Sturgeon Bay Visitor & Convention Bureau in Door County, WI

January 2006

Through January 15, 2007 - Door County Maritime Museum and LPS presents
" From Sails to Steam - Early Water Passage to and from Door County".
Learn how early settlers first came to the county by schooner in the 1800's
until the arrival of the steamboats on the Great Lakes. Visitors will find
this interactive exhibit a wonderful learning experience. (920)743-5958

January 1 -- Winter Trolley Outing
Location: Pickup at Sturgeon Bay hotels, resorts and B&Bs. The Trolley will navigate you to one of Door County's award winning wineries for tour/tasting, followed by a sleigh ride through "the Door's" wintry landscape. Top it off with a fireside lunch at one of the Peninsula's historical landmarks. Pick up countywide between 9:30 and 10:00am. For details or reservations, call (920)868-1100 or (920)559-2499.

December 31 – January 2
CHERRY HILLS hosts a NEW YEAR'S EVE CELEBRATION!!
Enjoy great music, delicious food and the warm ambiance of Cherry Hills for a wonderful New Year's Eve Celebration.
NEW YEAR'S EVE PACKAGE:
$249/person (double occupancy) and $289/person (single occupancy).
Package includes two nights lodging in par, birdie or birdie deluxe room.
Suite available for upgrade of $40/night.
Friday Evening Dinner
Saturday breakfast buffet.
Saturday horse drawn sleigh ride.
New Year's Eve dinner, favors and fireworks.
For more information contact: info@cherryhillsgolf.com or 920.743.4222

January 6 -- Concert at the Door County Auditorium. Featuring Doc Heide & Eric Lewis. concert begins at 8pm. 920.868.2728 or www.dcauditorium.org

January 6-7 & 20-21 -- Fish Creek Historical Inns Progressive Dinner. For more info, call: 920.868.2444, 888.331.8601, 920.868.3442

January 7 -- Winter Trolley Outing
Location: Pickup at Sturgeon Bay hotels, resorts and B&Bs. The Trolley will navigate you to one of Door County's award winning wineries for tour/tasting, followed by a sleigh ride through "the Door's" wintry landscape. Top it off with a fireside lunch at one of the Peninsula's historical landmarks. Pick up countywide between 9:30 and 10:00am. For details or reservations, call (920)868-1100 or (920)559-2499.

January 14 -- Winter Trolley Outing
Location: Pickup at Sturgeon Bay hotels, resorts and B&Bs. The Trolley will navigate you to one of Door County's award winning wineries for tour/tasting, followed by a sleigh ride through "the Door's" wintry landscape. Top it off with a fireside lunch at one of the Peninsula's historical landmarks. Pick up countywide between 9:30 and 10:00am. For details or reservations, call (920)868-1100 or (920)559-2499.

January 14 -- Michael Ammons Concert. Door County Auditorium hosts the accomplished finger-style blues guitarist at 7pm. 920.868.2728 or www.dcauditorium.org

January 19-22 -- Third Avenue Playhouse features "The Belle of Amherst." teatro Caravaggio presents this most celebrated one-woman play about the life of Emily Dickinson by william Luce. Thurs - Sat at 7:30pm, Sun at 2pm. Tickets and info: 920.743.1760

January 20 -- A new art exhibit “A Nautical Experience,” featuring the works of James (Jim or J.) Arnold Erickson is opening with a reception Friday, January 20 at the Door County Maritime Museum, Sturgeon Bay, WI. According to Exhibit Curator June Larson, “The exhibit showcases a variety of media and styles as well as a variety of nautical subjects including lighthouses, different types of boats, and water scenes.” For more information, call: (920)743-5958

January 20-22 -- Bridge Weekends at Cherry Hills Lodge & Golf Course. Carolyn Kimbel hosts lessons that are interesting and entertaining and do not intimidate the less experienced student. Her focus this year will be "To Game of Not To Game - Getting the Most Out of Your Hand." Meals, lodging, lessons and open play included in package. $195/person (double occupancy) and $239 single occupency. For more information and reservations call (920)743-4222 or 800-545-2307, or visit http://www.cherryhillsgolf.com/

January 21 -- Winter Trolley Outing
Location: Pickup at Sturgeon Bay hotels, resorts and B&Bs. The Trolley will navigate you to one of Door County's award winning wineries for tour/tasting, followed by a sleigh ride through "the Door's" wintry landscape. Top it off with a fireside lunch at one of the Peninsula's historical landmarks. Pick up countywide between 9:30 and 10:00am. For details or reservations, call (920)868-1100 or (920)559-2499.

January 21 -- Lecture Series at the Door County Auditorium. Guest speaker, Dr. Elizabeth Gordon on "Anatomy of the Earth's Past: Reconstructing Ancient Landscapes" 8:30am. Admission is free.

January 21 -- Corky Siegel and Dorothy Scott in concert at the Door County Auditorium. Concert begins at 8pm. Tickets and info: 920.868.2728 or www.dcauditorium.org

January 28 -- Winter Trolley Outing
Location: Pickup at Sturgeon Bay hotels, resorts and B&Bs. The Trolley will navigate you to one of Door County's award winning wineries for tour/tasting, followed by a sleigh ride through "the Door's" wintry landscape. Top it off with a fireside lunch at one of the Peninsula's historical landmarks. Pick up countywide between 9:30 and 10:00am. For details or reservations, call (920)868-1100 or (920)559-2499.

January 28 -- Whitefish Dunes State Park Candlelight Ski. Info: 920.823.2400

January 28 -- Chris Irwin in concert at the Door County Auditorium. Concert starts at 8pm. Info and tickets: 920.868.2728 or www.dcauditorium.org

February 2006

Feb. 3rd -14th – Nineteenth Annual Fish Creek Winter Festival
12 days of winter fun. Super Shopping Nights, Winter Games Feb. 4th at the harbor in Clark Park. Silent auction, carnival games, food and refreshments, candlelight ski, kites on the bay, live music and entertainment. Door County Idol contest at DC Auditorium. Info: 800-577-1880 or http://www.fishcreek.info/

Feb. 4th -- Peninsula State Park Candlelight Ski
Ski a gently rolling one-mile loop trail lit by candles through forest and meadow. 5:30-8:00 p.m.
Park sticker required. 920-868-3258.

