Mondays
Intermediate Yoga with Liz Heller
Open Game Group: American Mahjong
Tuesdays
Restorative Yoga with Kathy Navis of Junction Center Yoga
Wednesdays
Introductory Yoga with Kathy Navis of Junction Center Yoga
Thursdays
Finding Your Center Beginning Movement + Yoga Class with Elizabeth Clark
Saturdays
Advanced Yoga with Kathy Navis of Junction Center Yoga
Ongoing Programs
Beginning Art Classes for Adults
In Person Between the Pages Book Club – Fourth Thursday of the Month
Storytime: Read to Therapy Dogs Nellie Bly and Alfie! – Second and Fourth Fridays of the Month
Door County Reads Hosts Griffon String Quartet – 10:30 am | Free Join Door County Reads for a free concert, offered both in person and virtually. Program: Four Encores for Stan – John Harbison Phantasy Quartet – Dave Utzinger — Intermission — String Quartet No. 12 in F major, Op. 96 “American” – Antonín Dvořák…
Heart Shaped Bird Seed Ornaments for Valentine’s Day All month long we will be making kid-friendly bird seed treats in the Maker Space. Come on out any time in the month of February to join in the crafting fun!
Visit the mini museum in the History Room on Saturdays from 10am – 1pm. This is a great way to explore some rich, Egg Harbor history that you may not find anywhere else. This is a self-guided exhibit.
Join us for the opening of “A Sense of Place – Two Artists’ Vision of the Door County Land Trust.” 4 – 7 PM with an artist talk at 5:30 PM About the Exhibit: The Egg Harbor Public Arts Initiative and The Kress Pavilion are pleased will be featuring scenes of the Door County Land…
February Fest: A Chamber Music Series The Kress Pavilion, Egg Harbor, WI February 6, 13, & 20, 2022 at 2:00pm Programming: Sunday, February 6, 2022 Thomas Kluge, violin Christi Zuniga, piano Sunday, February 13, 2022 Terry Everson, trumpet Peter Everson, trumpet Colin Welford, piano Sunday, February 20, 2022 Jonathan Bass, piano Tickets & Pricing: ON…
Northern Door Presents For the Love of Love: A Cabaret 7:30 PM | Free, Donations Welcomed Wine will be served for those 21 & Over Featuring Owen Albado, Zephyr Ciesar, Brandon Bogenschulz, and Logan Thomas Pianist: Kate Hussey Please RSVP to reserve your seat at www.northerndoorpride.com/events
Pub Trivia Series – Doors Open at 6:30pm | $20/Team | Register Your Team at doorcountytrivia@gmail.com Gather a team of 1-6 people at the Kress Pavilion for a night of trivia. Doors open at 6:30pm with trivia starting promptly at 7pm. Register your team by emailing doorcountytrivia@gmail.com. $20/team, goes to the Friends of the Kress.…
Make and Take-Resin Sparkle Heart Pin Resin Art is a fun new way to express yourself. Learn how to do this trendy craft and make your own sparkle heart pin. All Registration is required. Call Jeanine to sign up: (920) 868-2664
Friday Feb 11 from 9am – 2pm in the Great Hall-Donate Blood The American Red Cross is facing a national blood crisis – its worst blood shortage in over a decade, posing a concerning risk to patient care. Doctors have been forced to make difficult decisions about who receives blood transfusions and who will need…
Free Tax Preparation from AARP Tax-Aide AARP Foundation Tax-Aide provides tax assistance to anyone free of charge with a focus on taxpayers who are over 50 and have low-to-moderate income. Tax-Aide volunteers are trained and IRS-certified every year to make sure they know about and understand the latest changes and additions to the tax code.…
Hygge: Get Cozy the Danish Way! All month long in January Hygge (pronounced hue-gah) is Danish for cozy, warm or homey. It is also a national pastime in Denmark, one that is expressed in homespun pleasures involving candlelight, knitted socks, coffee, cookies, family, and friends. It’s a good way to cope with long, dark winters…
The Climate Change Coalition of Door County presents Soil Heath and the Benefits of Regenerative Agriculture on Thursday, January 13th at 7:00 pm at the Kress Pavilion. Join us for a panel discussion with local farmers and Q&A session followed by a networking opportunity. The program is free and open to the public with a live stream option available…
DIY Personalized Luggage Tag with CriCut Get ready for an adventure and create custom luggage tags with our CriCut machine. No sign up necessary. Contact: Jeanine, 920.868.2664
Join us at the Kress Pavilion for American Mahjong on Mondays. Basic knowledge of the game is required to participate in this game group. No need to sign up! Just come to the Kress Pavilion around 1pm to play with others.
