking of comments only, no decision will be made by the Town Board at the hearing. Pamela Donart-Welcome, Clerk/Treasurer WNAXLP
SISTER BAY
PLAN COMMISSION
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Sister Bay Plan Commission will hold a public hearing on Tuesday, February 27, 2024, at 5:30 PM, or shortly thereafter, for the purpose of considering text amendments to Chapter 66 of the Municipal Code that pertain to zoning and short-term rentals, correct the title of Clerk-Treasurer, reference fees charged, and correct scrivener’s errors. The purpose of the public hearing is to obtain comments and input from the public on the proposed text amendments. The public hearing will be held at the Sister Bay Liberty Grove Fire Station located at 2258 Mill Rd., Sister Bay. A virtual option is available (visit www. sisterbaywi.gov and search for the agenda for the Zoom link or contact the Village Office by phone at 920-8544118). The proposed Text Amendments are as follows, with additions underlined, and deletions delineated with a strikethrough.
1. Amend Sec. 66.0403(j) (4)(a) - Parking space requirements, to clarify the number of parking stalls allowed for a short-term rental: (j)(4)(a) Single-family dwellings, two spaces per dwelling unit. Properties licensed as a short-term rental in detached single-family dwellings, regardless of the number of bedrooms rented, shall provide a minimum of two, and not more than four, conforming parking spaces on the property. Garage stalls shall count toward the
total number of stalls allowed on a property. Additional parking spaces can be authorized upon review by the Plan Commission. Additional parking needed on a temporary basis may be authorized upon the issuance of a Special Event Permit.
2. Amend Sec. 66.0406(f) - Number of driveways allowed, to clarify what is required for compliance:
(f) Lots in the R-1, R-3, R-4, B-2 and B-3 districts shall be limited to one driveway unless a second one is approved by the Plan Commission. Lots in all other districts shall be limited to two driveways. For short-term rentals with a nonconforming number of driveways, the nonconforming number of driveways shall be brought into compliance before the property can be licensed as a short-term rental. For purposes of this section, ‘compliance’ shall be deemed removal of all hard surfaces and fill from the roadbed to the right-of-way, or front lot line if fronting on a private street, and five feet into the yard. Three trees, at least four feet in height, shall be planted, evenly spaced apart, between the right-of-way or front lot line and within the five-foot removal area. The trees shall be maintained to ensure survival. Any area disturbed shall be restored to a natural or manicured state to match the adjoining landscape.
3. Amend Sec. 66.0301, Zoning Map, in such fashion that it reads: A certified copy of the Zoning Map shall be adopted and approved with the text as part of this Chapter and shall bear upon its face the attestation of the Village President and the Village Clerk-Treasurer Clerk and shall be available to the public in the office of the Village Clerk. Changes thereafter, to the general zoning districts, shall not become effective until entered and attested on the certified copy and/or approved by the Village Board.
4. Amend any section of Ch. 66 with a fee or forfeiture listed in the Adopted Fee Schedule to reference that the fee or forfeiture is per the most recently Adopted Fee Schedule that was adopted by Resolution of the Village Board.
5. Amend Ch. 66 to correct scrivener’s errors and typographical errors like punctuation, words with incorrect capitalization (upper case or lower-case letters), inconsistencies in references (Wis. Stats., Wisconsin Statutes, Ch., Chapter, Section, Sec., §, etc.), references to he/him or she/her, spacing, etc.
6. Amend Chapter 66 by recreating Sec. 66.0504Wireless Telecommunication Sites, to match current standards, processes and trends. The complete section, its deletions and additions, is available by contacting the employees in the Village Administration Office at the e-mail address and/or telephone number shown below.
In addition to testimony presented at the hearing, written correspondence will also be accepted until 3:00 PM February 22, 2024, and will be forwarded to the Plan Commission. Correspondence can be mailed to P.O. Box 769, Sister Bay, WI 54234; faxed to 920-854-9637; deposited in the drop box at the Administration Office at 2383 Maple Drive, Sister Bay; or e-mailed to janal.suppanz@ sisterbaywi.gov. Late correspondence will not be forwarded to the Commission. Written correspondence will also be available for public inspection until the close of business on the day of the hearing and will be entered into the record. A summary of all correspondence received may be presented at the public hearing, but individual letters will not be read aloud. Anonymous correspondence will not be accepted. All related public hearing materials may normally be viewed at the Sister Bay Administration Building, 2383 Maple Drive, Sister Bay, WI between 8 AM and 4 PM, Monday-Friday. By order of the Plan Commission of the Village of Sister Bay Julie Schmelzer, Village Administrator WNAXLP
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OPEN YEAR ROUND 9am to 5pm. HOMEMADE CHERRY & APPLE PRODUCTS FROM OUR ORCHARDS. Cherries galore. NEW freeze dried cherries, our own sparkling cider & juice, Cherry & many more. Locally grown state certified beef, ground, steaks & roast. Also our cherry and apple pies baked or ready to bake. A variety of cheese, cheese spreads and cheese curds. Door County beer and wines. Natural homemade soaps. Door County Watch Us Grow liquid fertilizer. Honey crisp dried apples, large variety of fruit pie fillings including Cherry & Honey Crisp apple. Jams, Jellies, Pies, Salsa, BBQ Sauce, (Cherries: frozen, canned and dried), Cherry Cider, Honey Crisp Blend Apple Cider, our new apple grape and peachy apple and apple cranberry ciders. Fresh Eggs, Maple Syrup, Honey, Pickles, Spices, Fudge, Gifts & Gift Boxes and Much More. Pick Your Own Cherries and Apples in season. Six Generations Growing and Marketing Fruits and Vegetables. Wholesale and Retail products. We ship UPS. Accept WIC checks. Door County Kraut Co. Indoor BHCA Farm/Artisan Markets Feb 10, Mar 9, Apr 13 – 10am-2pm in the BH Town Hall Auditorium. Two+ year seasoned/split hardwood firewood-16” lengths. 1/3 cords (metric)
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New Landscaping Company
Portside Property Maintenance, LLC. Spring clean up, lawn care, snow removal, power washing, gutters and more. Call text or email portsidemaintllc2024@ gmail.com. Al – 920.328.8896 or Layo 920.868.0251.
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Mike’s Special Services
This months special roof repair. Also gutter cleanup and repair. Call 920.391.8809 or 920.818.0360
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Looking for Summer rental county-wide
Looking for a condo or home rental for June through September or a long portion of that time frame. Open to county wide but North of Sturgeon Bay. Two adults and small non-shedding service dog. 520.271.6660
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Former female Wisconsinite living in Arizona, wants to move to Sturgeon Bay but would like to rent first to test the waters. Looking for Furnished or unfurnished house or condo with 1st floor master. Lease term 1 month to 12 months (your call). Up to $1500+ utilities. Must be Sturgeon Bay proper or up to 10 miles north of the city. Would also like to rent a car while I’m there. Want to swap? Perhaps you’d like to
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Substitute Teacher Assistants
Full or part-time (20-40 hours per week), Monday through Friday (No weekends or evenings), substitute teacher assistants needed at Northern Door Children’s Center year round. Must be a team player and be willing to work with all age groups, children ages infant through age 5. Must be 18 years or older, enjoy children, be dependable, a good communicator and ready to take responsibility as part of a teaching team. Experience and/ or education related to early childhood education preferred but all interest should apply.
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Dental Hygienist
Are you a licensed Dental Hygienist passionate about oral health? We are looking for you! Dentistry by Design in Sister Bay is seeking a skilled Dental Hygienist to provide top-notch care to our patients. Competitive pay, benefits, great work environment and a generous sign-on bonus. Please email cora@doorcountydentistry. com for more information.