Feb. 4th -- Winter Trolley Outing Location: Pickup at Sturgeon Bay hotels, resorts and B&Bs. The Trolley will navigate you to one of Door County's award winning wineries for tour/tasting, followed by a sleigh ride through "the Door's" wintry landscape. Top it off with a fireside lunch at one of the Peninsula's historical landmarks. Pick up countywide between 9:30 and 10:00am. For details or reservations, call (920)868-1100 or (920)559-2499.

Feb. 8th -- Folk Concert - Fish Creek
Featuring Garnet Rogers at the White Gull Inn. Concert starts at 8 p.m. (920)868-3517

Feb. 9th - 12th -- Isadora Theatre Company Presents "Assassins"
This Broadway musical explores the history of presidential assassinations in America, from John Wilkes Booth to John Hinckley, Jr. Shows at the Ephraim Village Hall. More info: 920-493-3667 or http://www.isadoora.com/.

February 11 -- -- Winter Trolley Outing Location: Pickup at Sturgeon Bay hotels, resorts and B&Bs. The Trolley will navigate you to one of Door County's award winning wineries for tour/tasting, followed by a sleigh ride through "the Door's" wintry landscape. Top it off with a fireside lunch at one of the Peninsula's historical landmarks. Pick up countywide between 9:30 and 10:00am. For details or reservations, call (920)868-1100 or (920)559-2499.

Feb. 11th - 19th -- Washington Island Fishing Derby Week
Cash prizes for the top three entries in different categories. 920-847-2179.

Feb. 11th – Sixteenth Annual Newport State Park Candlelight Ski, Hike & Snowshoe
One-mile trail lighted by homemade candles. Bonfire and refreshments. 6-9 p.m. Park sticker required.
920-854-2500.

Feb. 16th - 19th -- Isadora Theatre Company Presents "Assassins"
This Broadway musical explores the history of presidential assassinations in America, from John Wilkes Booth to John Hinckley, Jr. Shows at the Third Avenue Playhouse. More info: 920-493-3667 or http://www.isadoora.com/.

February 17-19 -- Bridge Weekends at Cherry Hills Lodge & Golf Course. Carolyn Kimbel hosts lessons that are interesting and entertaining and do not intimidate the less experienced student. Her focus this year will be "To Game of Not To Game - Getting the Most Out of Your Hand." Meals, lodging, lessons and open play included in package. $195/person (double occupancy) and $239 single occupency. For more information and reservations call (920)743-4222 or 800-545-2307, or visit http://www.cherryhillsgolf.com/

Feb. 18th -- Winter Trolley Outing Location: Pickup at Sturgeon Bay hotels, resorts and B&Bs. The Trolley will navigate you to one of Door County's award winning wineries for tour/tasting, followed by a sleigh ride through "the Door's" wintry landscape. Top it off with a fireside lunch at one of the Peninsula's historical landmarks. Pick up countywide between 9:30 and 10:00am. For details or reservations, call (920)868-1100 or (920)559-2499.

Feb. 18th -- Progressive Dinner Trolley Outing Location: Pickup at Orchard Country Winery. As a guest you will experience the uniqueness of stops for hors d'oeuvres/cocktails, an elegant dinner and a decadent dessert at a surprise location. Pick up will be at Orchard Country Winery, 1 1/2 miles south of Fish Creek on Highway 42 at 5pm. $68.00 per adult, plus tax includes trolley transportation, hors d'oeuvres/cocktail, dinner and dessert. For details or reservations, call (920)868-1100 or (920)559-2499.

Feb. 18th -- Potawatomi State Park Candlelight Ski
Ski one mile of flat terrain with 500 candles lighting the trail, paths, and parking lots. Refreshments, snacks, fireplace and bonfire will be provided. Park sticker required. 5-9 p.m. If no snow is available,
hiking will replace skiing. 920-746-2890.

Feb. 18 -- Icescape "Fire & Ice"
Sturgeon Bay hosts a city wide event; the day filled with ice carvers turning 400 lb. blocks of ice into works of art and the evening filled with hot music in local bars and restaurants. For more information: (800)301-6695 or http://www.sturgeonbay.net/sbtourism/home/icescape+2006+--+february+18.asp

February 24-26 -- Bridge Weekends at Cherry Hills Lodge & Golf Course. Carolyn Kimbel hosts lessons that are interesting and entertaining and do not intimidate the less experienced student. Her focus this year will be "To Game of Not To Game - Getting the Most Out of Your Hand." Meals, lodging, lessons and open play included in package. $195/person (double occupancy) and $239 single occupency. For more information and reservations call (920)743-4222 or 800-545-2307, or visit http://www.cherryhillsgolf.com/

Feb. 25th -- Winter Trolley Outing Location: Pickup at Sturgeon Bay hotels, resorts and B&Bs. The Trolley will navigate you to one of Door County's award winning wineries for tour/tasting, followed by a sleigh ride through "the Door's" wintry landscape. Top it off with a fireside lunch at one of the Peninsula's historical landmarks. Pick up countywide between 9:30 and 10:00am. For details or reservations, call (920)868-1100 or (920)559-2499.

Feb. 25th -- Progressive Dinner Trolley Outing Location: Pickup at Orchard Country Winery. As a guest you will experience the uniqueness of stops for hors d'oeuvres/cocktails, an elegant dinner and a decadent dessert at a surprise location. Pick up will be at Orchard Country Winery, 1 1/2 miles south of Fish Creek on Highway 42 at 5pm. $68.00 per adult, plus tax includes trolley transportation, hors d'oeuvres/cocktail, dinner and dessert. For details or reservations, call (920)868-1100 or (920)559-2499.

March 2006

Mar. 1st & 8th -- Folk Concerts - Fish Creek
Featuring Bill Staines, Cheryl Wheeler or Laurie Lewis & Tom Rozum at the White Gull Inn. Concerts start at 8 p.m. Info: 800-624-1987

Mar. 4th -- Winter Trolley Outing Location: Pickup at Sturgeon Bay hotels, resorts and B&Bs. The Trolley will navigate you to one of Door County's award winning wineries for tour/tasting, followed by a sleigh ride through "the Door's" wintry landscape. Top it off with a fireside lunch at one of the Peninsula's historical landmarks. Pick up countywide between 9:30 and 10:00am. For details or reservations, call (920)868-1100 or (920)559-2499.

