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’Tis the season Celebrating the holidays throughout Door and Kewaunee Counties STARLA GOLIE
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he beauty wintertime has to offer is simply extraordinary as the landscape sparkles in the sunshine. Stay toasty warm despite the plunging temperatures by drinking some hot cocoa as you traipse around Door and Kewaunee counties taking part in the holiday festivities. You will create memories that will last a lifetime and just might help keep you smiling all winter long. With the hustle and bustle of everyday life, be sure to set
time aside to indulge in all the exciting happenings. Mark your calendars ahead of time in order to take full advantage of the season. Winter isn’t a time to hibernate; instead, it’s the perfect time to get even more involved in the area.
November 25 – December 6 Local businesses throughout Kewaunee County are vying for your vote in this new decorating contest! Voting is open to the public. Pick up a map and ballot from any gas station in Kewaunee County or visit Algoma, Kewaunee or Luxemburg Chamber of Commerce websites. Each business will decorate with a “retro” theme this year.
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Celebrate, Shop & Stay THROUGH DECEMBER 12 ▶ Merry-Time Festival Of Trees – Door County Maritime Museum, 120 North Madison Street, Sturgeon Bay. Get lost in the sparkle of the eloquently decorated Christmas trees scattered throughout the museum’s galleries. Each one is decorated by local businesses and organizations. There will be a live auction, silent auction, tree raffle drawing and so much more. Call 920-743-5958 or visit dcmm.org. NOVEMBER 17-18 ▶ Christkindlmarkt – Lakehaven Hall, 96 Ellis Street, Kewaunee. Stop by to soak up an old-fashioned Christmas market at this lovely event. Santa will be making an appearance and there will be delectable German food served. Call 920-3884822. NOVEMBER 17-19 ▶ Sturgeon Bay Christmas By The Bay – Throughout Sturgeon Bay. Prepare yourself for a magnificent time with your loved ones. There will be a tree lighting ceremony, incredible live music, horse drawn wagon rides, a parade, quality time with Santa and so much more. The memories created at this event will leave you smiling for months and perhaps even longer. Call 920-743-6246 or visit sturgeonbay.net. Christkindlmarkt Holiday Lights Parade in downtown Kewaunee. TINA M. GOHR/USA TODAY NETWORK-WISCONSIN
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Celebrate, Shop & Stay NOVEMBER 17-19 ▶ Christmas Stroll – Throughout Kewaunee County. Scope out the delightful finds offered by local businesses in Kewaunee as you get ahead on your holiday shopping. The fun will kick off at 9 a.m. on Friday and will conclude at 3 p.m. on Sunday. Call 920-388-4822. NOVEMBER 18 ▶ Family Art Day – Peninsula School Of Art, 3900 County Road F, Fish Creek. Let your creative energy flow while making splendid memories with your family from 9 a.m. until 12 p.m. You will be creating art that correlates with the current exhibit at this free event. There is no registration needed and it is designed for families with children between the ages of three and seventeen. Call 920-868-3455. ▶ Guided Logan Creek Hike – Ridges Sanctuary – Logan Creek Trailhead, 5724 Loritz Road, Jacksonport. Wandering the trails is good for the soul and much needed to stay sane. Put on your hiking boots as you join a naturalist for a guided hike through Logan Creek. The beauty the landscape has to offer is awe inspiring. It’s a moderate to easy hike and is free for children under 18. The cost is $5 for members and $8 for non-members. Call 920-839-2802. A monotone photo of fresh snow covering a walking bridge over a tranquil Logan Creek between Valmy and Jacksonport. TINA M. GOHR/USA TODAY NETWORK-WISCONSIN
NOVEMBER 18-19 ▶ Christmas On The Farm – Heritage Farm, N2251 Highway 42, Kewaunee. Get into the holiday spirit with those you love
on the farm. There’s no better place to be this time of the year and this event will leave you with a permanent smile on your face. Come see what all the excitement is about. Call 910-388-4822. NOVEMBER 19 ▶ Holiday Fair – Baileys Harbor Town Hall, 2392 County F, Baileys Harbor. There will be over fifteen vendors at this holiday fair with treasures you may not be able to live without. It will kick off at 10 a.m. and will go until 3 p.m. You will be supporting a wonderful cause since all the proceeds go to projects involving youth and the environment. Contact info@ baileysharbor.com. ▶ Christmas Tree Lighting And Chili Supper – Throughout Ellison Bay. Warm yourself up with some tasty chili while you also enjoy amazing company. In addition, there will be a tree lighting ceremony and carols will be sung. It is free to everyone in the community and donations of canned goods for local food pantries are appreciated. All the excitement will begin at 5 p.m. ▶ Breakfast With Santa – Stone Harbor Resort, 107 North 1st Street, Sturgeon Bay. This is hands-down the best way to start the day during the holiday season. Take a picture with Santa and enjoy the delightful breakfast. There will be live tunes by Hervy Hodges and Josh Gregory. It will begin at 9 a.m. and will conclude at 11 a.m. Call 920-476-0700.