Veterinary Assistant
Door County Veterinary
Hospital is looking for a thorough, hard working, Self motivated team player with excellent communication skills to join our team of pet care professionals. Candidates need to be organized, detail oriented, able to multi-task, and lift 50#. Willingness to learn and help in various tasks is a must. 920.743.7777 doorcountyveterinaryhospital@ yahoo.com
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Julie’s Park Cafe & Motel is looking for an evening front desk
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Must Be A Self Starter & Multitasker with Attention to Detail Required to work full-time assisting & managing ALL DAILY HOTEL DUTIES, Including Housekeeping, front desk, light maintenance, etc for a very successful 35 unit hotel. Very busy May-Oct, busy weekends year round. Long term employment & weekends required. *Single On-Site Room available for very responsible, independent, *SINGLE female (shared housing). No pets No additional guests. Call Lynne 920.421.0663
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Love that feeling of satisfaction before guests arrive? The house is spotless, everything is in order. We do too! Come join our cleaning team at the Cedar Court Inn. Must be reliable & detail oriented. Will train. Highly competitive pay. Season end bonus. Part time hours. Great for those who work PM shifts.920.421.3363
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Receptionist/Assistant Door County Veterinary Hospital is looking for a thorough, hard working, Self motivated team player with excellent communication skills to join our team of pet care professionals. Candidates need to be organized, detail oriented, able to multi-task. Willingness to learn and help in various tasks is a must. 920.743.7777 doorcountyveterinaryhospital@ yahoo.com
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Wild Tomato Pizza Wild Tomato is hiring in Fish Creek and Sister Bay locations. We are seeking enthusiastic and motivated people to join our team! Full-time and Part-time openings are available for the following positions: Servers, Cashiers, Hosts, Pizza cooks, Kitchen staff, Bussers, and Dishwashers. Employees will earn a competitive hourly wage. Please apply in person or online at wildtomatopizza.com/jobs
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Full and Part Time Housekeepers
These two positions are year-round and the schedule can be flexible with no nights. Beautiful condo property right in the heart of Sister Bay. Positive attitude and reliability are a must. Job consists of cleaning condos and some common areas, strip dirty linens and replace with clean linens along with making beds. We love experienced housekeepers, but willing to train the right person. Competitive wages based on the experience level. Housing Available. Call or email Dede at dede@ycsb.com or
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We are seeking goal-oriented individuals who can work as part of our team. Those who can operate tractors, general lawn equipment such as mowers, string trimmers, and hand tools are desired. No speci c skills are required, we provide on the job training. Must be physically able to work outside in most weather conditions. Every day is a new adventure. Please check out our website or you may call or stop by our o ce to ask questions. Typical duties: Landscaping, operating equipment such as a lawn mower, tractors, trimmers, and hand tools.
Positions range from $16.00 to $17.00 per hour. Applications may be obtained on the City’s website at www.sturgeonbaywi.org. Must be at least sixteen years old and possess a valid Wisconsin Driver’s License. City of Sturgeon Bay An Equal Opportunity Employer
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by SAM WATSON sam@ppulse.com
What began as a casual movie night in the basement of a Sister Bay coffee shop has turned into a film festival that’s been running for 15 years strong.
The Door County Short Film Fest (DCSFF), led by festival director Chris Opper, started out in 2009 as a gathering of 20 to 30 people in the downstairs of the former Base Camp Coffee. Within two years, the festival outgrew the venue and moved to the Sister Bay Town Hall and in 2023, it moved again this time to Northern Sky’s Gould Theater.
Owen Alabado, Frank Maloney, Dan Smrz and Kurt Krauss are a few of the filmmakers with local connections whose work will debut on the big screen during this year’s festival, Feb. 16-17. Alabado will
present a psychological thriller, Two Truths and a Lie; Maloney and Smrz will show a music video for Raising the Stakes, a song by Frank Maloney and His Big Country Unit; and Krauss will unveil an adaptation of a Stephen King story, The Last Rung on the Ladder.
A Hometown Horror Story
When Alabado moved to Door County in 2020, he brought with him his acting and filmmaking experience from his former Los Angeles home base. “When I moved to Door County, I knew I wanted to continue to make films and find out how many people here would be interested,” Alabado said. “There’s a lot of talent up here.”
In the past, Alabado has created a comedy, a martial-arts movie and a web series based on his standup – but Two Truths and a
Lie marks his first time making a psychological thriller.
The film follows a group of friends whose game night goes very wrong. Its cast, which Alabado assembled during an audition at The Filling Station at Husby’s, is composed entirely of Gibraltar High School graduates.
Those graduates include familiar faces in Door County’s performing-arts scene, like singersongwriter Zephyr Ciesar; Brandon Bogenschutz, who performs in local improv troupe The Knobs alongside Alabado; and Logan Thomas, who performed in cabaret shows by Northern Door Pride, which Alabado founded. They starred alongside local actors Sam Radosevich, Alex Janisse and Justina Zukauskait.
Though Two Truths and a Lie was not Alabado’s first time making
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Dinner: A Love Story
Hwy 42 in Fish Creek During February, Alexander’s is offering its Sweetheart Dinner Package featuring a prix-fixe menu. For details and reservations call 920.868.3532.
BARRINGER’S
1 N. Spruce St. in Fish Creek
Serving until 9 pm on Valentine’s Day, Barringer’s specials will include tomahawk ribeye, crab cakes and turbot. Visit linktr. ee/barringersdoorcounty for reservations.
BURTON’S ON THE GREEN 7670 Horseshoe Bay Road in Egg Harbor Burton’s on the Green at the Alpine Golf Course Clubhouse will be open on Valentine’s Day from 8 am – 8 pm for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Their Valentine’s Day special is a free bottle of prosecco with the purchase of two dinner entrees.
CARRINGTON 7643 Hillside Road in Egg Harbor Carrington will be open from 4-8 pm on
Valentine’s Day and will serve a special Valentine’s menu and their regular dinner menu all week. Valentine’s menu options will include bone-in ribeye, broiled lobster thermidor and seared scallops. Call 920.868.5162 for reservations.
CHIVES
8041 Hwy 57 in Baileys Harbor Normally closed on Wednesdays, Chives will be open for dinner Feb. 14, 4-9 pm. Seating is limited. Visit linktr. ee/chivesdoorcounty for reservations.
DONNY’S GLIDDEN LODGE RESTAURANT
4670 Glidden Dr. in Sturgeon Bay A Valentine’s Day menu will be served featuring grilled swordfish
WHAT TO KNOW BEFORE YOU GO
This year’s Door County Short Film Fest features three feature-length films and 20+ short films. They will be screened at 7 pm on Feb. 16 and 1-7 pm on Feb. 17. Guests can enjoy refreshments, participate in Q&A sessions with featured filmmakers, and vote on their favorite film, which will receive the 2024 Golden Mug Award. Weekend passes are $25. Advance tickets are available online at northernskytheater.com and in-person at Northern Sky’s Gould Theater ticket o ce, which is open Monday-Friday, 10 am – 4 pm. Tickets will also be available at the o ce on Feb. 16, 5-6 pm. On Feb. 17, the ticket o ce opens at 12 pm.
Northern Sky’s Gould Theater is located at 9058 County Rd. A in Fish Creek.
SCREENING SCHEDULE
Feb. 16
7 pm Feature Films: Love Di erently directed by Emma Siewert Puppy Love directed by Gail Gilbert
Feb. 17
1-2:25 pm Short-Film Block: Animated Life directed by Jason Love Cappuccino directed by Jacob Lefeber Ballad of a Mushroom Cloud directed by Len
Borruso
Visitant of Paris directed by Jeremy Strohm
The Giver directed by Emily Schumann
Spark Plug directed by Cole Sheldon
Two Truths and a Lie directed by Owen Alabado
The Birth of the Modern Snowmobile directed by Nate Sheppard
Stairs directed by Jeph Porter
3-4:25 pm Short-Film Block: Reach New Heights. With Frank Weber directed by Will Keizer
Woodland of Wonder - Wisconsin’s First Preserve directed by Brenda Hughes
The Stone Carver directed by Bryan Royston Nothing directed by Rile Wadzinski “When You’re Here, You’re Pizza!” directed by Tim Schwagel
Expiration Dates directed by Wesley Morgan
Kamerad directed by Toby Kearton
Raising the Stakes directed by Frank Maloney and Dan Smrz
Capital Games directed by Cole J. Sheldon
5-6:25 pm Short-Film Block:
Pickup directed by Sean Wisbey
Swept O directed by Melonie Gartner
Vessel directed by Bennett Michael Johnson
3 Hours Per Frame: Creating of Wood directed by Morgan Jones
Waltzing With The Dead directed by Mariah Koehler and Will Keizer
Last Rung on the Ladder directed by Je
Blankenship
7 pm Feature Film: Love & Irony directed by John A. Biesack
Frank Maloney and Haley Simpson in a still from the music video for Raising the Stakes.
Trusted team. Close to home.
Celebrating Children’s Health: DCMC Dental Clinic’s Tooth Fairy Fundraiser
As we embrace National Children’s Dental Health Month, Door County Medical Center (DCMC) Dental Clinic announces its annual Tooth Fairy Fundraiser, happening February 19-23, 2024, between 11:30 am and 1:00 pm. The booth is located at the 16th Place entrance of the Sturgeon Bay Campus, where volunteers will be selling symbolic paper teeth for various amounts. Look out for tooth fairies of all ages roaming the hospital departments, collecting donations, and selling paper teeth.