Scrabble Competition January 25th from 5-7:30pm Fun and Friendly Competition open to ages 12 and up. Registration required at https://forms.gle/GqAFwUE9Zii3MtKF6 or call Jeanine, 920.868.2664 Each player will play two games. Each game lasting 54 minutes. Start time for game one is 5:00 pm sharp. There will be a complimentary pizza dinner at 6:00. Game two…
Join us on Tuesdays at 4:00pm for a FREE movie. Complementary popcorn — bring your own non-alcoholic beverage. Click the links to learn more about the movies, or visit doorcountylibrary.org/event for movie titles Feb 1: (2019, NR, 40 min) Feb 8: (2021, R, 1h57min, Drama, Historical Film) Feb 15: (2021, PG, 1h36min, Comedy, Family, Romance)…
1-3pm in the Great HallWeekly on Wednesdays starting on September 15th, 2021. Open to all musicians and musical instruments, this is an acoustic jam open to all levels of ability. This jam will foster community wherein new musicians can learn from the talented players and gain confidence. The advanced players can demonstrate their learned talents…
Fun for all ages! Join us in the Great Hall for Bingo, hosted by the Egg Harbor Historical Society. All proceeds fund their efforts to repair the book mobile! Doors open at 9am, first game starts at 10am. Play 13 games including two bonus games in final blackout jackpot. 13 Game packets: •…
Join Jeanine at the Egg Harbor Library in a group book discussion. The meetings will all be held in person moving forward. Download for audio book or eBook via Hoopla for free. Participants and listeners are welcome. Upcoming books to be discussed – January 27th Wintering: The Power of Rest and Retreat in Difficult Times by Katherine May …
MONDAYS @ 9AM – Intermediate Yoga $15 walk-in | $12 for students | $60 for 5 class pass | $100 for 10 class pass. Visit kresspavilion.org/yoga for details and to sign-up. ABOUT THE INSTRUCTOR Liz Heller has been in the fitness industry for 40 years and loves teaching! She won Outstanding Fitness Director at the YMCA’s…
Make & Take Holiday Gifts Make a last-minute gift for someone special or even for yourself in the Maker Space. We will be pulling out the Cricut, Big Shot, Fused Glass kiln and more. Please call and make a reservation for a time slot. Contact: Jeanine, 920.868.2664
Dance the Stories – Monday, Dec. 27th at 2pm Join us for Holiday Stories, an intergenerational dance class. Child and parent or grandparent will explore seasonal stories through dance. We will highlight holiday favorites with an excerpt from the Nutcracker and incorporate ballet, modern Contemporary, and jazz. The class will provide lots of opportunities for…
Join our Events & Marketing Team! The Donald and Carol Kress Pavilion is a library community center located in the Village of Egg Harbor, WI. Opened in 2018, Kress Pavilion offers events space for 10 to 150 guests. The facility hosts corporate team building events, nonprofit fundraisers, hands on workshops and programs in conjunction with…
Join our Events & Marketing Team! The Donald and Carol Kress Pavilion is a library community center located in the Village of Egg Harbor, WI. Opened in 2018, Kress Pavilion offers events space for 10 to 150 guests. The facility hosts corporate team building events, nonprofit fundraisers, hands on workshops and programs in conjunction with…
Friday, November 5th from 9am-2pm in the Great Hall Did you know one blood donation can save up to 3 lives? The American Red Cross needs your help! In honor of the new series, I Know What You Did Last Summer, come to give blood, platelets or plasma between Nov. 1-12 to automatically be entered…
Forget long waits with Holiday shopping — make your very own gift right here at the Kress! Presented by the Friends of the Pavilion, join us for a series of art classes for adults who “Can’t Draw.” Taught by Liz Heller, a UW-Whitewater graduate with a degree in art education and recipient of the Outstanding…
Join the Egg Harbor Historical Society in the Great Hall for History Hour! Come learn about the history of the community we all love so dearly. Hosted monthly, the folks with the EHHS will be telling stories that give you a glimpse into Egg Harbor’s past. Topics*: November 26th – “Egg Harbor, the Way…
Join NWTC in a Learning in Retirement event all about Lionel Trains! Lionel and the wider world of O-gauge model/toy trains is enjoying another golden age. Here is an opportunity to explore a modern Lionel display-style layout from its conception to its current state of operation. The Calumet Champaign & Egg Harbor Railway is a…