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Celebrate, Shop & Stay NOVEMBER 22 ▶ Loaves And Fishes Community Meal – St. Rosalia’s Church, 2410 South Bay Shore Drive (Highway 42), Sister Bay. The community meal will be held from 5 p.m. until 6:30 p.m. and all are welcome. There is no cost and you are likely to meet some new friendly faces you may want to stay in touch with. Enjoy the delightful food while creating bonds that can last a lifetime. Call 920-854-5264. NOVEMBER 23 ▶ Community Thanksgiving Dinner – Baileys Harbor Town Hall, 2392 County Road F, Baileys Harbor. Celebrate the holiday and enjoy conversations with other members of the community from 3 to 6 p.m. Dinner will be served with all the trimmings and everyone is welcome. Games, raffles and more. Call 920-493-4649. ▶ Thanksgiving Day Parade – Lakeside Park, Highway 57, Jacksonport. Arrive early to find the perfect seats for the parade that will begin at 10:30 a.m. There will be marvelous floats, traditional color guard, Santa, horses and so much more. Funds will be collected for Jacksonport native Marsha Wilson. Visit jacksonport.net. ▶ Writers Night – Tambourine Lounge, 59 North 2nd Avenue, Sturgeon Bay. Support the local arts by taking part in this free event. Feel free to read your poetry, sign a tune or tell a few jokes at this open mic that is designed to feature original work. Get on stage to showcase your talents and cheer others on as The Jacksonport Thanksgiving Day Parade featured hot air balloons (or lawn ornaments) last year. they perform as well. No cover charge. Call 920-743-5571. TINA M. GOHR/USA TODAY NETWORK-WISCONSIN
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Museum Galleries Adorned with an Extravaganza of Christmas Trees Decorated with Goodies & Surprises by Door County Artists, Businesses & Organizations Other Special Events Throughout the Festival! Visit www.DCMM.org for more details. Door County Maritime Museum 120 N. Madison Avenue l Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin l 920.743.5958
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Celebrate, Shop & Stay NOVEMBER 24-25 ▶ Holly Days – Throughout Egg Harbor. You are sure to have a brilliant time as you traipse around Egg Harbor taking part in all the festivities. There will be horse drawn wagon rides, caroling, breakfast with Santa, an elf hunt and even more. Visit eggharbordoorcounty.org. ▶ Sister Bay Capture The Spirit – Throughout Sister Bay. Help spread the holiday spirit through the village as the community celebrates together. There will be gorgeous decorations, extending shopping hours, caroling, visiting with Santa, an art fair, cookie decorating and so much more. Visit cometosisterbay.com. ▶ Friends Of Gibraltar Holiday Art Fair – Sister Bay Village Hall, 10693 Highway 42, Sister Bay. Get some of you holiday shopping taken care of and support local artists in Door County. You will likely want to grab a few items for yourself too since the proceeds help support programs at Gibraltar School. It will be held from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m.
Santa Claus hands out candy canes prior to the tree lighting ceremony at Capture the Spirit community celebration in Sister Bay. TINA M. GOHR/USA TODAY NETWORK-WISCONSIN
NOVEMBER 24, 26 ▶ Holiday Open House – Door 44 Winery, 4020 Highway 42/57, Sturgeon Bay. Holiday spirit is practically overflowing at this event held from 10 a.m. until 5 p.m. Bring your favorite people to listen to amazing melodies, taste wines, build a custom gift box and so much more. There will be special discounts to take advantage of and it will help you get a head start on your holiday shopping. Call 888-932-0044.