This year holds special significance as DCMC celebrates the Dental Clinic’s 25th Anniversary. “As part of the celebration, we’ll be handing out tooth-shaped cut-out cookies. This not only marks the clinic’s transformation and growth but also highlights our success in increasing access to dental care, with over 5,000 patient visits annually,” says DCMC Dental Clinic Director Tanya Fischer. Accessible Dental Care
Community collaboration is important in ensuring accessible dental care, especially for children. DCMC’s Oral Health Coalition, is comprised of members from United Way, WIC, Public Health, ADRC, and the Library and meets regularly to plan events and share oral health education. This collaborative effort also includes a referral system from various organizations to connect community members with the dental care they need.
Additionally, DCMC Dental Clinic actively participates in the WI Oral Health Alliance’s “Seal A Smile” program. Through this initiative, the clinic brings portable equipment into schools, providing exams, sealants, and fluoride varnish to 1st-5th graders. Fischer adds that this year, the program has more than doubled the number of participating students, emphasizing DCMC’s commitment to proactive dental care.
Children’s Dental Health: A Vital Issue
Children’s dental health significantly impacts their overall wellbeing. Oral health is crucial for a child’s ability to eat, speak, learn, and socialize without pain or discomfort. It extends beyond the physical, affecting their confidence, self-esteem, and even academic performance.
A poignant illustration of the importance of children’s dental health comes from a recent patient case.
“We received a call from a local school concerning a child with a swollen cheek, experiencing nighttime pain, and struggling to concentrate in school,” shares Fischer. “After obtaining parental consent, we scheduled an appointment. X-rays revealed the child had two primary teeth broken to the gum line and were infected.”
In response, our dedicated team extracted the remaining teeth, prescribed antibiotics, and addressed other cavities discovered through the X-rays. The result? The child is now free from pain and benefiting from ongoing preventative care. This story underscores the impact of addressing children’s dental health, not only on their immediate well-being but also on their future quality of life.
Untreated tooth decay in children can lead to missed school days, lower grades, and potential long-term challenges in adulthood. At DCMC Dental Clinic, we are committed to addressing these issues head-on, ensuring that every child in our community receives the comprehensive dental care they need for a brighter, healthier future.
Language Access and Expanded Hours
“Ensuring language accessibility is crucial for us,” says Fischer. “We’ve been fortunate to use an interpreting service called Martii—an iPad app connecting us to live interpreters who assist throughout a patient’s visit. The platform offers access in more than 250 languages. To further assist Spanish-speaking individuals, the clinic can provide intake papers and medical histories in Spanish.”
Expanding accessibility over the years, the clinic is now open Monday through Friday from 8 am to 4:30 pm. Patients with Medicaid and those who are uninsured (supporting up to the 200% federal poverty rate) are welcome to receive services.
Holistic Health Approach
“During appointments, we go beyond dental health, discussing medical histories and medications. If patients lack a primary physician or need assistance in mental health, blood pressure, diabetes, or sleep apnea, we help them find providers and send referrals for overall health improvement,” Fischer shares.
The DCMC Dental Clinic stands out as the sole dental office in Door and Kewaunee County accepting Medicaid Insurance since 1999. She continues, “We’ve served thousands annually, bridging gaps in dental care. Each year, our fundraising efforts address Medicaid reimbursement deficits, ensuring we can continue serving the community and contributing to overall health improvement.”
As we celebrate National Children’s Dental Health Month, please join DCMC in supporting the Tooth Fairy Fundraiser and our ongoing mission to provide accessible, comprehensive dental care for everyone in our community. Together, we build healthier smiles and brighter futures.
Introducing: DocTalk
Are you interested in the latest national healthcare topics with a local perspective? Door County Medical Center proudly presents DocTalk: a VLOG series with Dr. Jim Heise, DCMC’s Chief Medical Officer, where hot topics in healthcare and at DCMC are discussed. A Vlog is a video series with regular postings on current events.
Have a question about things going on in healthcare or in our community that you’d like to hear about? Community members are encouraged to make topic suggestions through our Facebook, Instagram or YouTube pages.
Follow DCMC’s YouTube Channel to get the latest DocTalk Vlog!
Employee Spotlight: Tala Hunter
Tala started at Door County Medical Center (DCMC) in 2008 and just celebrated her 15th anniversary. She started as a Health Unit Coordinator (HUC) and Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) in the Medical Surgical (Med/Surg) Unit. In 2017, she was awarded the Value of Service by her coworkers during DCMC’s Mission and Values Week. In 2018, she was promoted to Department Assistant to Melody Hargis, Director for Inpatient Services (ICU, MS, OB). In 2020, Tala took on another role as the Administrative Assistant to Christa Krause, Chief Nursing Officer which is where she is today.
“What I like most about working at DCMC has a lot to do with the people and culture. They are like a second family to me. I have learned a lot over the years with the different roles I’ve held, from patient care to being a superuser of the electronic health record system, and now my current involvement with our upgrades to our timekeeper system and advanced scheduling in Dimensions. I look forward to all of the possibilities and opportunities available for self growth at DCMC. Just seeing all of the changes we have gone through to now has been quite an accomplishment for so many different areas/departments. It is exciting to see and be a part of,” says Tala.
Tala, we are so grateful that you’ve chosen DCMC to build your career. You are a vital and trusted part of the team.
TALA HUNTER
15 years of service
2008-2018 HUC & CNA 2017 Living Our Values Award recipient for value of Service
2018-Present Inpatient
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A Call to Action: Take Care of Your Heart
Every 39 seconds, an American experiences a heart attack.
During American Heart Month, dedicate time to prioritize your cardiovascular well-being. Make conscious changes to your diet and exercise habits to decrease the risk of heart attack, stroke, and other related complications.
Prevention is the Best Medicine Heart disease remains the leading cause of death in the United States. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) underscore three pivotal risk factors for heart disease: high cholesterol, high blood pressure, and smoking.
Additional risk factors include diabetes and obesity, all of which can be mitigated through lifestyle modifications.
“I always emphasize the significance of preventive measures,” says Dr. Jim Heise, Chief Medical Officer at Door County Medical Center (DCMC).
“Addressing risk factors early on can significantly reduce the likelihood of heart disease. It’s about empowering individuals to take charge of their cardiovascular health.”
Move More
Physical activity has numerous benefits. It strengthens your heart, improves circulation, reduces stress, and can help achieve weight-loss goals—all of which lower the risk of developing heart disease. As little as 60 minutes a week of moderate-intensity aerobic activity such as walking briskly helps your heart. For major health benefits, aim for at least 2.5 hours a week
Try these tips from the National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute (NHLBI) to make being active part of your everyday routine:
Add a friend of family member
• Take a yoga or other fitness class online or in person with a friend.
Share your fitness goals with your spouse or roommate.
• Commit to a walking schedule with a friend, even if you can’t walk together.
Do what you love
• If you enjoy the outdoors, try biking, hiking, pickleball or gardening.
Play with the children in your life.
• Think of physical activity as a special time to refresh your body and mind.
• Schedule appointments
• Pay a bill
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Build activities into your day
• Do strength exercises while watching TV or listening to a podcast.
• Take the stairs.
• Use a workout game on your gaming console.
• Take a walk during lunch.
• Go for a walk or a bike ride before you sit down to enjoy dinner or a movie.
Dr. Heise adds, “Heart health is not just an individual journey— support and encourage each other to make better choices.”
A Healthier Relationship with Food
The path to a healthier heart often starts with what’s on our plates. Cathy Keller, a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist at Door County Medical Center advises, “Consider your diet a cornerstone of heart health. Embrace nutrientrich foods, follow heart-healthy eating plans, and let your meals be a celebration of wellness.”
The American Heart Association (AHA) and NHLBI recommend the Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension (DASH) eating plan in order to reduce the likelihood of developing heart disease. The DASH eating plan requires no special foods and instead provides daily and weekly nutritional goals. This plan recommends:
• Incorporating vegetables, fruits, and whole grains into meals.
• Including fat-free or low-fat dairy products, fish, poultry, beans, nuts, and vegetable oils.
• Limiting foods high in saturated fat, such as fatty meats, fullfat dairy products, and tropical oils like coconut, palm kernel, and palm oils.
Minimizing the intake of sugar-sweetened beverages and sweets.
At Door County Medical Center, we believe that fostering well-being begins with knowledge. Take a moment this February to take stock of your heart health. Schedule a check-up, discuss your risk factors with your healthcare provider, and understand your individual needs. It’s a proactive step towards a healthier, more informed you.