Mar. 4th & 11th -- Concerts at DC Auditorium - Fish Creek
Featuring Classical Connection, Norbert Blei & Colin O'Brien. Info: 920-868-2728 or http://www.dcauditorium.org/.

Mar. 10th & 11th -- Door County Home Builders Expo and Show
at Stone Harbor in Sturgeon Bay. Friday, 4-8 p.m.; Saturday, 9 a.m-4 p.m. Free admission.
920-743-6303.

Mar. 11th -- Steamboat Supper
Serving from 4-7 p.m. at the Masonic Lodge, Third Avenue, Sturgeon Bay. Master masons continue the tradition of serving a hearty all-you-can-eat roast beef supper. Advanced tickets: 920-743-0195, 920-746-9442, 920-743-2759. Day of event: 920-495-9442.

Mar. 11th -- Progressive Dinner Trolley Outing Location: Pickup at Orchard Country Winery. As a guest you will experience the uniqueness of stops for hors d'oeuvres/cocktails, an elegant dinner and a decadent dessert at a surprise location. Pick up will be at Orchard Country Winery, 1 1/2 miles south of Fish Creek on Highway 42 at 5pm. $68.00 per adult, plus tax includes trolley transportation, hors d'oeuvres/cocktail, dinner and dessert. For details or reservations, call (920)868-1100 or (920)559-2499.

Mar. 18 – St. Patrick's Day Parade
Downtown O'Sturgeon Bay will be green for a day. Parade begins at 11am. For more information: (800)301-6695 or http://www.sturgeonbay.net/

Mar. 18th -- Winter Trolley Outing Location: Pickup at Sturgeon Bay hotels, resorts and B&Bs. The Trolley will navigate you to one of Door County's award winning wineries for tour/tasting, followed by a sleigh ride through "the Door's" wintry landscape. Top it off with a fireside lunch at one of the Peninsula's historical landmarks. Pick up countywide between 9:30 and 10:00am. For details or reservations, call (920)868-1100 or (920)559-2499.

Mar. 18th -- Progressive Dinner Trolley Outing Location: Pickup at Orchard Country Winery. As a guest you will experience the uniqueness of stops for hors d'oeuvres/cocktails, an elegant dinner and a decadent dessert at a surprise location. Pick up will be at Orchard Country Winery, 1 1/2 miles south of Fish Creek on Highway 42 at 5pm. $68.00 per adult, plus tax includes trolley transportation, hors d'oeuvres/cocktail, dinner and dessert. For details or reservations, call (920)868-1100 or (920)559-2499.

Mar. 25th -- Winter Trolley Outing Location: Pickup at Sturgeon Bay hotels, resorts and B&Bs. The Trolley will navigate you to one of Door County's award winning wineries for tour/tasting, followed by a sleigh ride through "the Door's" wintry landscape. Top it off with a fireside lunch at one of the Peninsula's historical landmarks. Pick up countywide between 9:30 and 10:00am. For details or reservations, call (920)868-1100 or (920)559-2499.

March 31-April 2 -- Bridge Weekends at Cherry Hills Lodge & Golf Course. Carolyn Kimbel hosts lessons that are interesting and entertaining and do not intimidate the less experienced student. Her focus this year will be "To Game of Not To Game - Getting the Most Out of Your Hand." Meals, lodging, lessons and open play included in package. $195/person (double occupancy) and $239 single occupency. For more information and reservations call (920)743-4222 or 800-545-2307, or visit http://www.cherryhillsgolf.com/

April 2006

April 1, 2006--Fish Boil: Traditional Door County "all you can eat" whitefish boil with all the trimmings: white fish, cole slaw, potatoes, and dessert; seatings at 5:00 and 6:30 at Sturgeon Bay's Masonic Lodge at 31 S. Third Avenue; to benefit Order of the Eastern Star's Honor Chapter; Advance Tickets $10, Day of Event $12; Advance Reservations (920) 743-6845, Day of Event (920) 495-9445

Apr. 1st -- Concerts at DC Auditorium - Fish Creek
Featuring Classical Connection, Norbert Blei & Colin O'Brien. Info: 920-868-2728 or http://www.dcauditorium.org/.

Apr. 5th -- Folk Concert - Fish Creek
Featuring Bill Staines, Cheryl Wheeler or Laurie Lewis & Tom Rozum at the White Gull Inn. Concert starts at 8 p.m. Info: 800-624-1987

April 8, 2006
Ports of Call – The Sturgeon Bay Yacht Club hosts an evening to celebrate Door County's rich nautical heritage. Taste the specialties of area restaurants and participate in live and silent auction items to benefit the Door County Maritime Museum. For further information contact Trudy Herbst (920) 743-5958 therbst@dcmm.org or visit: www.dcmm.org

Apr. 11th -- Midsummer's Music - "The Seven Last Words of Christ"
At Shepherd of the Bay Lutheran Church in Ellison Bay. 7 sonatas framed by commentary from an ecumenical panel. Free will offering of $10. 7:30 p.m. 920-854-7088 or http://www.midsummersmusic.com/

Apr. 15th -- Easter Egg Hunt
Children's games, Easter egg hunt and prizes at the Baileys Harbor Town Hall at 10 a.m.

Apr. 21st - 23rd -- Baileys Harbor - Brown Trout Tournament
This event has developed into one of the premier fishing contests on Lake Michigan; many Great Lakes anglers view it as the "kick off" to their season of fishing. This year's tournament has new ideas, activities, and prize structures to make it even more appealing to both visitors and locals. For details please visit http://www.baileysharbor.com/ or call 920-839-2366.

Apr. 23rd -- Fifth Annual Dining around the Door - Baileys Harbor
Specialties of the house and desserts from some of the finest restaurants in the area. Silent auction items. Limited seating available. All proceeds benefit the YMCA Strong Kids Campaign. 920-868-3660.

Apr. 29th -- "Stars Are Out" - Third Ave. Playhouse fundraiser features food, entertainment, fine arts silent auction, and a live auction of human talent. 6 p.m. Tickets: 920-743-1760.

May 2006

May 1st - 31st -- Door County - Festival of Blossoms
A month-long celebration of spring framed by more than 300 miles of shoreline. Enjoy guided and self- guided tours among thousands of acres of blossoming cherry and apple orchards, millions of daffodils and tulips, and countless wildflowers. Special events include a countywide lighthouse walk, boat, trolley and scenic air tours, and community celebrations with arts and crafts, food and music. Info: 800-52-RELAX.