11/27/21 from 11am to 2pm — FREE! Visit with Santa before his busy Christmas season begins. Don’t forget your camera! For more details, visit eggharbordoorcounty.org/events/holly-days
11/17/21 at 1pm Virtual: Talking Turkeys and all the Fixings. Back for a second year! Meet Kathy Navis owner of Greens and Grains as she discusses preparing for an organic Thanksgiving. In this popular event, she will be talking free range turkeys, seasonal produce and other clean ingredients. Zoom details can be found on DoorCountyLibrary.org.…
10/12/21 at 5:15pm Creating new relationships for single women in Door County! Bring your own refreshments. Contact: Jess, 920.868.3334 ext.3
Join us on Facebook Live as therapy dog, Nellie Bly and her owner, Maggie read aloud books in front of the fireplace at Egg Harbor Library. Nellie Bly will be joined by her new assistant, Alfie. The programs will be broadcast live on the Door County Library Facebook page and shared to the Donald and…
Intermediate Yoga at 9am Weekly on Mondays in the Great Hall or on the Kress porch, weather permitting. $15 for a drop-in | $12 for students | $60 for 5 class pass | $100 for 10 class pass | Walk-ins are welcome Click here to sign up for a class or purchase a pass –…
Weekly in the Great Hall or on the Kress porch, weather permitting. TUESDAYS: Restorative Yoga at 10am WEDNESDAYS: Introductory Level 1 Yoga at 9am SATURDAYS: Advanced Level 2 Yoga at 9am ________________________________________________________________ This is a co-ed yoga class hosted by Kathy Navis of Junction Center Yoga where all level of students are welcome! There is…
MONDAYS @ 9AM – Intermediate Yoga $15 walk-in | $12 for students | $60 for 5 class pass | $100 for 10 class pass. Visit kresspavilion.org/yoga for details and to sign-up. TUESDAYS @ 10AM – Restorative Yoga Donations only paid to Junction Center Yoga, visit kresspavilion.org/junction-center-yoga for details. No sign up necessary. WEDNESDAYS…
Finding Your Center* Beginner Movement + Yoga Class at 9am Weekly on Thursdays in the Great Hall or on the Kress porch, weather permitting. $15 for a drop-in | $12 for students | $60 for 5 class pass | $100 for 10 class pass | Walk-ins are welcome Click here to sign up for…
Saturday 10/9/21 from 9am-4pm Stop by the book sale during Pumpkin Patch Fest and pick up a few books to read for the winter! You can’t beat these prices: 50 cents for paperback and $1 for hardbacks. You really can’t afford to NOT go! Admire the beautiful autumn view of Egg Harbor from the Kress…
9/11/21 from 10am to 1pm During Library hours on Saturday, September 11th, 2021. To commemorate the 20th anniversary of 9/11, the presentation curated by 9/11 Memorial and Museum, September 11, 2001: The Day That Changed the World, will be shown on all screens at the Egg Harbor Library. Contact: Jeanine, 920.868.2664
8/11/21 at 2pm Join Door County Author, Judy DuCharme, as she shares her research, local history and the love of writing. Books will be available for signing and purchase. Contact: Jeanine, 920.868.2664
8/18/21 at 2pm – Masks Required. Local Author, Martha Egan proudly debuts her new book, Relicarios: The Forgotten Jewels of Latin America. Join Martha as she presents her research into this historic art form. Contact: Jeanine, 920.868.2664
8/25/21 at 7pm – FREE ADMISSION! Arrive early, limited capacity. Featured artists: Cellist Natalie Haas, from Boston Hardanger fiddler and guitarist Vidar Skrede, from Norway Contact: Jess, 920.868.3334 ext.3
Let’s Explore Dance an Intergenerational Dance Class in the Great Hall Five week session on Tuesdays, August 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 Join us for Let’s Explore Dance, an intergenerational dance class. Child and parent or grandparent will explore stories through dance and incorporate ballet, modern Contemporary, and jazz. The class will provide lots of…
Join us for a free concert on the lawn with harp and guitar duo, The Stapletons! The Stapletons are a musical harp and guitar duo whose performances include storytelling and song. This summer, they are debuting a Great Lakes themed performance called The Inner Seas which encompasses the history, geography, and ecology of the Great…
The public is invited to the opening reception of “Expressions in Metal: Sculptures by Richard Edelman” on June 17th from 4-7 pm with Artist Richard Edelman speaking about his work, philosophy, and process at 5:30 p.m. (Free) For those who wish to attend virtually, tune into Facebook.com/PAI.of.EH.WI. Richard Edelman is a Milwaukee artist who has sculptures…