FAMILY MEDICINE
Door County Medical Center Sturgeon Bay Clinic Welcomes...
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HELPING YOU STAY SAFE AT HOME AND ON THE GO
• Preserve your independence
24/7
In case of an emergency, the Personal Emergency Response System (PERS) ensures you’re not left without assistance. We will promptly connect you with your family, neighbors, or emergency services. If you do not respond we will send help to you immediately.
IS ALWAYS THERE TO ANSWER YOUR CALL
• Stay active and in control of your life
Your PERS is an emergency alert device that can help you:
• Give your loved ones peace of mind if you live alone
• Manage your health and avoid future health issues
Having a PERS device provides access to an Urgent Response Agent who is trained in emergency and non-emergency situations.
Learn more at www.dcmedical.org/medical-services/life-assist or call
Sandy Sievert, LifeAssist Coordinator, at 920.746.3578 to get started.
DCMC is excited to introduce Taylor Kubicek, DNP. Kubicek provides Family Medicine services at Door County Medical Center Sturgeon Bay Clinic.
Taylor is from Waupaca, WI and earned her Doctor of Nursing Practice degree from University of Wisconsin –Oshkosh. In her free time she enjoys spending time outdoors hunting, fishing, and going for walks and sightseeing. Taylor also enjoys various crafting activities such as cross stitch and scrapbooking.
Ready to establish a relationship with a primary care provider? Make an appointment by calling (920) 746-0510.
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Patience at the Bird Feeders
by CHARLOTTE LUKES
This past month, I’ve often looked out at the feeders in my front yard and noticed no birds. Few of the typical seed-eaters have been here, and many seeds that I put out at dusk are still on the platforms well after dawn.
Then, all of a sudden, the birds arrive and begin chowing down. When the flock of blue jays flies in, they dominate the platform feeders and scare off all the smaller birds.
I place shelled peanut halves on the platform’s lower level specifically for the chickadees and nuthatches, but the jay finds them and grabs as many as it can carry in its beak.
A good friend gave me some peanuts in the shell and placed a few handfuls on top of the bigger platform. At first, the jays didn’t seem to know what they were, but eventually, they realized there was tasty food inside. They can usually carry only one at a time, which keeps them busy hacking open each shell to get the nut.
It seems blue jays will eat anything placed on the feeders. Years ago, when Roy and I lived in the Ridges Rangelight residence, I liked to make sourdough pancakes. When I had fried all the batter, there
were occasionally leftover pancakes. I would tear them into small chunks and put them on the feeder platform. The jays fought over them and crammed as many as possible into their beaks. I realized that one reason there are no birds at the feeders is because my resident sharp-shinned hawk is lurking in the nearby woods, patiently waiting for the first unwary bird to fly into the feeders. I once saw it chase and catch a male redbellied woodpecker and land on the driveway on top of its prey.
The sharp-shinned hawk is an accipiter, or part of a genus of medium-sized forest-dwelling hawks. Like Cooper’s hawks, they pluck the feathers before consuming the bird. Last week I went to Sturgeon Bay and when I returned, I saw many small gray feathers scattered by the wind on the snow. I knew the sharpie had caught a dark-eyed junco.
Blue jays are considered the alarm bells of the forest. They call loudly when there is danger, so when they do come to the feeders, the other birds may feel it is safe for them to do the same.
Then the hawk sat in the cedar trees behind the feeders looking towards the ground for a hidden junco. I went out on the deck to chase it away, but it only flew to a higher branch in the nearby maple tree. This bird is so used to being here that it isn’t even afraid of me anymore.
I went back inside and timed the hawk. It sat on the maple branch for five minutes before leaving the area. Then I noticed a hairy woodpecker clinging to the trunk of a small ash tree behind the feeders. It stayed motionless for 44 minutes after the hawk disappeared. These small birds seem to know that sitting motionless is key to their survival until other birds fly into the yard, signaling it is safe to move.
Blue jays and mourning doves are easy targets for accipiters; they are slow flyers and make a hearty meal for these woodland hawks. That’s why, when the blue jays return to the feeders, it usually means the coast is clear, and the smaller birds and woodpeckers come back to eat.
Last week, it was 30 minutes after sunrise before any bird came here. One blue jay flew in from the southeast, but soon headed back in the same direction as the sharpie flew in from the northwest.
As the snow cover diminishes on the open fields, start looking for returning horned larks. These sparrow-sized birds nest in many of the inland meadows away from the lakeshore. When snow remains in the fields, you can see them searching for weed seeds along the shoulders of roads. They will fly up into the field as you approach, letting you see their dark tail. Patience is vital for birds at the feeders, whether they be accipiters or small songbirds. As birdwatchers, we need to be patient too.
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2024 Valentine’s Day(ish) Happenings
Celebrate
611 Jefferson St. in Sturgeon Bay
Chef Lori Terry of Crave Cuisine will serve an array of small plates and heavy appetizers at Dromhus on Valentine’s Day. Oysters, coffeecrusted steak and chili-lime salmon are just a few of the menu items. The event includes live music. For reservations call 608.333.4553 or email dromhusdoorcounty@gmail.com.
FAT BELLY
10621 N. Highland Road in Sister Bay
Usually closed on Wednesdays, Fat Belly will serve a Valentine’s Day sevencourse tasting menu with wine and sake pairings. Availability is limited. Call 920.854.3500 for reservations.
FRESH PERSONAL CHEFS
DOOR COUNTY
Available from Feb. 12-16, Chef Mauricio of Fresh Personal Chefs Door County will prepare a Valentine’s dinner at your home. Menu planning, shopping, food preparation service and clean up is included. For
Party
Feb. 14, 11:30 am Aging and Disability Resource Center of Door County, 916 N. 14th Ave. in Sturgeon Bay
Enjoy live renditions of Elvis’ greatest love songs. Call 920.746.2372 for reservations.
Chocolate Feast and Dread Pirates Feb. 17, 2-4
reservations call 920.621.2290 or email dcfreshchefs@yahoo.com.
INN AT CEDAR CROSSING
336 Louisiana St. in Sturgeon Bay
From Feb. 14-18, Inn at Cedar Crossing will offer Valentine’s dinner options that include crab-stuffed prawns, lobster risotto and pan-seared cod. Dinner will be served from 4-9 pm. For reservations call 920.743.4200.
KITTY O’REILLY’S IRISH PUB
59 E. Oak St. in Sturgeon Bay Kitty O’Reilly’s will serve a special menu on Valentine’s Day. Entree options include prime rib, salmon oscar and surf and turf. For reservations call 920.743.7441.
THE LODGE AT LEATHEM SMITH 1640 Memorial Dr. in Sturgeon Bay The Lodge at Leathem Smith will serve a Valentine’s menu on Feb. 10 and Feb. 14. Entree options include beef Wellington, lobster tail and prime rib. For reservations call 920.743.5555.
LURE
10627 N. Bayshore Road in Sister Bay
Lure is offering a three-course Valentine’s dinner from Feb. 14-18. Entree options include filet mignon, lobster with frites and seafood pasta. For reservations go to luredoorcounty. com/reservations.
NIGHTINGALE SUPPER CLUB
1541 Egg Harbor Road in Sturgeon Bay On Valentine’s Day Nightingale Supper Club will offer a special, limited menu and half-price bottles of wine. For details and reservations go to nightingalesupperclub.com.
SIP
10326 N. Water St. in Ephraim
Sip is putting a spin on Valentine’s fun with a Gal&Wines Day event from 6-8 pm on Feb. 13. Grab your besties and enjoy a wine and chocolate pairing featuring DC Chocolate Design and Left Bank wines. From Feb. 10-14, a special Sweetheart Menu will include tenderloin surf and turf, vegetarian pasta and salmon.
SOLAGO
10961 State Hwy
“I’m
“With Two Truths and a Lie getting into the festival, I feel that itch again to start writing another script,” Alabado said.
From Musicians to Movie-Makers
Local country musician Frank Maloney was on his way home from Husby’s around 13 years ago when the idea for the song Raising the Stakes struck him. It wasn’t until earlier this year that the song, recorded by Maloney’s band Frank Maloney and His Big Country Unit, got its own music video – shot, fittingly, at Husby’s. The venue is a special spot for the band, which performs there often, according to its drummer and music video co-director Dan Smrz.
“Husby’s has always been super supportive of me and Frank, so it was really cool that it worked out,” Smrz said.