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Celebrate, Shop & Stay ▶ Holiday Open House – Woodwalk Gallery, 6746 County two-evening stay. Call the White Gull Inn at 920-868-2444 or Road G, Egg Harbor. Get lost in the holiday décor and stand in the Thorp House Inn at 920-868-2444. awe of a barn-sized Christmas tree. Enjoy toasty drinks along DECEMBER 1-3 with delectable treats. Holiday specials and unique artisan gifts ▶ Holiday Open House – Door 44 Winery, 4020 Highway from 11 a.m. until 4 p.m. Call 920-868-2912. 42/57, Sturgeon Bay. Holiday spirit is practically overflowing at this event held from 10 a.m. until 5 p.m. Bring your favorite NOVEMBER 25 ▶ Christmas At The Hillside – Hillside Inn Of Ephraim, 9980 people to listen to amazing melodies, taste wines, build a Water Street, Ephraim. Celebrate Christmas at the Hillside Inn custom gift box and so much more. There will be special of Ephraim from 11 a.m. until 3 p.m. Free. Call 920-854-3272. discounts to take advantage of and it will help you get a head start on your holiday shopping. Call 888-932-0044. ▶ Scrapbook Spectacular – Landmark Resort, 7643 Hillside NOVEMBER 30 ▶ Writers Night – Tambourine Lounge, 59 North 2nd Avenue, Road, Egg Harbor. Get creative and make the scrapbook of Sturgeon Bay. Support the local arts by taking part in this free your dreams. The scrapbooking room will be available starting event. Feel free to read your poetry, sign a tune or tell a few at noon on Friday until 5 p.m. on Sunday. There is no charge jokes at this open mic that is designed to feature original work. for work tables or for using the room. Stop by and make a few Get on stage to showcase your talents and cheer others on as new friends along with your scrapbook. Call 800-273-7877 or e-mail jlarson@thelandmarkresort.com. they perform as well. No cover charge. Call 920-743-5571. DECEMBER 1-2 ▶ Holiday Progressive Dinner – Throughout Fish Creek. This delicious dinner has been described as a movable feast that is split between two of Fish Creek’s historic inns. The Thorp House Inn and White Gull Inn both offer incredible weekend packages. There is a complimentary cheese and wine reception on Friday. Enjoy live music as well as a five-course dinner on Saturday. The cost is $113 plus tax along with the rate of a
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Find the perfect fits for your tree and make some stellar memories at the same time. Call 920-743-2819 or e-mail chad@plumbottomgallery.com. ▶ Book Sale – Sturgeon Bay Library, 107 South 4th Avenue, Sturgeon Bay. Reading is essential for the soul and not much beats getting lost in your favorite novel. This book sale will be held from 9 a.m. until 2 p.m. and is sure to have a little something for all ages. Grab a few gems and make your library even better. Call 920-743-6578. ▶ Christmas Around The World – Birch Creek Music Performance Center, 3821 County E, Egg Harbor. Birch Creek’s Symphony Session Brass, select percussion faculty will perform songs that celebrate the season. Family concert at 2:30 p.m., full concert at 7 p.m. Sister Bay Moravian Church Handbell Choir will perform at the 7 p.m. concert. General admission $29, premium seating $34. Call 920-868-3763. ▶ Door CANcer Holiday Home Tour – Throughout Sturgeon Bay. Cancer has become far too prevalent with so many lives impacted on a daily basis. By supporting this event, you will also be a part of the Merry-Time Festival of Trees at the Door DECEMBER 2 ▶ Christmas At The Hillside – Hillside Inn Of Ephraim, 9980 County Maritime Museum as well as homes decorated for the Water Street, Ephraim. Celebrate Christmas at the Hillside Inn season. Tickets are $30. Visit doorcancer.com. of Ephraim from 11 a.m. until 3 p.m. Free. Call 920-854-3272. ▶ Ephraim’s Christmas In The Village – Ephraim Village Hall, ▶ Annual Ornament Show – Plum Bottom Gallery, 4999 9996 Highway 42, Ephraim. There will be plenty of amazing Plum Bottom Road, Egg Harbor. Scope out the groovy and family crafts, carols, horse drawn wagon rides and so much colorful ornaments from a select group of Plum Bottom artists. more. Feel free to visit with Santa and be sure to pick up some There will be wine as well as light hors d’oeuvres provided. sweets at the sale. Visit Ephraim-doorcounty.com.