On June 9 at 7 PM, join Door County Environmental Council for a virtual, Zoom event. Are we reaching a tipping point between overtourism and over development and the quality of the air, land, and water of Door County? The Door County Environmental Council is hosting a virtual panel discussion addressing these concerns. Guest panelists…
06/25/2021 at 11am. Art/Speaks is a free writing lab open to the public. It is an ekphratic form of writing, that is writing in response to a piece of art. The writing can be a literary description or a commentary. It will be in reflection on the Kress’s current exhibit, “Expressions in Metal” The lab…
It’s electric! Did you know that Egg Harbor Library has two electric vehicle (EV) charging stations? EV’s and hybrids have become very popular in the past year. We’ll go over the basic types, how to purchase one and the future of electric vehicles. We’ll be joined by Egg Harbor resident, William Freyman who will share…
All activities will be COVID-safe. Masks required. Zoom information for Thursday’s event: Join meeting online – https://villageofeggharbor.zoom.us/j/97733644963 Meeting ID: 977 3364 4963 Join meeting by calling in (NOT RECOMMENDED – AUDIO ONLY) – (312) 626-6799 Meeting ID: 977 3364 4963# Or, watch on Facebook Live! – www.facebook.com/kresspavilion April 22nd, 2020 was the 50th Anniversary of…
Karen Newbern, Master Gardener and Nursery Manager of Door Landscape & Nursery, will present ways to attract a variety of birds to your yard. Learn how you can use “birdscaping” to make your yard a desirable haven for our feathered friends. Watch on Zoom or Facebook Live! Contact: Jeanine, 920-868-2664 Click here to watch the…
In 2018, with the help of Village donated tax payer funds and over 5 million dollars in private donations, the Kress Pavilion opened its doors. The building is home to the Village’s Community Center, Egg Harbor library and Egg Harbor Historical Society. Since it opened, the Kress Pavilion has welcomed over 126,000 patrons, hosted more…
The Village of Egg Harbor’s Public Arts Initiative is excited to announce a liminal art exhibition featuring local and regional artists, and more than a few first-time artists, on display at the Kress Pavilion starting March 15 through Memorial Day 2021. “Between the Cracks,” features 14 pieces, and came out of a 2021 winter challenge…
In 2018, with the help of Village donated tax payer funds and over 5 million dollars in private donations, the Kress Pavilion opened its doors. The building is home to the Village’s Community Center, Egg Harbor library and Egg Harbor Historical Society. Since it opened, the Kress Pavilion has welcomed over 126,000 patrons, hosted more…
Dance the Stories and Intergenational Dance Class in the Great Hall Four week session: March 2, 9 and April 13, 20 at 4pm Join us for Dance the Stories, an intergenerational dance class. Child and parent or grandparent will explore stories through dance and incorporate ballet, modern Contemporary and jazz. The class will provide lots…
Join us as we discover the joys of watercolor painting. Door County Artist, Kari Anderson discusses her journey as a professional watercolor artist. Kari Anderson will give us tips on how to paint with watercolors. The library has all the resources you need to give it a try. Basic supplies along with a watercolor project…
Join us for a virtual event all about invasive species education! This four-part series will take place seasonally, with our first event focusing around winter identification, treatment, and removal of invasive species. Door County Conservationist and DCIST Coordinator, Samantha Koyen, and Egg Harbor Sustainability Coordinator, Lydia Semo, will be leading this presentation. Watch on Zoom…
Why buy Valentine’s Day cards when you can make them for free at the library? This program will demonstrate all the card making techniques that you can do in the Egg Harbor Maker Space. Join Zoom Meeting Online: https://villageofeggharbor.zoom.us/j/95571218703 Join via Facebook Live http://facebook.com/kresspavilion 02/03/2021 at 2pm
Master Gardener, Sue Kunz, will lead you on a winter tour of the magical Garden Door. The Garden Door has been around for 15 years. A UW-Extension facility, it’s located at the University of Wisconsin Peninsular Agricultural Research Station. The garden is designed and maintained by members of the Door County Master Gardeners Association. …