The vision for the music video was Maloney’s; Smrz and Chris Opper helped translate that vision onto the screen.
do something different, and it’s exciting because it makes it more feasible to do another one [music video.]”
A Festival Frequent
A year after his historical drama Confessions of a Sailor premiered at DCSFF, producer and Sturgeon Bay native Kurt Krauss is back with another short film.
This one, titled The Last Rung on the Ladder, is an adaptation of the 1978 short story by Stephen King, adjusted for the screen by writers Max Blaska and Karla S. Bryant. In addition to Krauss, the film’s Door County connections include actress Carrie Counihan and BrusselsUnion-Gardner volunteer firefighter Adam Monfils, who served on the film’s safety team.
The Last Rung on the Ladder follows award-winning author and mental health advocate Lawrence Gatlin, who recounts the loss of his sister while attending a gala in his honor.
Blaska bought rights to adapt the story through Stephen King’s Dollar Baby program. The program, which
While Smrz drew from his experience filming and directing the Frankly Stoned podcast, creating smaller-scale music videos and writing and directing a play in high school, Opper brought the equipment and his filmmaking experience, shooting and editing the film. Both helped Maloney organize his ideas with a storyboard.
“Chris and Dan made me sit down and plan it out,” Maloney said with a laugh. “I was just going to go by the seat of my pants.”
Lugging a music-video crew into Husby’s on a busy night wasn’t an option, so the video was shot on Easter day when the bar was closed. The co-directors gathered friends to act as extras in the video, and when the cast was assembled, they blacked out the windows in the bar, set up the cameras and rolled. Once filming was finished, Maloney and Smrz agreed to show the final product at DCSFF at Opper’s suggestion.
While Raising the Stakes was the first music video for Frank Maloney and His Big Country Unit, Maloney and Smrz hope it won’t be their last; they both enjoyed their experiment with an art form that’s different from their usual.
“We’re always grinding the music scene up here,” Smrz said. “It’s cool to
was discontinued starting in 2024, sold amateur and student filmmakers the rights to one of King’s short stories for the price of a dollar. Filmmakers would have the rights for one year and could not financially profit from the film.
The short film was submitted to several not-for-profit film festivals, per the contract with the King organization. It made its world premiere to a crowd of over 300 people at Venue 404 in Oshkosh, Wisconsin – one of the movie’s filming locations – in late January.
The screening was preceded by talks from guest speakers from mentalhealth and sex-trafficking prevention organizations.
“This story carries some heavy themes in areas of mental illness, sexual exploitation, and suicide,” Krauss said. “Beyond bringing these to light, we wanted the premiere to be a place where audiences could be made aware of resources to receive help.”
Owen Alabado works the camera while shooting Two Truths and a Lie. Submitted.
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Fire and Ice and Everything Nice
Some like it hot, some like it cold
– and at Sturgeon Bay’s Fire and Ice Festival, Feb. 16-17, there’s a little bit of both.
The fun begins on Feb. 16, 5:30-7 pm, with a luminary-lit hike at Crossroads at Big Creek. After trekking through a wintry wonderland, enjoy hot chocolate by the bonfire.
Crossroads is located at 2041 Michigan St.
If you’ve hiked up an appetite, Drömhus offers date-night specials on both Feb. 16 and 17. For $50, couples can get a bottle of wine and a pizza. Guests that sing the chorus of Pat Benatar’s “Fire and Ice” will receive a free piece of chocolate cake.
Drömhus is located at 611 Jefferson St.
The following day, starting at 9 am, watch novice and professional carvers in downtown Sturgeon Bay turn blocks of ice into works of art. Get there in style in a Door County Trolley, which will run11 am – 3 pm and make stops at Third Avenue PlayWorks, 239 N. 3rd Ave.; Popelka Trenchard Glass Studio, 64 S. 2nd Ave.; Bay Shore Outfitters, 59 N. Madison Ave.; and Kitty O’Reillys Irish Pub, 59 E. Oak St.
After seeing the snowy sights, warm up at Third Avenue
PlayWorks’ indoor winter market, which offers art, handmade knit pieces, freeze-dried goodies, hot chocolate and more, 10 am – 2 pm. Then hit the trails 11 am – 1 pm with a hike, snowshoe or ski at Potawatomi State Park in Nasewaupee, thawing out again with refreshments and a bonfire at the warming shelter at the picnic area on the park’s south shoreline. Also at 11 am – 1 pm is a bake sale and performances by local teen dance group Hype Dance Team.
Performances take place 11:30 am and 12:30 pm at Martin Park, 207 S. 3rd Ave.
In the same timeframe (11 am –1 pm), a soup and bread sampler will be held at Master’s Cup Coffee House. The funds generated from tickets – $7 for adults and $3 for children under 10 – will support mental health programs.
Master’s Cup is located at 1756 Michigan Street, attached to Prince of Peace Church. The festivities continue at Popelka Trenchard Glass Studio, where guests can watch blown-glass art being made, 1-3 pm. A different kind of demonstration will be held at Crossroads 2-4 pm, when attendees can watch a historical reenactment of a Sturgeon Bay ice harvest. Reenactors will
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set up camp in front of the learning center and use authentic period tools to show how ice was cut and transported. Warm up with a special Fire and Ice Fish Boil at Waterfront Mary’s Bar and Grill at 5:30 pm. Call 920.743.3690 to make reservations.
Waterfront Mary’s is located at 3662 N. Duluth Ave.
The festival will end with a bang (well, several bangs) during the 9 pm fireworks show over the water. The best viewing locations include Otumba Park, Stone Harbor Resort, Bayview Park, Graham Park, Sawyer Park and Sonny’s Pizzeria.
Fire and Ice Gala Sold Out
Destination Sturgeon Bay’s soldout 2024 Fire and Ice Gala, held at the Stone Harbor Resort Feb. 17, begins with appetizers, cocktails, a champagne wall and a raffle at 5 pm. After that, a 6 pm seated dinner will be followed by live music by The LoveMonkeys at 8 pm (don’t worry – the band will break at 9 pm so you can catch the fireworks show, then return and play until midnight.)
This year’s gala theme is Casino Night, so from 8-10:30 pm, guests can play poker, craps and roulette. Stone Harbor Resort is located at 107 N. 1st Ave.
868-3455
Plum Bottom (Fish Creek)
4175 Main St. (920) 393-7885 Soul Journey Designs 9110 Hwy 42 (407) 694-9052 TR Pottery LLC 8126 Kita Road (920) 421-0233 White Rose Healing Arts Studio
CHILI CONTEST ON
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The exhibition will be on view on the
Mezzanine through April 6.
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The Miller Art Museum is located at 107 S. 4th Ave. in Sturgeon Bay.
(3) ARTIST RECEPTION FOR ARCHELLE “BUTTONS” WOLST
The work of Door County still life and portrait painter Archelle “Buttons” Wolst will be featured in the Door County Community Foundation’s
in downtown Sturgeon Bay, Feb. 24.
Baptiste Paul is a Caribbean-born children’s book author whose debut picture book, The Field was inspired by his childhood in St. Lucia. His stories are fueled by his passion for diversity, inclusion and uninhibited jwe (play.) Duncan Tonatiuh is an awardwinning author-illustrator who grew up in San Miguel de Allende, Mexico, and went to college in New York City. His aim is to create images and stories that honor the past but pertain to children today. The conference is for middleschool and high-school students interested in writing stories, poetry, games and more. Conference sessions will include performing poetry, movement and writing, playwriting, fiction, writing for games and podcasting. In addition to Paul and Tonatiuh, conference faculty includes Jen Aldrich, Abayomi Animashaun, Bryan Carr, Lachrisa Grandberry, Mauricio Kilwein Guevara and Janet Jennerjohn, Jane Hensge, Nicole
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she has painted several friends who have contributed greatly to Door County, as well as her favorite flowers: peonies and sunflowers.
“What I love about painting, whatever the medium, is the surprise of the outcome,” Wolst said. “I might start with an idea and then, as the painting progresses, things come about that I hadn’t an inkling of when I started.” Wolst will donate all profits from the exhibit to the
outline or fill his silkscreen prints. The workshop is free for families with children ages 3 to seventeen. Participants can drop in from 9 am – 12 pm on Feb. 17.
(5) REGISTRATION OPEN FOR SIEVERS CLASSES
Registration is open now for 2024 classes at
Homer, Dan Powers and Andria Weliky.
Tuition is $80. Multiple scholarships are available, some specifically for students of color and LGBTQ+ students. Email Write On’s artistic director Jerod Santek at jerod@writeondoorcounty.org to inquire about scholarship availability.