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Celebrate, Shop & Stay DECEMBER 2 ▶ Harbor Holiday – Throughout Baileys Harbor. The entire family will absolutely adore the festivities throughout town. There will be plenty of arts, crafts, cookies and hot cocoa. Join in on the tree lighting as well as caroling and see Santa on the fire truck in the parade. Visit baileysharbor.com. ▶ Irish Folk Music Jam – Starboard Brewing Company, 151 North 3rd Avenue, Sturgeon Bay. Lose yourself in the melodies as musicians from the Door County Folk Alliance join together to play a variety of Celtic music. Bring your instrument to jam or just kick back to listen to the tunes. It will be held from 4 until 6 p.m. and Irish dancers are welcome to join. Visit dcfolk.com. ▶ Santa On The Tugboat – Door County Maritime Museum, 120 North Madison Street, Sturgeon Bay. The entire family can join Santa onboard the John Purves historic tugboat. Only two adults can accompany each child due to the size of the tugboat. This event will be held from 10 a.m. until 1 p.m. Children’s entertainment by Randy Peterson. Call 920-743-5958. DECEMBER 3 ▶ Baileys Harbor Winter Farmers Market – Baileys Harbor Town Hall, 2392 County F, Baileys Harbor. Shop local and support artist in the community. Vendors will be showcasing Young visitors of the Christmas tree lighting follow the lights to the top after the tree is lit. The Sturgeon Bay Visitor Center kicks off its homemade food, health products, beauty products and even three-day Christmas By The Bay with the tree lighting. Saturday carries a large parade followed by a visit by Santa Claus at the Door more. Stop by and see what all the excitement is about. Call County Historical Museum. There was also a Children’s Christmas Shopping Store at Bay View Lutheran Church and the festivities 920-839-2366 or e-mail info@baileysharbor.com. concluded with breakfast with Santa at the Stone Harbor Resort. TINA M. GOHR/USA TODAY NETWORK-WISCONSIN
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Celebrate, Shop & Stay DECEMBER 7-8 ▶ Holiday Open House – The Clearing, 12171 Garrett Bay Road, Ellison Bay. You will become instantly smitten by the crackling fire, mulled cider and homemade treats. There will be door prizes and a phenomenal indoor Christmas forest. This free event is great for all ages and will be held from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. Call 920-854-4088 or e-mail clearing@ theclearing.org. DECEMBER 8 ▶ Holiday Progressive Dinner – Throughout Fish Creek. This delicious dinner has been described as a movable feast that is split between two of Fish Creek’s historic inns. The Thorp House Inn and White Gull Inn both offer incredible weekend packages. There is a complimentary cheese and wine reception on Friday. Enjoy live music as well as a five-course dinner on Saturday. The cost is $113 plus tax along with the rate of a two-evening stay. Call the White Gull Inn at 920-868-2444 or the Thorp House Inn at 920-868-2444. DECEMBER 13-17 ▶ Winter In The Village – Lakehaven Hall, 96 Ellis Street, Kewaunee. It sure is gorgeous watching the landscape sparkle in wintertime. Mark your calendar for this event celebrating the season. The festivities will kick off at 5:30 p.m. on Wednesday Grace Brandenberg’s face reflects the color of a lightbulb after the Christmas tree lighting during Egg Harbor Holly Days. The two-day and will conclude on Sunday at 9 p.m. Call 920-388-4822. festival kicked off with Breakfast With Santa. Other activities included arts and crafts, cookie decorating and writing letters to Santa. Santa arrived by fire truck at Harbor View Park for the tree lighting ceremony. TINA M. GOHR/USA TODAY NETWORK-WISCONSIN
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Celebrate, Shop & Stay DECEMBER 20-31 ▶ Jacob Marley’s Christmas Carol – Third Avenue Playhouse, 239 North 3rd Avenue, Sturgeon Bay. For only two weeks, you will be able to watch this magnificent performance. Learn what happens to Ebenezer Scrooge’s old business partner, Marley. He is condemned to a hellish eternity and to escape his chains, he must first redeem Scrooge. This play is not only funny but also deeply moving. Call 920-743-1760 or visit thirdavenueplayhouse.com. DECEMBER 23 ▶ Christmas At The Hillside – Hillside Inn Of Ephraim, 9980 Water Street, Ephraim. Celebrate Christmas at the Hillside Inn of Ephraim from 11 a.m. until 3 p.m. Free. Call 920-854-3272.