Think you have what it takes to be the best speller in Door County? Come to our virtual Spelling Bee and find out. Friends, family members, and those that just want to see how they measure up are encouraged to attend and cheer for their favorite contestant. There will be prizes for all who enter.…
As we enter this winter of unknowns and isolation for many, this time in history can be seen as gift as much as struggle. Within this liminal, in-between space lies dormant a great potential for creative exploration. If the words or feelings of falling “Between the Cracks” speaks to you, we invite you to take…
Between the Pages Book Club. All details and upcoming books to be discussed can be viewed at kresspavilion.org/book-club Join Jeanine in an online book discussion. Download for audio or eBook via Hoopla for free. Participants and listeners are welcome. Past Books: 2021 The Glass Hotel or Station Eleven (Big Read) by Emily St. John The Vanishing…
Presented by the Friends of the Pavilion, join us for a series of art classes for adults who “Can’t Draw.” Taught by Liz Heller, a UW-Whitewater graduate with a degree in art education and recipient of the Outstanding Alumni award. Her art can be seen at the downtown Egg Harbor Plum Bottom Gallery. Landscape Painting…
Want to learn how to sew? The Egg Harbor Library has two Brothers machines to use in the makerspace. This program will introduce you to the sewing machines and how to access them. Visit our DoorCountyLibrary.org calendar for Zoom details and watch on Facebook live. 1/20/2020 at 2pm on Facebook Live / Zoom
Start your first sewing project using Creative Bug. With a library card and email address, you can start taking sewing classes! Learn how to sign-up to use the sewing machines in the makerspace. This zoom program will get you started on your sewing journey. Visit our DoorCountyLibrary.org calendar for Zoom details and watch on Facebook…
Letters to Santa can be dropped off at the Egg Harbor Library. Santa’s mailbox will be in the vestibule from Nov. 27th to December 16th. Please include your mailing address to get a letter back from Santa! 11/27/2020 to 12/16/2020
Homemade Holiday Gifts. Join us on Zoom as we discover holiday gifts you can make. The Makerspace’s new metal stamping kit will be highlighted. Makerspace appointments will be available in December. Call Egg Harbor Library to make an appointment. Visit our DoorCountyLibrary.org calendar for Zoom details and watch on Facebook live. 12/02/2020 at 2pm…
Discover Creativebug With a library card and email address, you can start taking crafting classes, free anytime, anywhere! Whether you’re a first-time or lifelong crafter, Creativebug has something for you! This zoom program will get you started on your crafting journey. A tour and tips will be featured. Visit our DoorCountyLibrary.org calendar for Zoom details…
Thursday, December 3rd at 1:00pm in the Great Hall. Paint a gift for your loved one this holiday season! Join us in the Great Hall for distanced, masked Landscape Painting for Beginners with Liz Heller. Students are encouraged to bring a landscape that they would like to paint, or we will have plenty of photos…
Dia de los Muertos Exhibit in Egg Harbor October 30 Mi Casa Door County to Host Pop Up Day of the Dead Photography Exhibit at Kress Pavilion In celebration of the Mexican holiday, Mi Casa Door County will exhibit 16 x 20 black and white photos shot on 3rd avenue in Sturgeon Bay and featuring…
This is an old-school recipe swap with a twist of virtual. The team at the Egg Harbor Library and guests from the Savory Spoon Cooking School will be sharing old family recipes and cookbooks that give them inspiration. View our digital cookbook of the recipes shared here. View our live program video below! Video: Cookbook…
Join Kaaren and the crew from Main Street Market as we prep for a traditional Thanksgiving meal. This virtual event will give you tips on creating the perfect holiday meal. This was a virtual event, view the video below! Video: Planning the perfect Thanksgiving with Main Street Market
Most of the flowers are gone and those that remain are fading. So this class will focus on gathering roots and barks to use during the coming winter. We’ll also take a look at the world of fungi, so active at this time of year. It’s hard to believe that winter is near! This was…