This Week at Write On A workshop on place-based writing will be held at Write On on Feb. 13, 10 am – 12 pm in conjunction with Door County Library’s annual winter literary festival, Door County Reads (DCR.) The workshop will explore places important to participants’ own lives, specifically the homes they’ve lived in, through generative prompts, writing time and discussion. The program is free, but registration is required as space is limited. Visit tinyurl.com/mrxeujkp to register.
Poets Annette Langlois Grunseth and Tori Grant Welhouse will lead a workshop on book marketing Feb. 15, 7-8 pm. The online class is $30 and will teach participants how to organize book promotion and engage readers.
Local poets Carrie and Peter Sherrill will lead Art/Speaks, a creative lab that guides participants in writing about visual art, on Feb. 16, 11 am – 12 pm. This session will be held at ARTicipation Gallery and Studio, 10 E. Oak St. in Sturgeon Bay. For more information on Write On’s conference and events, visit writeondoorcounty.org.
Duncan Tonatiuh. Submitted.
Baptiste Paul. FILE
“My Little Reason Why,” acrylic marker on paper by Malachi Schmidt. Submitted.
(Above) Blown-glass heart ornaments by Bryce Dimitruk, available at Plum Bottom Gallery. Photos from Plum Bottom’s website.
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msternard@nicoletbank.com
Sturgeon Bay’s Open-Mic Scene
SAM WATSON
f you want to better understand Door County’s music scene, whether you’re new in town or a beginner musician, local folk singer-songwriter Jeanne Kuhns has advice for you: go to an open mic.
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“This community of musicians has many layers,” said Kuhns, who hosts a weekly open mic at Sturgeon Bay café, The Gnoshery. “There’s a lot of people just starting out, all the way up to professional musicians. The thing that’s neat about this community is that there’s a mix of these people at things In Sturgeon Bay, four venues – Waterfront Mary’s, Tambourine Lounge, Kitty O’Reillys and The Gnoshery – host open mics regularly throughout the winter. Here’s a look at each of them from the people
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HAPPENINGS CALENDAR
FRI
2/9
LIVE MUSIC
WHAT FOUR
Drömhus Door County, 611 Je erson St., Sturgeon Bay. 608.333.4553. 6-8pm. Jazz Band.
PETER MULVEY
Donald and Carol Kress Pavilion, 7845 Church St., Egg Harbor. 920.868.3334. 7pm. Best known for his warmly wry songwriting & intense percussive guitar style. Part of the Village of Egg Harbors “The Art of Music” series. $15/person.
PERFORMANCE
PASSPORT PROGRAM:
“THE FOURTH WALL”
Door Community Auditorium, 3924 Hwy 42,
Fish Creek. 920.868.2728. 7pm. Classical chamber music with a vaudevillian twist. $25-45/person.
INDOOR
ACTIVITIES AT JAK’S PLACE
JAK’s Place, 1623 Rhode Island St, Sturgeon Bay. 920.818.0525. 10:30am. Life Skills. 12pm. Co ee Group. 2:10pm. Tai Chi. LITTLE LAMBS BIBLE STORY
Shepherd of the Bay Lutheran Church, 11836 Hwy 42, Ellison Bay. 920.854.2988. 9-10:15am. For children ages PreK and under, and their parents, or care providers. Enjoy Bible story, music, games, play time, and art to take home! Contact Lynda at sotb.lynda@ gmail.com to register. Free. OPEN CRAFT TABLE Forestville Library, 123 Hwy 42, Forestville. 920.743.6578. 9:30-10:30am. Make seasonal crafts. Refreshments provided. AFTER SCHOOL MOVIE Algoma Public Library, 406 Fremont St, Algoma. 920.487.2295. 3pm. Watch “Rub Gillman:
Waterfront Mary’s Open Mic
Where: Waterfront Mary’s, 3662 N. Duluth Ave.
When: Tuesdays at 9 pm
The host: In the past, this open mic has been hosted by Zach Vogel of Zach V Entertainment and Jamey Clark of local rock band Dirty Deuce, said Kiley Johnson of Waterfront Mary’s. Now, it’s headed by Adam Haste of the Adam Haste Band, who plays keys and guitar.
The musicians: In the days of the Steel Bridge Songfest, a music festival formerly organized by pat mAcdonald of Sturgeon Bay’s Tambourine Lounge, open-mic nights at Waterfront Mary’s o en hosted groove sessions by musicians who were in the area for the festival, Johnson said. Now, local music-makers like Dirty Deuce and Steel Crossing are some of the venue’s mainstays.
WRiTERS NiGHT
Where: Tambourine Lounge, 59 N. 2nd Ave.
When: Thursdays at 7 pm
The host: pat mAcdonald, who cofounded the Tambourine
Lounge as well as the Holiday Music Motel next door, hosts WRiTERS NiGHT.
The weekly event is set up a bit di erently from your average open mic. During WRiTERS NiGHTs, three-person teams are assembled via bottle spin, then set loose to write music together.
The end result is a large circle, made up of small circles, making lots of noise –much like the tambourine that serves as the venue’s namesake, mAcdonald said.
The musicians: WRiTERS NiGHT used to be an invite-only event, with mAcdonald inviting musicians who he thought would meld well together. Now, it’s open to anyone, even poets and storytellers, from Door County and beyond.
Teenage Kraken” (PG). Bring your own snacks.
MAGIC COMMANDER NIGHT The Gnoshery, 23 N. 3rd Ave., Sturgeon Bay. 920.818.0727. 4-7pm. Play Magic The Gathering in Commander format.
SAT 2/10
LIVE MUSIC HUNTER GATHERER
Door County Brewing Co. and Music Hall, 8099 Hwy 57, Baileys Harbor. 920.839.1515. 3-7pm. Americana, classic rock & alternative country. TOM & CRISTY Hitching Post, 4849 Glidden Drive, Sturgeon Bay. 920.818.1114. 3-5pm. 50s & 70s Americana VALENTINE’S DAY CONCERT FUNDRAISER Birch Creek Music Performance Center, 3821 Cty E, Egg Harbor. 920.868.3763.
5-5:30pm. Birch Creek presents “Music of the Heart” fundraiser
“A lot of people say their best songs were written here, because they were immersed in this creative zoo,”
Ki y O’Rei y’s Open Mic
Where: Kitty O’Reillys Irish Pub, 59 E Oak St. When: 6 pm on Fridays
The hosts: Local four-piece band Steel Crossing has been hosting Kitty’s open-mic nights The hosting
featuring the remarkable talents of Birch Creek Big Band Jazz session faculty members Mardra Thomas on vocals, Reggie Thomas on piano and Rick Haydon on guitar. $85/person. Tickets for sale at birchcreek.org.
FRANK & DAN Twelve Eleven Wine Bar, 10339 Hwy 57, Sister Bay. 920.421.9463. 5-7pm. Throwback country.
DAVE STEFFEN BAND Stone Harbor Resort, 107 N 1st St, Sturgeon Bay. 920.746.0700. 6:30-10pm. Blues rock that packs a punch.
JOSH HARTY & PAT MACDONALD Tambourine Lounge, 59 N. 2nd Avenue, Sturgeon Bay. (920) 559-0384. 8pm. Singer songwriters collaborate to perform.
KETCHUP Hill Street, 4149 WI-42, Fish Creek. 920.868.5282. 10pm. Funky instrumentals & certified hipster covers.
DIANNA JONES Door 44 Winery, 5464 County Hwy P, Sevastopol. 1-4pm. Star quality and great to see live performing original songs and classics. PERFORMANCE SINGER-SONGWRITERS IN THE ROUND Third Avenue PlayWorks, 239 N 3rd Ave, Sturgeon Bay. 920.743.1760. 7:30pm. Jenny Bienemann, Katie Dahl, Jess Holland and Jeanne Kuhns perform together in an intimate “inthe-round” format. Tickets for sale at katiedahlmusic.com.
A musician performs at Tambourine Lounge’s WRiTERS NiGHT. BRETT KOSMIDER FILE
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since December, said Bill Gironda, who sings and plays guitar for the band.
Participants are provided with a PA system and backline, plus a full bands’ worth of instrumentation, including drums, guitars and bass. This makes for busy nights for band members – but it’s worth it for Gironda.
“I really love it because you never know who you’re going to meet,” Gironda said.
The musicians: Kitty’s open mics started o with an unexpected bang, lling up the room with around 60 people at Steel Crossing’s rst night hosting, Gironda said.