May 4th - 7th -- Isadora Theatre Presents Two Chekhov Plays
Two one-act comedies by Anton Chekhov, "The Bear" and "The Proposal." Shows at Ephraim Village Hall. Info: http://www.isadoora.com/.

May 6th -- Shipyard Tours
Tour and view the current projects of 3 shipyards that continue to flourish in the 21st century: Bay Ship, Palmer Johnson, and Great Lakes Yacht Services. Tickets available at the shipyard entry gates on the day of the event. 9 a.m.-2 p.m. 920-746-8460.

May 11th - 14th -- Isadora Theatre Presents Two Chekhov Plays
Two one-act comedies by Anton Chekhov, "The Bear" and "The Proposal." Shows at Third Avenue Playhouse. Info: http://www.isadoora.com/.

May 13th -- Thirteenth Annual Blossom Run
Fun run held at the boat launch park in Egg Harbor. All ages encouraged to participate; 5-mile run/walk and 2-mile run. Contact Mary Claire McHugh at the Sturgeon Bay YMCA 920-743-4949.

May 19th - 21st -- Sixteenth Annual Open Bass Tournament-Sturgeon Bay
This three day event is held at Sawyer Park. Family events all day Saturday with a dock dance in the evening from 6:30-10:30 p.m. under the tent. Cash and prizes awarded on Sunday at 5 p.m. Details and entry forms: http://www.sbobt.org/ or 920-499-3988.

May 19th -- Keeper's Kin - Sturgeon Bay
Enjoy presentation and dessert social with relatives of lighthouse keepers. $12 Keeper's Kin tickets also include a tour of the Door County Maritime Museum. Limited seatings at 6:30 p.m. & 7:45 p.m. Order tickets at 920-743-5958 or http://www.dcmm.org/

May 20th -- Sister Bay Blossom Festival
Face painting, community wide garage sale, Irish dancers, maypole raising, children's art auction, ice cream social, children's parade, live entertainment, bonfire on the beach. 920-854-2812.

May 20th -- Door County Scottie Dog Rally
Parade of the Scots with over 180 dogs and a silent auction in Baileys Harbor. Parade will start between 11 & 11:30 a.m. Viewing at the Baileys Harbor Town Hall. Info: 920-839-2982 or http://www.doorcountyscottierally.com/

May 20th -- Spring Arts & Crafts Show
Front lawn of the Baileys Harbor Town Hall. Info: http://www.baileysharbor.com/ or 920-839-2366.

May 20th & 21st --Thirteenth Annual Door County Lighthouse Walk
A self-guided, county-wide tour of 6 mainland lighthouses. Walk the grounds and soak in the history of Door County's fabled lighthouses. Boat tours to and around island lighthouses. For tickets and details call 920-743-5958 or visit http://www.dcmm.org/.

Mid - May – Beacons Around the Bay
Creatively embellished lighthouses will flank Sturgeon Bay's streets beginning the middle of May as a part of our first annual 'Beacons Around the Bay' street art event. For more information: (800)301-6695 or http://www.sturgeonbay.net/

May 20th & 21st -- Lighthouse Trolley Tour
Take the trolley to the 6 mainland lighthouses. Tours depart from the Door County Maritime Museum, Sturgeon Bay. Reservations required: 920-868-1100.

Scenic Air Lighthouse Tours
Get a bird's-eye view of all the lighthouses Door County has to offer. One hour rides depart from the Cherryland Airport in Sturgeon Bay. Reservations highly recommended 920-743-6952.

May 20th – 21st -- Twelfth Annual Shepherd's Market
Northeastern Wisconsin's oldest fiber event located at Whitefish Bay Farms. Show hours: Saturday 10 a.m.-
4 p.m. and Sunday 10 a.m.-3 p.m. 920-743-1560.

May 25th - 27th -- Door County - Festival of Nature - Baileys Harbor
Guided field trips to many natural areas around Door County, including public and private lands. Evening lectures, canoe and boat trips. Pre-registration required. 920-839-2802 or http://www.ridgesanctuary.org/ or email: karen@ridgesanctuary.org.

May 27th & 28th – Fine Art Fair
10am-4pm. Fine artists present their creations in an open-air market atmosphere. Witness spring during this lovely Memorial Day Weekend event at Sawyer Park. For more information: (800)301-6695 or http://www.sturgeonbay.net/

May 27th – 28th --Thirty-fourth Annual Maifest in Jacksonport
Art fair, fun run, great food, music, horse pull, parade at 11 a.m. on Saturday, and more. Fun takes place at Lakeside Park. Run info: 920-839-2016. Parade info: 920-746-4141.

May 28th -- Spring Bargain Bazaar - Sister Bay
Sidewalk Sale - Sister Bay Village Hall. 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

May 28th -- Memorial Day Benefit Concert - Washington Island
Concert at Trueblood Performing Arts Center at 5:30 p.m. Concert tickets are $60/person. This is a fundraiser to benefit the Music Festival. 920-847-2657.

June 2006

June 1st – 30th -- A Kingdom So Delicious
Enjoy a journey of cuisine and culture on the scenic Door County Peninsula. Throughout the month of June, celebrate the unique experiences Door County has to offer: fiery fish boils; cooking classes and demonstrations; palate pleasing samples from local orchards, vineyards and farms; and artistic offerings from plays to paintings to pottery. For details visit http://www.doorcounty.com/ or call 800-52-RELAX.

June 3rd & 4th -- Free Fishing Days
Fishing licenses not required for these two days (other regulations may apply).

June 4th -- State Park Open House Day
Free admission to all Wisconsin state parks. Activities at all parks.

June 4th -- Peninsula State Park 5k Run
Contact Sverre Falk-Pederson to register at 920-868-2141.

June 7th -- YMCA Golf Outing
Fun event at The Orchards in Egg Harbor. Door prizes, great meal, fantastic course. 920-743-4949.

June 10th -- Stuff O-Rama Flea Market - Sister Bay
On the grounds of Domicile/Stuff. 12-60 vendors with unpredictable mix of merchandise from furniture to sports collectibles. 8 a.m.-3 p.m. 920-854-9005.