▶ New Years Day Parade – Downtown Egg Harbor. 1 p.m. An open invitation to anyone to join the parade. Meet at Stella Maris Parish parking lot or just come to watch. eggharbordoorcounty.org. 920-868-3717. ▶ Polar Plunge – Waterfront Mary’s Bar and Grill at Beach Harbor Resort, Sturgeon Bay. Enjoy the crisp Green Bay waters by jumping in the hole. Noon. waterfrontmarysbarandgrill.com. 920-743-3191. ▶ Frostbite Open – Red Putter, Ephraim. Open tournament. Two rounds of mini-golf will be played. Hot drinks and chili will be served. Cash prizes. $25 to enter. Register and practice 10 a.m.-1:45 p.m. Play begins at 2 p.m.
JANUARY 4 ▶ Sit Around Singing – UU Fellowship of Door County, DECEMBER 27-31 Green Gables, Ephraim. All ages group singing event ▶ Home For The Holidays – Old Gibraltar Town Hall, 4176 organized by local singer-songwriter Katie Dahl. Songbooks Maple Street, Fish Creek. Enjoy holiday classics, Northern Sky and refreshments provided. 7-8:30 p.m. Free. 920-854-7559. favorites as well as original folk tunes. Call 920-854-6117 or ▶ Maritime Speakers Series: Model Boat Making – Door e-mail info@visitfishcreek.com. County Maritime Museum, Sturgeon Bay. 7 p.m. Presented by Larry Herbst. Free admission, free-will donations accepted. JANUARY 1 dcmm.org. 920-743-5958. ▶ Jacksonport Polar Bear Club Swim – Lakeside Park in Jacksonport. Take a refreshing dip in the icy waters of Lake JANUARY 11 Michigan on New Year’s Day. 10:30 registration. Noon swim. ▶ Comedy Club – Carrington Pub at the Landmark jacksonport.net. 920-823-2288. Resort. 7643 Hillside Rd., Egg Harbor. Buffet 6:30 p.m., live performance 8 p.m. thelandmarkresort.com 920-868-3205.
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Celebrate, Shop & Stay JANUARY 13 ▶ Karaoke – Carrington Pub at the Landmark Resort. 7643 Hillside Rd. Egg Harbor. 9 p.m. thelandmarkresort.com 920-868-3205. JANUARY 20 ▶ Family Art Day – Peninsula School of Art in Fish Creek. 9 a.m. to noon. Free for families with children ages 3 to 17. Drop in for art-making fun. No registration necessary. peninsulaschoolofart.org. 920-868-3455. JANUARY 20-21 ▶ Free Ice Fishing Weekend – Throughout Door County. Residents and nonresidents of all ages can fish without a license in all the waters of Wisconsin (All other fishing regulations still apply). dnr.wi.gov.
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JANUARY 27 ▶ Battle On The Bay Ice Fishing Tournament – Wave Point Marina and Resort, 3600 County Road CC. Benefiting Make a Wish and Children’s Hospital of Wisconsin. 920-824-5440. ▶ Karaoke – Carrington Pub at the Landmark Resort. 7643 Hillside Rd. Egg Harbor. 9 p.m. thelandmarkresort.com 920-868-3205. ▶ Candlelight Ski – Whitefish Dunes State Park, Jacksonport. Alan Ski, showshoe, hike. 5-8 p.m. Refreshments, fireplace and fun. “Jacob Park sticker required. dnr.wi.gov. 920-823-2400. Aven
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Celebrate, Shop & Stay JANUARY 31 ▶ Accoustic Concert: Robinson & Rohe – White Gull Inn, Fish Creek. Singer-songwriters perform as part of the winter concert series. Concert at 8 p.m., optional pre-concert fixed dinner at 6 p.m. Ticket info at 920-868-3517. whitegullinn.com. FEBRUARY 1 ▶ Sit Around Singing – UU Fellowship of Door County, Green Gables, Ephraim. All ages group singing event organized by local singer-songwriter Katie Dahl. Songbooks and refreshments provided. 7-8:30 p.m. Free. 920-854-7559. ▶ Maritime Speakers Series: Life on the Great Lakes – Door County Maritime Museum, Sturgeon Bay. 7 p.m. Presented by George Oram. Free admission, free-will donations accepted. dcmm.org. 920-743-5958. FEBRUARY 2 ▶ Groundhog Day Parade – Ellison Bay. Gather at Nicolet Bank at 3:15 p.m. Build a float, decorate your car, walk your dog or just cheer from the sidelines. 4 p.m. parade. “Groundhog Stew” will follow at Mink River Basin. doorcountynorth.org.