Learn how to use a metal detector, where to search and how to find an object. This was a Zoom and Facebook live event. See video below. Video – Get Close to Nature as a Detectorist
Learn how to collect and use common natural products (plants, flowers, bark) to make your own fabric dye. Create a unique, natural pattern and learn how you can get material to create one for yourself. Click below to view the live program video! Video: Natural Dye Program
Visit the artist group’s website Showcases: Old Maid Revisited and Exotic Pollinators “Unlike past Old Maid decks, which included very simple themes like Tired Tom or Silly Sara, the goal was to tap into actual occupations, even if they were unusual, uncommon, or illegal.” “A wild and wooly challenge to depict any method of pollination, from boy scout…
The building and Library will be closed all day on Thursday, October 8th and again on Friday, October 9th. There will be NO WiFi access onsite. This is the last phase of a new generator install courtesy of a very generous donor.
Thursday, September 24th, 2020 9am-2pm Did you know one blood donation can save up to 3 lives? The American Red Cross needs your help! They are taking special precautions to ensure the health and safety of donors and staff. Extra sanitation and social distancing are being practiced at their blood drives with advance testing. Advance…
Egg Harbor Historical Society’s “Page-a-Day to Keep the Doctor Away” Program Kress Pavilion is lucky to be the home to the Egg Harbor Historical Society. In lieu of our in-person History Hour Program, the group has decided to share their forthcoming book, “The Leathem D. Smith Shipyard Company; WWII and Sturgeon Bay.” The book commemorates…
Electric bikes are a new and promising alternative form of biking. Meet Stretch from Nor Door Sports and Cyclery as he gives us an overview of eBikes and tells us about the options that are out there. Visit our DoorCountyLibrary.org calendar for Zoom details and watch on Facebook live. 9/10/2020 at 2pm via Facebook…
Check out how to fly a hobby drone. A Zoom discussion on hobby drones will feature common questions, answers and show and tell. We will be hearing from a certified FAA Drone pilot and hobbyist, Jeff Lutsey. Visit our DoorCountyLibrary.org calendar for Zoom details and watch on Facebook live. 9/24/2020 at 2pm via Facebook…
Watch therapy dog, Nellie Bly and her owner, Maggie read aloud from picture books in the Children’s room at Egg Harbor Library. Our virtual read-aloud stories are inside the Library’s Facebook group. 9/15/2020 at 11am via Facebook Live / Zoom
Together with the American Library Association, the Door County Library promotes the freedom to read with Banned Books Week. Banned and challenged books will be on display. Top 10 Most Challenged Books of 2019 11 Challenged and Banned Books _______________________________________________________________________________________________________ Join the Banned Books Week Coalition at 1:00 p.m. EDT on Wednesday, April 22, for…
COST: Walk-ins are always welcome – $15 for a one class drop-in | $12 for students Class Passes Available – 5 classes for $60 | 10 classes for $100 Important COVID-19 procedures for both Monday & Thursday classes: Please bring your own mat & props Wear your mask if you are not vaccinated We…
Join us in this virtual program to learn how we, as a community, have the choice to support sustainable measures. Members of the Green Tier Task Force will discuss the importance of sustainability in Egg Harbor, which can be expanded to other communities, as well. The group will cover the positive environmental and economic impacts…
Four week Intergenerational Dance Class August 4, 11, 18, 25 Join us for Dance the Stories, an intergenerational dance class. Child and parent or grandparent will explore stories through dance and incorporate ballet, modern contemporary and jazz. The class will provide lots of opportunity for fun adult-child interaction, with a creative foundation. The class is…
Tuesday, August 4th at 2pm. Join Jeanine and Jess as they share their favorite travel videos, eBooks and podcasts all available on hoopla. This is a Facebook Live/Zoom event. Join us on Facebook Live or follow the Zoom link on the Door County Library’s website
Tuesday, August 11th at 2pm. Join guide Dana Wangerin as he takes you on a paddling journey into the Boundary Waters on a canoe, a grand and classic adventure through beautiful country. This was a Facebook Live/Zoom event. Build your own Boundary Waters adventure!