Since then, the event has slowed down a bit, but it still draws regulars like Tony Besson, who plays guitar for Dorothy Scott and the Peacekeepers; Craig Konowalski, who previously starred in Northern Sky Theater’s Home for the Holiday show; John Welch of the countryrock unit John Welch Band; and
Drömhus. One fan favorite, Gironda said, is the Black Bandits, a trio made up of a local father and his two young children.
Minstrels of the D r Open Mic
Where: The Gnoshery, 23 N. 3rd Ave.
When: 2-4 pm on Sundays. Musician signup starts around 1:30 pm. The host: Jeanne Kuhns started hosting these open-mic a ernoons in November, and she plans for them to run through the end of the oseason, around April or May.
According to Kuhns, “every open mic has a di erent avor,” and the taste of the open mic at The Gnoshery is an especially welcoming one for beginner musicians. Its laid-back vibe is ideal “for musicians that are looking for a place to present new material where they don’t have to worry about being perfect,” Kuhns said. “No one cares
(Clockwise from top left) Local blues musician Cathy Grier hosts a WRiTERS’ NiGHT at Tambourine Lounge. FILE | A musician performs at the Gnoshery’s open mic.
Submitted. | Musician Adam Haste hosts open-mic nights at Waterfront Mary’s.
if they have to stop and start over, or if they use [pre-recorded] music.”
The musicians: Between the musicians and the other café-goers, the Gnoshery is usually a full house on Sunday a ernoons, Kuhns said. About half of the open-mic group plays cover songs and half plays original music.
Regulars on the mic include Craig Konowalski; singer-songwriter Holly Olm; Jen Polster and Mike Bleck, who form the Americana duo Wagon Roots; Chuck Sully, whose poetry readings are o en backed up by instrumental music from other openmic participants; and Dave LeFevre, who treks up from Green Bay to Door County for the Gnoshery’s open mics. Another regular is Kit Olsen, who sometimes takes a break from her shi at The Gnoshery by getting on
Facebook | Guitarist/pianist Danny Kime performs at Tambourine Lounge’s WRiTERS’ NiGHT. Facebook
against other trainers or learn to play from a Pokemon Professor! Fun for ages 6 & up.
WINTER MARKETS
PAINTING WITH FELTING
WORKSHOP
ARTicipation Studio & Gallery, 10 E. Oak St., Sturgeon Bay. 920.857.8544. 2-5pm. Workshop with Nicole Herbst to learn felting.
FOOD & DRINK
AMVETS POST 51
SWEETHEART DINNER
Lodge at Leathem Smith, 1640 Memorial Drive, Sturgeon Bay. 920.743.3295. 5pm. Cocktails. 6pm. Dinner. $10/person or free to AMVET Post 51 members.
INDOOR
POKEMON CLUB
The Gnoshery, 23 N. 3rd Ave., Sturgeon Bay. 920.818.0727. 9-11am. Play causal Pokemon
Overheard
Baileys Harbor Town Hall, 2392 Cty F, Baileys Harbor. 920.839.2366. 10am-2pm. Vendors and Crafts.
OPEN CRAFT TABLE
Baileys Harbor Library, 2392 Cty Rd F, Baileys Harbor. 920.743.6578. 10am-1pm. This month is make your own monster mittens with a fun coloring page.
CORNHOLE TOURNAMENT
Institute Saloon, 4599 Hwy 57, Institute. 920.743.1919. 10am. Cornhole, silent auction, bucket ra e, beer, soda and food. $50/team. Register by calling or texting Holly at 920.421.2266.
ONLINE TAX BASICS
Algoma Public Library, 406 Fremont St, Algoma. 920.487.2295.
Are there tidbits of conversations you’ve heard while standing in line at the grocery store, serving a table or walking down the sidewalk that make you smile, cringe or laugh out loud? Look down on those. It’s a tri-focal.
Taking Highway 57 to Sturgeon Bay versus Highway 42 – it’s kind of exciting. How sad is that?
Maybe they don’t whip shitties in Iowa?
We pegged all around the bend.
10:30am. Bug tussel teaches online tax basics. Free.
VINTAGE MUSIC AND VINYL RECORDS Fish Creek Library, 4097 Hwy 42, Fish Creek. 920.743.6578. 1-2:30pm. David Watkins speaks about the history of vinyl records and shares his DJ skills.
LORCANA The Gnoshery, 23 N. 3rd Ave., Sturgeon Bay. 920.818.0727. 1-3pm. Learn to play the new Disney card game, Lorcana. Enjoy casual play with other Lorcana players too! Fun for ages 6 & up.
SCIENCE SATURDAY Crossroads at Big Creek, 2041 Michigan St, Sturgeon Bay. 920.746.5895. 2-3pm. Meet the Otter. Weekly science project. Grades 3 and up. Free. The Gnoshery, 23 N. 3rd Ave., Sturgeon Bay.
Musings
Shout-outs, pet peeves, thoughtprovoking questions and whatever else you were thinking about in the shower this morning.
PET PEEVES: February – especially after weeks of clouds and fog.
SHOUTOUT: February – especially after weeks of clouds and fog (because the return of the sunshine is going to feel so good).
Bhirdo’s o ering free air is one of the pure things
BRING YOUR OWN APRON
GALLERIES
BLOCK PRINT VALENTINES
Twelve Eleven Wine Bar, 10339 Hwy 57, Sister Bay. 920.629.4877.
2-4pm. Create your own block print Valentines. $40/ person. Register with Twelve Eleven at 920.421.9463.
INDOOR
WINTER YOGA
Door County Brewing Co. and Music Hall, 8099 Hwy 57, Baileys Harbor. 920.839.2366.
9-10am. Free. Bring your own mat.
LORCANA
Baileys Harbor Library, 2392 Cty Rd F, Baileys Harbor. 920.743.6578. 3-5pm. 3 of 5 cooking/baking classes funded by the Door County Library Foundation. This month will focus on learning to temper chocolate. ADULT STAMP PROJECT Forestville Library, 123 Hwy 42, Forestville. 920.743.6578. 3-5pm. Create a Valentine themed project. Learn basic stamping skills. MAGIC COMMANDER NIGHT The Gnoshery, 23 N. 3rd Ave., Sturgeon Bay. 920.818.0727. 4-7pm. Play Magic The Gathering in Commander format. BASICS OF BIRD IDENTIFICATION
The Gnoshery, 23 N. 3rd Ave., Sturgeon Bay. 920.818.0727. 1-3pm. Learn to play the new Disney card game, Lorcana. Enjoy casual play with other Lorcana players too! Fun for ages 6 & up.
MON
2/12
INDOOR
ACTIVITIES AT JAK’S PLACE
Virtual Event. 920.746.1359. 6:30pm. Learn about the best tools to use and get tips to identify the most common birds. Zoom link available at doorcountylandtrust.org. Free.
TUE
2/13
BAY JAZZ Drömhus Door County, 611 Je erson St., Sturgeon Bay. 608.333.4553. 5-7pm. Dennis Kieth Johnson, John Lewis, Tim Fox and Bill Knipfer. Cozy and Cool.
JAK’s Place, 1623 Rhode Island St, Sturgeon Bay. 920.818.0525. 1pm. Poetry Connection. 1pm. Cancer Support Group. 5pm. Open Support Group. DOOR COUNTY READ ZOOM EVENT Virtual Event. 920.743.6578. 11am. Burt Lake Band Traditional Foods Project, Black Ash Basketry & Sweetgrass Restoration. Watch parties at The Ridges, Sister Bay/ Liberty Grove Library and Sturgeon Bay Library.
OPEN MIC NIGHT Waterfront Mary’s Bar & Grill, 3662 N Duluth Ave, Sturgeon Bay. 920.743.3191. 9pm. 9pm-1am. Hosted by Adam Haste.
Dorothy Scott and The Peacekeepers. Submitted.
Dianna Jones. Photo from the artist’s website.
Aging & Disability Resource Center of Door County, 916 N. 14th Ave., Sturgeon Bay. 920.746.2372. 10:30am & 1pm. Ask questions regarding personal fitness. By appointment only. Call 920.746.2403.
ACTIVITIES AT JAK’S PLACE
JAK’s Place, 1623 Rhode Island St, Sturgeon Bay. 920.818.0525.
1pm. Support group to help with questions. AN AFTERNOON WITH PETER LEMERE Donald and Carol Kress Pavilion, 7845 Church St., Egg Harbor. 920.868.3334 ext. 3.
2pm. Learn about Egg Harbor History from a local. Free.