June 16th - 18th -- Ephraim Fyr Bal Festival
Forty-second annual Scandinavian festival in Ephraim celebrating the beginning of summer. Enjoy music, Norwegian dancers, crafts, food booths, fish boil, sailing regatta and bonfires along the shores of Eagle Harbor following the Chieftain ceremony. Fireworks at dusk on Saturday. 920-854-4989.

June 17th -- Taste of Northern Door
A taste of delicious specialties from 12 fabulous restaurants, gourmet food shops and Stone's Throw Winery. Silent auction surprises, plus the raffling of local artist's prints. From 4:30-7:30 p.m. at the historical Ellison Bay Community Center located at 11953 - Hwy 42. $30/person. Info 920-854-1926.

June 17th -- Eighteenth Annual Ridges Sanctuary Ride for Nature
Bike Ride 25K-100K to raise money to support The Ridges. Ride starts at 8 a.m. Advanced registration preferred. 920-839-2802 or http://www.ridgesanctuary.org/

June 18th -- Kids Fishing Derby
At Little Lake by Sunset Park in Sturgeon Bay from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. $2 entry fee. Prizes and trophies awarded. Register the day of the event. Sponsored by the Sturgeon Bay Bass Tournament. Info: 920-743-1100.

June 23rd - 25th -- Fortieth Annual Olde Ellison Bay Days
Auto show, arts & crafts fair, soap box derby, food, fun, kid's games, raffle, and more. Parade at 11a.m. on Saturday. Everyone Welcome! Sponsored by the Ellison Bay Men's Club, just for the fun of it!
General Info: 920-854-9535, Parade Info: 920-854-5768. Arts & Crafts: 920-854-5049.

June 24th – October 28th – Sturgeon Bay Farmer's Market
Homegrown seasonal produce and handcrafted items at Market Square parking lot, corner of Michigan and Fourth Avenue. Saturdays 9am-12:30pm. Info: 920-746-2914.

June 24th & 25th -- Little Sturgeon Days
Community-wide rummage sale, music, games, raffle, food and refreshments all weekend at festival park (next to the fire station), evening entertainment. Parade on Sunday at 11 a.m. Info: 920-824-5222

July 2006

July 1st & 2nd -- Seventeenth Annual Art on the Quiet Side
Art & crafts fair, refreshments, family fun in Jacksonport at Lakeside Park. Info: 920-854-9372.

July 2nd - 30th -- Sunday Waterfront Concerts - Sturgeon Bay
Music by the bay at the Door County Maritime Museum next to the downtown bridge. All concerts start at 7 p.m. Bring a lawn chair or blanket and enjoy the free entertainment. Info: 920-743-5958.

July 2nd – Twenty-fifth Annual Sevastopol FFA Alumni Dairy Breakfast
The Haberli Farm located at 7012 Memorial Dr. will host this year's breakfast from 6am-11:30am. Rain or shine. Music, hayrides, petting zoo and cherry pit spitting contest. Admission: 6 to adult - $6; kids 5 & under - free. 920-743-4956.

July 3rd & 4th -- Egg Harbor - Fireworks & Parade
Celebrate our nation's founding with spectacular fireworks at dusk on July 3rd, centered around Harbor View Park. On the Fourth, enjoy the village's annual parade beginning at 1 p.m. 920-868-3717 or http://www.eggharbordoorcounty.com/.

July 4th -- Baileys Harbor - 4th of July Celebration
A full day of fun and excitement for all includes the parade, arts and crafts, live entertainment, children's games, and spectacular fireworks at dusk. Parade info: 920-839-2878. General info: 920-839-2366 or http://www.baileysharbor.com/

July 4th -- Gills Rock - 4th of July Celebration
Food and live music starts at 5 p.m. Boat regatta at 6:30 p.m., fireworks at dusk. 920-854-2972.

July 4th – Sturgeon Bay Celebrates
Independence Day is celebrated in style on the shores of Sturgeon Bay at Sunset Park. Food, beverages, ice cream social and FIREWORKS! For more information: (800)301-6695 or http://www.sturgeonbay.net/

July 4th -- Washington Island Fireworks
Fireworks at dusk at the ball park. 920-847-2179 or http://www.washingtonislandchamber.com/

July 4th -- Fish Creek Hairpin Run
5K-10K. Info: 800-577-1880 or http://www.fishcreek.info/.

July 6th - 9th – Twenty-seventh Annual Door County Folk Festival - Sister Bay & Ephraim
Featuring dance and music workshops, parties and concerts, children's programs, fish boil dinner, music and dance in the park, and much more (but this is not a fair). Info: 920-854-2986 or 773-463-2288 or http://www.dcff.net/

July 6th - 9th -- Third Annual Door County Sea Kayak Symposium - Rowley's Bay
Sea kayak event for all experience levels held at the Wagon Trail Resort.

July 8th -- Art quilt show and sale – "Fabric of the Land"
Crossroads at Big Creek, Sturgeon Bay. Fine quilts with designs inspired by the landscape of Door County. The Door County Land Trust presents Fabric of the Land, an art quilt show and sale to celebrate 20 years of protecting Door County's lands. Held in the beautifully restored historic buildings at the Crossroads at Big Creek, in Sturgeon Bay, the event will be open free of charge to the public. For more information, contact Karen Wilkinson at the Door County Land Trust (920) 839-9990 or kwilkinson@dcwis.com.

July 8th & 9th – Forty-fifth Annual Belgian Days
Enjoy authentic foods and refreshments, tractor pull, Belgian softball tournament, art & craft show, tug-of- war competition, and live music. Located at the Brussels Town Park Sat. Noon-Midnight & Sunday
10 a.m.-6 p.m. Parade on Sunday at 10:30. General Info: 920-825-1418. Arts & crafts: 920-825-7677. Parade: 920-825-1450.

July 15th – Fifty-third Annual Fly-In Fish Boil
Fly in or drive in to the Washington Island Airport.
Fish boil served from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Hot dogs available for children. Rain date will be July 16th. 920-847-2179 or http://www.washingtonislandchamber.com/

July 15th – Jefferson Street Festival
Jefferson Street's unique shops celebrate summer with sales and entertainment on the lawns. Food and beverages. For more information: (800)301-6695 or http://www.sturgeonbay.net/

July 19th -- Children's Day in Ephraim
Fun for children ages 6-11. Limited enrollment. Pre-registration required. 8 a.m.-12:30 p.m. 920-854-9688.