Tuesday, August 18th at 2pm. Off the beaten path and on the road less traveled, join us to learn some helpful tools that will make your future trip a unique experience. Find strange facts about sites from all over the world to plan your adventure or travel from the comfort of your home. This was…
Tuesday, August 25th at 2pm. Traveling the world with no money sounds like a distant dream, an impossible dream. But it is possible, and you can do it responsibly without breaking the bank. After retiring in 2012, that is what Jeanine Brennan decided to do. Listen to her tips on traveling for free. This was…
By: Dylan Lennie (Thu July 2, 2020) Here are some ways that you can be more sustainable in your daily life! This short list is not meant to be overwhelming or the end all be all, but is simply meant to show the average person how possible it is to be more environmentally conscious in…
Are you missing our favorite story-telling pup? Door County Library’s Story Time Facebook Group shared a video with Nelly Bly just for you! To see the video, you first have to join the group at facebook.com/groups/VirtualLibraryStoryTime
Thursday, June 4th at 2pm Join Interim Branch Manager, Jeanine Brennan on her journey and involvement in the project piloted to collect plasma which may be rich in antibodies being used in the treatment or prevention of COVID-19 disease in others. This was a Zoom & Facebook live event. The COVID Journey from Diagnosis to…
Tuesday, June 9th at 2pm Shannon Pump, a seasoned naturalist and fungi educator based in Sister Bay, will walk through edible mushroom species starting with the well-known Spring Morels then on to Oysters, Lobsters, and Chicken of the woods. She will also be covering the summer species Chanterelles, Hericium, Black Trumpets, and her favorite fall…
Thursday, June 11th at 2pm Join herbalist David LaLuzerne to talk about vitamin and mineral supplements and what they do for your health and where to source them. This class will cover the facts and the misunderstandings about vitamin and mineral supplementation. This was a Zoom & Facebook live event. Using Vitamin & Mineral Supplements
Thursday, June 18th at 2pm Drawn to where water meets the sky, Wisconsin artist and long-time Door County resident, Joseph Kaftan will share images of his work and stories of his inspiration. Learn about his process to create these beautiful pieces of glass art work. This was a Zoom & Facebook live event. Glass Mosaics with…
Monday, June 29th at 2pm Jess, Kress Building Manager and Jeanine, Interim Branch Manager, will discuss their favorite movies and TV shows seen on Hoopla this month. Join in the virtual zoom discussion and leave with many recommendations. This was a Zoom & Facebook live event. At the Movies: Reviews, Critics, Shows
Starting Monday, June 1st libraries across the county will open for pickup service, as part of Phase 1 of the gradual expansion of library service. Each branch will have different hours for calling in orders, picking up items, and returning materials that were previously checked out. “We are excited to get back to work inside…
Yoga at Home with Liz Typically we have this class at the Kress on Monday Mornings. We are going to try to upload one per week for Liz’s students. About Liz: Liz Heller has been in the fitness industry for 40 years and loves teaching! She won Outstanding Fitness Director at the YMCA’s five state…
Wednesday, May 13 at 2pm Need help with dog training? Consider getting help from the library’s digital resources. The zoom virtual presentation will start out with a short film and an overview of what Hoopla Digital has to offer in this area. We will conclude with a Pet Meet and Greet and questions. You can…
On Thursday, May 14 patrons joined Jeanine virtually on the Door County Library and Kress Pavilion’s Facebook pages to learn how to get the most out of your RB Digital subscription and gain access to the World’s largest library digital newsstand. Guests attended this event virtually on Zoom and watched on the Door County Library’s…
