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36TH ANNUAL SALON OF ART
April 24-June 1
Miller Art Museum, Sturgeon Bay. Students from all five Door County High Schools in all media are represented. 920-746-0707 or   www.millerartmuseum.org
FESTIVAL OF BLOSSOMS
April 30-June 6
Countywide. Month-long celebration of spring as the cherry and apple blossoms, wildflowers and gardens explode into life. 800-527-3529 or   www.doorcounty.com
GHOSTS: HAUNTED LIGHTHOUSES OF THE GREAT LAKES
May 23-Jan. 2012
Door County Maritime Museum, Sturgeon Bay. Museum’s new exhibit exploring the mystery surrounding paranormal activity at some of the Great Lakes most famous lighthouses. 920-743-5958
RIDGES NATURE CENTER ACTIVITIES
June 1-Sept. 30
Ridges Sanctuary, Baileys Harbor. Mon-Sat 9 a.m.- 4 p.m. Get close to nature with microscopes and bug boxes. 920-839-2802
FARMERS MARKETSATURDAYS
June 5-Oct. 23
Market Square, Downtown Sturgeon Bay. 9 a.m.- 12:30 p.m. Fresh produce and crafts from local sources. 920-746-2914
SATURDAY FARM MARKET
June 5-Oct. 23
Corner of the Past/Old Anderson House Museum, Sister Bay. 8 a.m.-noon. Fresh, locally grown vegetables and flowers plus a wide variety of prepared foods from certified kitchens. Sponsored by the Sister Bay Historical Society. 920-854-5257
MIDSUMMER’S MUSIC FESTIVAL
June 9-July 9
Various locations. Midsummer’s Music Festival’s 20th season of exceptional chamber music, featuring world class musicians. Intimate locations throughout Door County: galleries, retreats, churches and homes. 920-854-7088
TOURS, CORNER OF THE PAST/OLD ANDERSON HOUSE
June 12-Sept. 25
Corner of the Past/Old Anderson House Museum, Sister Bay. Tour an 1875 farmhouse and restored farm buildings with century-old furnishing, tools and farm implements. Sponsored by the Sister Bay Historical Society. 920-854-7680
BIRCH CREEK CONCERT SERIES
June 14-Aug. 14
Birch Creek Music Performance Center, Egg Harbor. Celebrating their 35th season of performances. Symphony, June 24-26, July 2-4; Percussion & Steel Band July 8-10, 14-17; Big Band Jazz July 21-24, 28-31, August 4-7, 11-14. 7:30 pm student prelude, concert 8 pm. $29 adults, $10 youth 12020, $6 children. 920-868-3763
FARMER’S MARKET TUESDAYS
June 15-Oct. 2
Lakeside Park, Jacksonport. 9 a.m. -1 p.m.
TUESDAY CONCERTS IN FISH CREEK
June 15-Aug. 17
Noble Square. 2:30- 4:30 p.m. Free concerts on the lawn. 920-868-2316
AMERICAN FOLKLORE THEATRE
June 16-Aug. 28
Peninsula State Park. Presenting a trio of family friendly and affordable shows under the stars at Peninsula State Park. Summer performances in the outdoor amphitheatre. State Park vehicle sticker not required to attend the shows. 920-854-6117 or   www.folkloretheatre.com
PENINSULA PLAYERS
June 16-Oct. 17
Peninsula Players Theatre, Fish Creek. America’s oldest professional resident summer theatre performs Tuesday-Sunday. 920-868-3287 or   www.peninsulaplayers.com
WEDNESDAY CONCERTS IN THE PARK
June 16-Aug. 24
Sister Bay Beach Pavilion. 3 p.m. In the event of rain, concerts will be moved inside the Village Hall. 920-854-2812
HISTORIC EPHRAIM WALKING TOURS
June 18-Oct. 9
Ephraim. 10:30 a.m. Guided walking tour of Ephraim, leaving from Anderson Barn History Center. Friday walking tour included in the admission to the Ephraim Village Museums. $5 adults, $3 students 6-18. 920-854-9688
SUNSET CONCERT SERIES
June 27-Aug. 22
Peg Egan Performing Art Center, Egg Harbor. 7 p.m. Free concerts at the Peg Egan pavilion on Church Street. Bring lawn chairs and blankets. 920-868-3717
MARITIME MUSEUM SUNDAY SUMMER CONCERT SERIES
June 26-Aug. 1
. Door County Maritime Museum, Sturgeon Bay. 7p.m. Weekly Sunday evening performances by popular area musicians. On the Fourth of July weekend, the concert will be on Saturday evening. 920-743-5958 or  www.dcmm.org
THE RIDGES FOXES KIDS PROGRAMS
July 5-26
Ridges Sanctuary, Baileys Harbor. Mondays in July. 9 a.m.- noon. Each day’s activities include a hike, games, stories, and a snack. Entering grades 1-2. Sign up for one or all sessions. Registration required. $25 per session ($5 discount Ridges members). 920-839-2802
RIDGES EXPLORERS KIDS PROGRAM
July 7-28
Ridges Sanctuary. Wednesdays in July. 9am-12pm. Outdoor adventures, rambles in the Ridges Education area, hikes on the trails, and nature art to fill a busy morning with discussions of our impact on the environment. Entering grades 3-6. Sign up for one or all sessions. Registration is required. $25 per session ($5 discount for Ridges Members). Information: 920-839-2802
MONARCH BUTTERFLY WORKSHOPS
Aug. 1-31
Ridges Sanctuary, Baileys Harbor. Learn about the various stages of the beautiful Monarch Butterfly and then go out with the naturalist to capture, tag, and release these delicate creatures. 920-839-2802
WASHINGTON ISLAND MUSIC FESTIVAL
Aug. 2-13
Trueblood Performing Art Center. A series of concerts led by Artistic Director Stephen Colburn, principal oboist of the Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra. For concert dates and other information call 920-847-3434
PENINSULA MUSIC FESTIVAL
Aug. 3-21
Door Community Auditorium, Fish Creek. The 58th season of Peninsula Music Festival, a professional symphony orchestra presenting nine concerts in three weeks, opens under the baton of Victor Yampolsky. Concerts on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturdays. 920-854-4060
EXHIBIT: STURGEON BAY-PAST AND PRESENT
Aug. 28-Nov. 9
Miller Art Museum, Sturgeon Bay. Artists create art work to commemorate the city of Sturgeon Bay whether it be from the past or present. 920-746-0707
KINGDOM SO DELICIOUS
Sept. 8-25
Countywide. Door County takes a three week culinary tour from Southern Door to Washington Island. Celebrate foods in this exploration of locally produced food prepared by regional chefs. Visitors can participate in multi-level culinary adventures. 800-527-3529