July 20th - 23rd – Eighth Annual Amish Quilt Show & Sale
Sister Bay Village Hall from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. daily. 920-823-2288 or jarosh@dcwis.com.

July 22nd -- Washington Island 5K-10K Run
Pre-registered entries accepted. Info: 920-847-2226 or http://www.washingtonislandchamber.com/

July 22nd -- Stuff O-Rama Flea Market - Sister Bay
On the grounds of Domicile/Stuff. 12-60 vendors with unpredictable mix of merchandise from furniture to sports collectibles. 8 a.m.-3 p.m. 920-854-9005.

July 22nd -- Orchard Country's Summer Harvest Celebration - Fish Creek
Live music, cherry pit spit competition, great door prizes, pick your own cherries, free winery tours and tastings all day long. 920-868-3479

July 22nd - 30th – Twenty-fourth Annual K/D Salmon Tournament
Participating ports include Algoma, Kewaunee, Sturgeon Bay, Baileys Harbor, and Washington Island. More than $30,000 in cash and prizes will be awarded to the anglers who catch the biggest fish each day
at all five weigh-in sites. Tickets $20 for entire tournament or $12 for one day. Info: 920-304-2333 or email: wildtimes@itol.com

July 23rd -- Door County Triathlon
The second annual Door County Triathlon will take place at 8 a.m. at Murphy Park just south of Egg Harbor. The event offers two courses – a flat, first-time friendly short course (1/4 mi swim, 11.5 mi bike, 3.1 mi run) and a challenging long course (0.9 mi swim, 25.7 mi bike and 6.2 mi run). All participants receive a medal, t-shirt, free food and beverage at the finish. Limit: 1,000 participants. For registration & information, go to http://www.doorcountytriathlon.com/.

July 24th – Hook Race
Sailing race hosted by the Sturgeon Bay Yacht Club, beginning in Racine, around the Door Peninsula and ending at Sturgeon Bay. Info: 920-743-6934.

July 25th – Forty-sixth Annual House & Garden Walk
Stroll through a showcase of five homes and gardens in the county. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Tickets $20. Sponsored by the Door County Memorial Hospital Auxiliary. 920-746-1071 or 920-868-1727.

July 27th - 29th – Thirty-second Annual Antique Show - Fish Creek
See yesteryear's charm with 35 professional dealers. A wide range of antiques and heirlooms. Show hours are 10 a.m.-5 p.m. at Gibraltar High School. Sponsored by the Sister Bay Lions Club to benefit the Leader Dog for the Blind program. Info: 715-344-5144.

July 27th – Sail Through the Avenues Sidewalk Sale
Sturgeon Bay is stuffed with bargains on the day shops take to the sidewalks. Find your inner shopping spree spirit! For more information: (800)301-6695 or http://www.sturgeonbay.net/

July 28th – 30th -- Twentieth Annual Southern Door Firemen's Picnic in Forestville
Various activities all weekend long. Parade is Sunday Morning at 11:00 A.M. Plenty of great food and refreshments. Music Saturday night and Sunday afternoon. Prize drawings, silent auction, games for kids, water fights, fun for all! Proceeds benefit S.D.F.D. and its First Responders. Information at 920-746-4400.

July 29th -- Fifth Annual Discover Carlsville Day
Parade 10am. Fun for the whole family from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.! Enjoy food, live music and activities for the whole family! Tours at Dairy View Country Store & Door Peninsula Winery! Arts & Craft Vendors! Email: info@carlsville.com.

July 29th -- House Tour on Washington Island
Self-guided tour of homes from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. http://www.washingtonislandchamber.com/

July 29th & 30th -- Juried Art & Craft Show - Ellison Bay/Gills Rock
Fantastic selection of artwork, handcrafted treasures, photography and much more. Antique tractors and farm implement exhibit and demonstrations throughout the day. Delicious food and beverages. Free admission and parking. Rain or shine. Saturday 10 a.m.-
5 p.m.; Sunday 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Info: 920-854-1926.

Wednesdays in July & August -- Pioneer Days on Washington Island
Children's activities, horse drawn wagon rides, and demonstrations of pioneer crafts and skills at the Island Farm Museum. Info: 920-847-2179 or http://www.washingtonislandchamber.com/

August 2006

Aug. 1st - 19th – Fifty-fourth Annual Peninsula Music Festival
Experience the thrill of live classical music, performed by some of America's finest Musicians in the intimate Door Community Auditorium, an indoor state-of-the- art concert hall. Nine different symphonic concerts in three weeks. Concerts every Tues, Thurs, and Sat at 8pm. Info: 920-854-4060 or http://www.musicfestival.com/.

Aug. 2nd – Style Show & Auction
The Sturgeon Bay Yacht Club hosts a luncheon at 11:30am to assist the Christ Child Society of Door County in providing layettes for newborns in need. For reservations and questions, please call (920)743-8076.

Aug. 4th & 5th -- Eighteenth Annual Fair at Domicile - Sister Bay
See the work of a dozen artisans. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Enjoy free concerts at 1 p.m. in the orchard each day. Food and beverages available. Parking in the Schoolhouse Park lot. Info: 920-854-9005.

Aug. 4th - 6th -- Scandinavian Festival
Fri. at 4pm Fest Kafee held at the Trinity Lutheran Church. Sat. Scandinavian Dance with 100 dancers in Scandinavian costume at the outdoor stage by the Community Center at 8pm. Sun. Scandinavian worship service. http://www.washingtonislandchamber.com/

Aug. 5th -- Twelfth Annual Cherry Fest
Lakeside Park, Hwy 57, Jacksonport. Fresh cherry bakery and historical display. Arts & crafts fair, food, music, family fun and more. 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Art & Craft fair info: 920-823-2288 or www.doorbell.net/jhs

Aug. 5th & 6th -- Sixteenth Annual Classic Wooden Boat Show & Festival
Come down to the Door County Maritime Museum near the foot of the downtown bridge for a weekend of family fun. Sikaflex challenge boat building contest and sea trials, expert demonstrations on sailing, diving and kayaking. 9 a.m. on Sat, 10 a.m. on Sun. Info: 920-743-5958.