Hartley Riedner gives it her best effort in the bike toss during Fish Creek Winter Fest. TINA M. GOHR/USA TODAY NETWORK-WISCONSIN
FEBRUARY 2-4 ▶ Fish Creek Winter Festival – Clark Park, Fish Creek. Fruit Loop Fun Run, wacky winter-themed carnival games, ice sculptures, parade, music, raffles, chili cook-off, fiddle contest, food, beverages under a large heated tent overlooking the frozen waters of Green Bay. visitfishcreek.com. 920-868-2316.
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17-19 Christkindlmarkt 2017 LakeHaven Hall 96 Ellis St., Kewaunee Holiday Craft Night At Lakehaven Hall Saturday, November 18th 7 pm
After a day of browsing crafts and unique items at Christkindlmarkt and shopping at local businesses on the Christmas Stroll, enjoy a relaxing evening and choose one of these fun-filled, hands on activities…. Wreath Decorating—Aissen Tree Farm will be on hand to assist in decorating a wreath as well as bow making. Jewelry Making—Shelia Nimmer from Rocks of Ages will provide instruction on making beautiful pieces of jewelry. Holiday Centerpiece—arrange an indoor or outdoor centerpiece to greet holiday visitors! Holiday Ornament Painting—paint a beautiful ornament to hang on your tree or give as a gift! Holiday Greeting Cards—make your own unique greeting cards to be given this holiday season. Refreshments will be available for purchase.
WEEKEND EVENTS
Friday, November 17
Christmas Stroll Noon - 5 pm Holiday Lights Parade 6:30 pm featuring Santa!!
Craft Market - 3 pm - 9 pm
(Kids can visit with Santa after the parade.) German Cuisine 3 pm - 9 pm
Tickets Tickets can be purchased at the door. Activity prices from $15-$45 include all supplies needed for the activity. Kids Corner Free popcorn, movies and kids activities. Children must be at least 5 years of age.
Saturday, November 18
Christmas Stroll 9 am - 5 pm Craft Market 9 am - 4 pm German Cuisine 11 am - 6:30 pm Visit with Santa 10 am - 2 pm Christmas Tree Ship Presentation 5:30 pm Holiday Craft Night 7 pm - 10 pm
Sunday, November 19 Christmas Stroll - Noon - 3 pm
Christmas Tree Ship Presentation At Lakehaven Hall Saturday, November 18th 5:30 - 6:30 pm
CHRISTKINDLMARKT OVER 30 UNIQUE HOLIDAY VENDORS!
Rochelle Pennington, author of two books detailing one of the most well-known shipwrecks of the Great Lakes, Lake Michigan’s Christmas Tree Ship, will be present to discuss the history of the Rouse Simmons that sank off the shore of Two Rivers. Signed copies of Rochelle’s book will be available for purchase.
KEWAUNEE AREA CHRISTMAS STROLL Lighthouse Shop Pretty Please Boutique LaFond’s Fish Market Wakker Cheese Salon 220 Kewaunee Historical Society TEAM CLEAN Lakehaven Hall Agriculture Heritage & Resources Cold County Vines & Wines Parallel 44 Vineyard & Winery Aissen Tree Farm Alpaca to Apparel Rocks of Ages Aude Jewelers Ron’s Cheese Don’s Bakery Harmann Studios Kewaunee.org
Visit each participating business and enter to win their in-store $25 gift certificate. Visit stops along the Stroll and have your passport stamped to be entered to win one of the follow-ing cash prizes (2 prizes in each category): All Stops for a chance to win $75 cash 15 Stops for a chance to win $50 cash 10 Stops for a chance to win $25 cash Child Prize
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