SIP & STITCH The Gnoshery, 23 N. 3rd Ave., Sturgeon Bay. 920.818.0727.
4-7pm. Bring your favorite craft supplies, enjoy friendly conversation and a warm co ee!
TUESDAY MOVIE IN THE GREAT HALL Egg Harbor Library, 7845 Church St, Egg Harbor. 920.743.6578.
TRIVIA NIGHT Sway Brewing & Blending, 2434 County Road F, Baileys Harbor. 5:30pm. Trivia hosted in the taproom with drink deals. SCIENCE ON TAP Bridge Up Brewing, 129 N. Madison Ave., Sturgeon Bay. 920.743.2300. 6pm. Getting to the root of soil health. Jamie Patton speaks about the importance of soil health and what you can do on your property to help. Free.
GAL&WINE’S DAY Sip, 10326 N. Water St., Ephraim. 920.857.5602. 6-8pm.
2:30pm. Art & Knitting Group. 2:30pm. Live Music: Friendship Art Group. 3:30pm. Nurturing Group.
4:45pm. Meal.
WRITE OUR WAY HOME
Write On, Door County, 4210 Juddville Rd, Juddville. 920.743.6578.
10am-12pm. Learn PlaceBased writing skills.
IPAD/IPHONE SUPPORT Aging & Disability Resource Center of Door County, 916 N. 14th Ave., Sturgeon Bay. 920.746.2372.
4pm. Watch a film about Nora and Hae Sung, two deeply connected childhood friends, who are wrestled apart after Nora’s family emigrates from South Korea. Twenty years later, they are reunited for one fateful week as they confront notions of love and destiny. (PG-13) Free popcorn. Bring your own non-alcoholic refreshment.
PUZZLE CLUB
The Gnoshery, 23 N. 3rd Ave., Sturgeon Bay. 920.818.0727. 12-3pm. Puzzle together.
MUSIC JAM
Egg Harbor Library, 7845 Church St, Egg Harbor. 920.743.6578.
1-3pm. Open to all instruments and skill levels. Listeners welcome.
FIREHOUSE KNITTERS
Sister Bay/Liberty Grove Fire Station, 2258 Mill Rd, Sister Bay. 920.600.5086.
1-4pm. Knitters, crocheters & needleworkers work on their current projects together. Held in the conference room.
HOMESCHOOLER MEETING Forestville Library, 123 Hwy 42, Forestville. 920.743.6578.
2-4pm. Homeschoolers will meet up for discussion regarding classes and future group gatherings. Crafts and refreshments. Call Molly with questions 920.851.3954.
ESCAPE ROOM
Algoma Public Library, 406 Fremont St, Algoma. 920.487.2295.
3pm. Celebrate the 100 day of school with an escape room! Sign up recommended at algomapubliclibrary.org.
LEGO PARTY Sturgeon Bay Library, 107 S 4th Ave, Sturgeon Bay. 920.743.6578.
3:30-4:30pm. Use your imagination and build. For elementary-aged kids and older.
PLAY PATCHWORK The Gnoshery, 23 N. 3rd Ave., Sturgeon Bay. 920.818.0727.
5-8pm. Date Night!
Ditch the screens and embrace an evening of laughter and competition. Reservations required.
LITERATURE
BITTERSWEET BOOKIES CLUB Egg Harbor Library, 7845 Church St, Egg Harbor.
920.743.6578. 1-3pm. Discuss “Braiding Sweetgrass for Young Adults” by Robin Wall Kimmer, Monique Gray Smith and Nicole Neidhardt in-person or via Zoom.
THU
2/15
LIVE MUSIC
KARAOKE
Drömhus Door County, 611 Je erson St., Sturgeon Bay. 608.333.4553. 6-9pm. Lights, lyrics, action! Instruments welcome. PAUL TAYLOR Solago, 10961 WI-42, Sister Bay. 920.268.4483. 6-8pm. Jazz, country & folk.
WRITERS NIGHT
Tambourine Lounge, 59 N. 2nd Avenue, Sturgeon Bay. (920) 559-0384. 7pm. Share original songs, stories & poetry.
INDOOR AARP TAX-AIDE
Aging & Disability Resource Center of Door County, 916 N. 14th Ave., Sturgeon Bay. 920.746.2372. By appointment only. Call 920.746.2403. LIFE, DEATH AND THE AFTERLIFE
Aging & Disability Resource Center of Door County, 916 N. 14th Ave., Sturgeon Bay. 920.746.2372. 1-2:30pm. Discuss death and the afterlife. All ages. Limited space, call to register. 920.746.2372.
WOODLAND BASKETRY WORKSHOP
Egg Harbor Library, 7845 Church St, Egg Harbor. 920.743.6578.
1-2pm. Coleen Bins, a Turtle Clan, Oneida Nation WI member, will share a brief process used to create baskets.
MINIATURE PAINT NIGHT
The Gnoshery, 23 N. 3rd Ave., Sturgeon Bay. 920.818.0727. 4-7pm. Paint di erent miniatures. Free miniatures while supplies last.
CIRCUIT COURT JUDGE
CANDIDATE FORUM
Aging & Disability Resource Center of Door County, 916 N. 14th Ave., Sturgeon Bay. 920.495.6156. 6-7:30pm. Jennifer Moeller and Brett Reetz will participate in the equal opportunity to speak and respond to voter questions while o ering the public an occasion to become informed.
LITERATURE
EPHRAIM BOOK DISCUSSION
Ephraim Library, 9996 Water St, Ephraim. 920.743.6578. 10:30am-12pm. Discuss “Braiding Sweetgrass for Young Adults” by Robin Wall Kimmer, Monique Gray Smith and Nicole Neidhardt. Co ee and treats provided.
FRI 2/16
FESTIVALS
STURGEON BAY FIRE & ICE FESTIVAL
Throughout Sturgeon Bay. 920.743.4456. Witness novice, intermediate, advanced and professional carvers transform blocks of snow and ice into works of art. Visit sturgeonbay. net for more information.
LIVE MUSIC
MAKE IT A DOUBLE
Stone Harbor Resort, 107 N 1st St, Sturgeon Bay. 920.746.0700. 6:30-10pm. Highenergy music duo.
DOROTHY SCOTT & THE PEACEKEEPERS
Door County Fire Company, 38 S 3rd Ave, Sturgeon Bay. 920.818.0625. 7pm. The best of pop, alternative & folk. $15/ person. Benefits Door CANcer. Call Terry at 920.493.5979 to reserve a ticket.
THEATER
DOOR COUNTY SHORT
FILM FESTIVAL
Northern Sky Creative Center & Gould Theater, 9058 County
Rd A, Fish Creek. 920.854.2812. Theme for 2024 is “Love in Wisconsin”. $25/ person for a weekend pass. More information at northernskytheater.com.
GALLERIES
ARTIST RECEPTION
Door County Community Foundation Gallery, 222 N 3rd Ave, Sturgeon Bay. 920.746.1786. 4:30-6:30pm. Celebrating the Lobby Gallery Spring Exhibition featuring works by Buttons Wolst.
INDOOR
ACTIVITIES AT JAK’S PLACE
JAK’s Place, 1623 Rhode Island St, Sturgeon Bay. 920.818.0525. 10:30am. Life Skills. 12pm. Co ee Group. 2:10pm. Tai Chi. OPEN CRAFT TABLE Forestville Library, 123 Hwy 42, Forestville. 920.743.6578. 9:30-10:30am. Make seasonal crafts. Refreshments provided. MAGIC COMMANDER NIGHT The Gnoshery, 23 N. 3rd Ave., Sturgeon Bay. 920.818.0727. 4-7pm. Play Magic The Gathering in Commander format.
VINYL NIGHT
Drömhus Door County, 611 Je erson St., Sturgeon Bay. 608.333.4553. 5-9pm. Bring your own or listen to one of ours. Drink and food specials.
LITERATURE
ART/SPEAKS
ARTicipation Studio & Gallery, 10 E. Oak St., Sturgeon Bay. 920.868.1457. 11am-12pm. Creative lab to encourage writing in response to visual art let by local poets Carrie and Peter Sherrill. Free.
OUTDOOR
HIKE
Crossroads at Big Creek, 2041 Michigan St, Sturgeon Bay. 920.743.6246. 5:30pm. Luminary-lit hike for Sturgeon Bay’s Fire & Ice Festival. Free,
let the imagination run wild and be proud of their creation. Art can peak an interest never felt before and inspire greatness. Creating art has no limit at the Boys & Girls Club of Door County.
It may just be an art project, but to each Club member it can instill a sense of pride in
