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April 2008
NOTE: Schedules sometimes change, so always confirm with the organization in question to make sure that the event you are interested in, is still scheduled to take place.
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THE DOOR COUNTY MARITIME MUSEUM – STURGEON BAY
Dates of Event: through Mid-April
Featuring works from its permanent art collection. The exhibit is located in the downstairs and upstairs lobbies and the Reddin Bridge Room. The maritime artwork consists of watercolors, oils, acrylic, and graphite drawings. The exhibit features the work of current artists such as Cal Bonnivier, Bill Doughty, Cynthia McGuire, Audrey Off, Walter Peterson, and Suzanne Whiteford. Museum information can be obtained by email at info@dcmm.org or by accessing the web site at www.dcmm.org

WRITERS WORKSHOP AT THE THIRD AVENUE PLAYHOUSE – STURGEON BAY
Dates of Event: Held on the 3rd Tuesday of each month
At 6:30 PM. Attendees participate in a variety of writing exercises designed to challenge the imagination and sharpen skills. Attendees also take turns facilitating the workshop. Admission is free, but registration is required. For more information or to register, call 920-743-1760.

THIRD AVENUE PLAYHOUSE – STURGEON BAY
Dates of Event: 4/03/08 – 4/06/08, AND 4/10/08 – 4/13/08
Neil Simon's The Good Doctor. Broadway's master of comedy, elegantly weaves eight of Chekhov's stories into a laugh-out-loud vaudeville experience complete with tricky con artists, ridiculous slapstick, heartwarming musical numbers and much, much more! Proof that laughter is the best medicine! Tickets: $15 A/$12 S/$8 C. Time: Thursday thru Saturday 7:30 PM • Sunday 2:00 PM

Ports of Call Annual Fundraiser – STURGEON BAY
Dates of Event: 4/05/08
At Stone Harbor Resort. With entertainment, decorations and costuming, travel back to the gaslight era, as Ports of Call sets the stage for a delightful evening, reminiscent of 1913 - the year of the major storm featured in "Freshwater Fury!" Member invitations will be available March 1st; can't wait to reserve your place, call Trudy Herbst at 920-743-5958!

DOOR COUNTY TROLLEY PROGRESSIVE DINNER OUTING
Location: Various Locations
Date of Event: 4/05/08
Trolley guests will experience unique stops for hors d’oeuvres/cocktails at a surprise location, an elegant dinner at The Inn at Kristofer’s, and a decadent dessert at a romantic inn. Selected Saturdays only in January through May. $70 per person. Call 920-868-1100 for details/reservations. Pick up at 5pm at Orchard Country Winery (1/2 mile south of Fish Creek on Hwy 42.) Tell them Navigator sent ya!

FOLK CONCERTS AT THE WHITE GULL– FISH CREEK
Date of Event: 4/09/08
Cindy Mangsen and Steve Gillette. Optional pre-concert dinner at 6pm, $18.95. Concert begins at 8 PM. Concert tickets $15.00.
Details: 920-868-3517 or www.whitegullinn.com.

ROCK N ROLL ART NIGHT – AT HANDS-ON IN FISH CREEK
Date of Event: 4/11/08
At the Hands On Art Studio in Fish Creek! 6:30-10:30 PM. Art night for adults only (21 and older). Live music by Ben and Dan. You can make your own art and have fun. Paint your own ceramics, glassware and wood. Make a mosaic. Experiment with fused glass in our Glass Studio . . . Create a metal sculpture in our Metal Studio Buffet! 1 3/4 miles east of Hwy 42 on Peninsula Players Rd. 920-868-9311 or 888-868-9311, and tell them DoorCountyNavigator.com sent you!

DOOR COUNTY TROLLEY PROGRESSIVE DINNER OUTING
Location: Various Locations
Date of Event: 4/12/08
Trolley guests will experience unique stops for hors d’oeuvres/cocktails at a surprise location, an elegant dinner at The Inn at Kristofer’s, and a decadent dessert at a romantic inn. Selected Saturdays only in January through May. $70 per person. Call 920-868-1100 for details/reservations. Pick up at 5pm at Orchard Country Winery (1/2 mile south of Fish Creek on Hwy 42.) Tell them Navigator sent ya!