Aug. 6th -- Gould Golf Tournament
Held at the Peninsula State Park Golf Course. 920-854-5791 or http://www.peninsulagolf.org/

August 5th -- Evening on the Bay - Sturgeon Bay
All you can eat Picnic Buffet open to the public from 5:30-8:30 p.m. at the Sturgeon Bay Yacht Club. Sailing Regatta, music, fireworks at dusk. Reservations for the picnic buffet call 920-743-6934.

Aug. 7th - 10th -- Resorter Golf Tournament
Held at the Peninsula State Park Golf Course. 920-854-5791 or http://www.peninsulagolf.org/

Aug. 7th - 19th -- Fifteenth Annual Washington Island Music Festival
World class musicians featuring 5 classical concerts. Held at the Trueblood Performing Arts Center. Local musicians concert on Aug. 17th under the big tent. A children's musical camp also. Info: 920-847-2657 or http://www.washingtonislandchamber.com/

Aug. 9th - 13th -- Door County Fair
Located at the John Miles County Park on 14th Avenue in Sturgeon Bay. Starts at 5 p.m. Wednesday with free admission that evening. Grandstand events include auto races, tractor pull, and Rodeo. Many things to see in the Merchant buildings. Carnival rides, food stands, and more. Info: 920-746-2261.

Aug. 12th -- Perseid Meteor Shower-Newport State Park
Join us in the picnic area at dusk to view this spectacular meteor shower in the darkest park in northern Door County. Bring lawn chair or blanket. 920-854-2500.

Aug. 12th -- Door County Festival of the Arts - Ephraim
Community arts celebration hosted by the Francis Hardy Center for the Arts in downtown Ephraim. Children's activities, performances, artists' demonstrations, and food. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Watch for details at http://www.thehardy.org/ or call 920-854-5535.

Aug. 18th - 20th – Twenty-fourth Annual Valmy Thresheree & Antique Machinery Show
Open 6pm on Friday night, dance starts at 8pm. Thresheree with horse & tractor pull entertainment, games for the entire family. Arts & crafts, great music entertainment, food & refreshments. Located at 5005 Country View Rd (off Hwy 57), Valmy. 920-743-4859.

Aug. 19th -- Thirtieth Annual Sons of Norway Norsk Fest
Bay View Lutheran Church, Sturgeon Bay, 9 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Kaffe Stue, bake sale, weaving, spinning, stitchery, rosemaling and other Norwegian goodies. Free admission. 920-743-7975.

Aug. 19th -- Washington Island Fair & Parade
Gates open at 11am. Parade at Noon. Craft booths, food booths, exhibits and bingo by Rec Center.
Info: 920-847-2179 or http://www.washingtonislandchamber.com/

Aug. 19th -- Sixth Annual Candlelight Beach Walk
As the sun sets over the dunes, stroll along with family, friends or your sweetheart for this quiet 1-mile candlelight walk at Whitefish Dunes State Park. A beach grid makes part of the trail handicapped accessible. 7:30 - 9:30 p.m. Info: 920-823-2400.

Aug. 26th -- Bayland Classic Car, Truck, & Motorcycle Show - Sturgeon Bay
At Bill Boettcher Automotive. All makes & years. 35 classes for vehicles. Win a Door County getaway. $10 registration includes free t-shirt. $1 spectator fee ages 13+. Trivia contest, door prizes, food & beverages. Registration-7 a.m., awards-3 p.m. 920-746-9629 or dbrucesmith@itol.com.

September 2006

Sept. 2nd – Beacons Around the Bay Auction
Street art lighthouses go on the auction block for the first time with proceeds benefiting local non-profit and charitable organizations. For more information: (800)301-6695 or http://www.sturgeonbay.net/

Sept. 2nd -- Sister Bay Marina Fest
Water ski show by the Waterboard Warriors, live entertainment, food and beverages, fireworks & more! Info: 920-854-2812 or http://www.sisterbaytourism.com/.

Sept. 2nd -- YMCA Labor Day Weekend 5k Run
A fun day for the entire family. 5K run and children's race! Lots of terrific door prizes too! 920-868-3660.

Sept. 3rd -- Newport Wilderness Days
A day of hikes and programs to celebrate Wisconsin's only formally designated wilderness state park.
920-854-2500.

Sept. 9th -- Fourth Annual Corn Festival
Great food, live music, many activities including Antique Road Show-Door County Style. Pie & corn eating contests, tug of war and much more. Event at Schopf's Hilltop Dairy in Carlsville on County I. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Info: http://www.sunshinehouseinc.org/

Sept. 9th & 10th – Twenty-seventh Annual Door County Century Ride
Bike routes 30-100 miles. Advanced registration only. 715-276-2320 or http://www.doorcountycentury.com/

Sept. 16th – Twenty-sixth Annual Baileys Harbor Autumn Fest & Antique Car Show
Antique and collector auto show, arts & crafts, entertainment, food, and beverages. Info: 920-839-2366 or http://www.baileysharbor.com/

Sept. 16th -- Old World Craft Market Day
Local artists' handcrafted spun, woven, felted, knitted, crocheted, carved and pottery creations on Jefferson Street in Sturgeon Bay. Wander our charming street, and watch how these old world crafts are created. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. 920-743-3172.

Sept. 22nd - 24th -- Second Annual Ephraim's Musical Equinox
Door County's finest musicians fill downtown Ephraim with live acoustic music, from north to south. 920-854-4989 or http://www.ephraim-doorcounty.com/

Sept. 23rd – Quilt Show
The Peninsula Piecemakers Quilting Guild will be holding their biannual quilt show on Saturday, at the United Methodist Church, 836 Michigan Street. Hours are from 10 A.M. to 4 P.M. No admission fee, refreshments will be served. For more information contact Marianne Szantor at (920)743-3976 or at msz114@yahoo.com

Sept. 23rd – Harvest Festival
A citywide celebration of autumn's bounty: featuring an art & craft show, food booths, music and entertainment, plus hayrides and children's activities. For more information: (800)301-6695 or http://www.sturgeonbay.net/

Sept. 24th -- Second Annual Door County Spoke Out
Ride the rails of the Ahnapee State Trail, 10 & 25 mile fun rides, or the roads of Door County 30 & 75 miles - out and back along Lake Michigan as far as Cave Point County Park. Food, refreshments, door prizes from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Registration between 7:30 & 10:30 a.m. day of event in Maplewood.
Info: http://www.doorcountyfamilycenters.com/