20th ANNUAL BAILEYS HARBOR BROWN TROUT TOURNAMENT – BAILEYS HARBOR
Dates of event: 4/18/08 - 4/19/08
Enjoy one of the premier fishing contests on Lake Michigan. Many Great Lakes anglers view it as the kick off to their season of fishing. For details visit the website or call 920-839-2366.

THIRD AVENUE PLAYHOUSE – STURGEON BAY
Dates of Event: 4/18/08 – 4/20/08
The Music & Arts School presents, Peter Pan. Wendy and her brothers are whisked away to Neverland in this charming musical based J.M. Barrie's classic story. Tickets: $7 A/$5 Children; Time: Friday & Saturday 7:00 PM • Saturday & Sunday 2:00 PM

DOOR COUNTY TROLLEY PROGRESSIVE DINNER OUTING
Location: Various Locations
Date of Event: 4/19/08
Trolley guests will experience unique stops for hors d’oeuvres/cocktails at a surprise location, an elegant dinner at The Inn at Kristofer’s, and a decadent dessert at a romantic inn. Selected Saturdays only in January through May. $70 per person. Call 920-868-1100 for details/reservations. Pick up at 5pm at Orchard Country Winery (1/2 mile south of Fish Creek on Hwy 42.) Tell them Navigator sent ya!

7th ANNUAL DINING AROUND THE DOOR
Date of Event: 4/20/08
At Bjorklunden - Specialties and desserts from some of the finest restaurants in the area. Silent auction items. Limited seating available. Call 920-868-3660.

THIRD AVENUE PLAYHOUSE – STURGEON BAY
Dates of Event: 4/24/08 – 4/27/08
Ma's Case, Written & Directed by Carol Lyons. Petey Poirot, the Belgian Detective, is back - and this time his Ma is with him! Don't miss this side-splitting, comedy who-dun-it! The second in the popular Belgian Detective series. Sponsored by MasterCare Carpet Cleaning Services and Steven & Theresa Selvick. Tickets: $12 A/$10 S/$7 Children; Time: Thursdays–Saturdays 7:30 PM • Sundays 2:00 PM

Groovin' Sisterhood Weekend – STURGEON BAY
Dates of Event: 4/25/08 – 4/27/08
A new weekend event that caters to women embracing life, love and laughter through shopping, sharing and indulging! Contact the Sturgeon Bay Visitor Center for further details and a registration form at 800-301-6695 or 920-743-6246 or email at vacation@sturgeonbay.net.

ROCK N ROLL ART NIGHT – AT HANDS-ON IN FISH CREEK
Date of Event: 4/25/08
At the Hands On Art Studio in Fish Creek! 6:30-10:30 PM. Art night for adults only (21 and older). Live music by Ben and Dan. You can make your own art and have fun. Paint your own ceramics, glassware and wood. Make a mosaic. Experiment with fused glass in our Glass Studio . . . Create a metal sculpture in our Metal Studio Buffet! 1 3/4 miles east of Hwy 42 on Peninsula Players Rd. 920-868-9311 or 888-868-9311, and tell them DoorCountyNavigator.com sent you!

TRAVEL ADVENTURE CINEMA SERIES – SISTER BAY
Date of Event: 4/25/08
At the First Baptist Church of Sister Bay (954 South Bay Shore Dr.) 7:30pm. Travel Adventure Cinema Series feature #6 (final film in series). On the Road to Mandalay (Burma and Angkor). Buddy Hatton. Tickets $6. Students through high school free. Tickets available at the door. Call 920-854-4825.

FOLK CONCERTS AT THE WHITE GULL– FISH CREEK
Date of Event: 4/30/08
Joel Mabus. Optional pre-concert dinner at 6pm, $18.95. Concert begins at 8 PM. Concert tickets $15.00. Details: 920-868-3517 or www.whitegullinn.com.