Sept. 30th -- Orchard Country's Fall Harvest Celebration
Live music, children's activities, great door prizes, pick your own apples, free winery tours and tastings all day long. 920-868-3479 or http://www.orchardcountry.com/

Sept. 30th -- Second Annual "Highway to HELP" Ride
Motorcyclists make an approx. 60-mile loop touring Door County during its Fall Color Splendor to benefit HELP of Door County! Raffle & food, rain or shine. Registration starts at 9 a.m. and the Ride starts at 11 a.m., leaving from Sawyer Park, Sturgeon Bay. 920-743-8785 or help@helpofdoorcounty.org

Sept. 30th & Oct. 1st -- Fish Creek Inside/Outside Sale
Great bargains all over the town at fabulous end of season savings. 920-868-2316 or http://www.fishcreek.info/

October 2006

Oct. 5th - 8th -- Eighth Annual Amish Quilt Show & Sale
Sister Bay Village Hall from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. daily. 920-823-2288 or jarosh@dcwis.com.

Oct. 7th -- Fifth Annual Spooktacular Hike - Peninsula State Park
Self-guided hike starting at 5 p.m. Last hike at 7:20 p.m. Frightful fun along a one-mile candlelit trail. Ghoulish not gory fun for all ages. Refreshments. Donations will be appreciated. State Park Vehicle Sticker required. Info: 920-868-3258.

Oct. 7th – Run Wild 2006
Potawatomi State Park – Sturgeon Bay. 10K Run, 3-mile run/walk, 1/3 mile Smokey Bear run or a 2/3 mile Park Ranger Run. Registration at 8a.m.; run starts at 10am. Refreshments, door prizes and trophies. Info: 920-743-6866, http://www.runwild.org/ or Email potparkrun@yahoo.com

Oct. 7th & 8th -- Pumpkin Patch Festival in Egg Harbor
Family fun all weekend, children's activities, outdoor entertainment, food and refreshments, silent auction on Sunday and scarecrow/pumpkin displays throughout the village. Festivities in Harbor View Park and at the north and south end of Egg Harbor. Info: 920-868-3717 or http://www.eggharbordoorcounty.com/

Oct. 7th – 8th -- Cider Pressing Party & Fall Festival - Washington Island
Many activities at the Farm Museum with games for children. Horse-drawn wagon rides. Bring your own apples and press them on the antique press to make cider. The fun starts at 10 a.m. 920-847-2179 or http://www.washingtonislandchamber.com/

Oct. 7th -8th – Thirty-third Annual Townline Art Fair
Display and sale of visual art and fine crafts in Ephraim. More than 80 professional artists from the Midwest. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. 920-854-4343.

Oct. 13th -15th -- Sixty-first Annual Sister Bay Fall Festival
Children's activities, parade on Saturday, 5 & 10 mile run on Sunday, food booths, arts & crafts, helicopter rides, live entertainment, fireworks, Ping Pong ball drop, and much more! Info: 920-854-2812; arts & crafts info: 920-854-2447; run info: 920-839-9164.

Oct. 15th -- Thirtieth Annual Fall Classic Run - Sister Bay
Indoor Registration and Concessions at the Teresa Hilander Community Ice Rink. 10, 5 & 4 mile walk and 1/2 mile –Junior fall classic run for kids 4-10. Registration from 8:30-9:45 a.m. 920-839-9164.

Oct. 31st -- Halloween Happenings
Details for countywide children's activities will be posted on http://www.doorcounty.com/.

November 2006

Nov. 3rd -- Eleventh Annual Sons of Norway Lutefisk & Meatball Dinner
Dinner at Bay View Lutheran Church in Sturgeon Bay. Reservations required. Serving at 5:30 p.m. 920-743-7975.

Nov. 17th - 19th – Christmas by the Bay
The yuletide season starts off with a bang the weekend prior to Thanksgiving with a parade, tree lighting and brunch with Santa. For more information: (800)301-6695 or http://www.sturgeonbay.net/

Nov. 19th -- YMCA Folk Art & Crafts Fair - Sturgeon Bay
A wonderful place to Christmas shop featuring products from top area artists and crafters. Truly a holiday treat! Proceeds benefit the YMCA Youth In Government program. 920-743-4949.

Nov. 23rd -- Thanksgiving Day Parade
This casual fun parade is an annual event on Hwy 57 in Jacksonport at noon. See it twice; coming & going!

Nov. 24th & 25th -- 14th Annual Egg Harbor Holly Days
Horse-drawn wagon rides, breakfast with Santa, children's scavenger hunt, tree lighting ceremony. All weekend enjoy special sales and hospitality throughout the village. Info: http://www.eggharbordoorcounty.com/

Nov. 24th – 25th -- Art & Craft Fair - Sister Bay
A holiday art fair will be held at the Sister Bay Village hall from 10am-5pm. Food & Beverage booths will be available. 920-854-5027.

December 2006

"A Renaissance Christmas"
Unique and special holiday entertainment presented by Midsummer's Music Festival. Two special concerts will feature music played on period instruments. Audiences will be called upon to participate in these joyous events. Dates & Locations TBA. Info: 920-854-7088 or http://www.midsummersmusic.com/

Dec. 2nd -- Angel Ball - Sturgeon Bay
Benefit for scholarship fund. Dinner, dance, and raffle. Everyone welcome. 920-746-1071 or 868-1767.

Dec. 2nd -- Christmas in the Village of Ephraim
Shops, galleries and country inns are festively aglow for the holidays. Tour decorated inns and shop for special gifts, then relax at one of our cozy inns.

Dec. 2nd -- Ephraim Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony
Tree lighting at the Ephraim Wetlands Park at 4 p.m.

Dec. 2nd -- Christmas Tree Lighting - Baileys Harbor
Tree lighting will be at the Marina.Details at http://www.baileysharbor.com/.

Dec. 2nd -- Door Cancer Holiday Homes
Tour five homes in Sturgeon Bay from 11 a.m- 4 p.m. Tickets available Nov. 1st. 920-743-8492 or 920-823-2433.

Dec. 31st -- New Year's Eve Candlelight Ride at Kurtz Corral - Egg Harbor
Fun filled, two-hour ride throughout the woods of Door County. After the ride, enjoy a cup of hot cider or some wine and champagne around the fireplace. Ride leaves at 4 p.m. Reservations required. 920-743-6742.

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