Monday, May 18 at 2pm Egg Harbor Library Presents at the Movies: Reviews, Critics, Shows. Jess, Kress Building Manager and Jeanine, Interim Branch Manager, will discuss their favorite movies and TV shows seen on Hoopla during the quarantine. Join in the virtual zoom discussion and leave with many recommendations. You can attend virtually on Zoom…
Thursday, May 21 at 2pm Join Wildwood Gourmet Mushrooms for a farm tour virtually on the Door County Library and Kress Pavilion’s Facebook pages to learn all about mushrooms. You can attend virtually on Zoom or watch on the Door County Library’s and Kress Pavilion’s Facebook Pages. Zoom Meeting Info: https://villageofeggharbor.zoom.us/j/94134565142 Meeting ID: 941 3456…
On May 7th, we were joined by the Door County Land Trust team and Dale Goodner for a virtual hike at the Sturgeon Bay Ship Canal Nature Preserve. Through photos, videos and stories you’ll learn more about the Preserve, located within the city limits of Sturgeon Bay, that is as ecologically diverse as it is…
Watch an instructional video on how to get the most of of your free Hoopla subscription during the age of #SafeAtHome. Egg Harbor’s Branch Manager, Jeanine will be sharing tips and tricks of utilizing this free library service via video.
Wednesday, April 15th. Join Jess from the Kress hosted a home “how-to” workshop all about raising feathered friends! Jess and her husband have 6 chickens and 10 ducks. She’ll teach you everything you need to know about getting started, and you’ll be feeling confident in raising your own birds. This will be a Zoom +…
On Thursday, April 16 – Jess was joined by Herbalist, David LaLuzerne for a presentation about the wealth of herbs available in your local environment. This video explored those herbs that first appear in spring. Learn how the plants that flourish in this climate can help you flourish as well. This will be a Zoom…
On Wednesday, April 22nd we were joined by Herbalist, David LaLuzerne for a presentation about the dramatic effects our environment has on our ability to stay healthy. This was a Zoom + Facebook live program. See the video below. Virtual Earth Day – Climate Change Effects on Health
On Tuesday, April 28th we were joined by award-winning maritime artist and underwater photographer, Cal Kothrade for a trip underwater. Cal will share photos of some of his favorite Great Lakes Shipwrecks and share stories of his dives. This was a Zoom & Facebook live program hosted by Kress Pavilion, Door County Library and Wisconsin Marine…
The Kress Pavilion is the perfect place to have your future special event. Before the safer-at-home order was put into place, our Events Director put together an iphone-video tour of the building. This is geared toward folks who are looking for a place to have a special event, or turn off the audio to just…
Door County Wellness Festival Assembles Diverse Lineup of over 30 Presenters Advanced Tickets Now Available Scheduled for June 4-7, the Door County Wellness festival will present a diverse line up of presenters in inspiration, nourishment and movement. Practitioners from Door County and beyond will offer four days of workshops and talks. The full festival pass,…
We are officially welcoming back our Seed Library! Join us for a fun filled evening sorting seeds for our renewed Seed Library! We’ll be organizing seeds in preparation for the Door County Library and Master Gardener’s Seed Library kick-off event on March 24th. To sign up for this workshop, visit our online portal or contact…
2:00pm. Join Jess at the Kress for a “how-to” workshop all about raising feathered friends! Jess and her husband have 6 chickens and 10 ducks. She’ll teach you everything you need to know about getting started, and you’ll leave feeling confident in raising your own birds. To sign up for this workshop, visit our online…
A workshop for people of all ages! Join us in the Maker Space for a scrapbooking workshop with Pat Storm. We will be using the Die Cutter to create fun shapes and decorations to really make your scrapbook stand out! Please, bring your own printed photos and/or any other desired materials you’d like to include.…
5:30pm. Pizza provided by Mojo Rosas! Inspired by a movie. Join us in the Great Hall to watch the film, enjoy a pizza dinner, and compete for a grand prize in our very own puzzle competition! Sign up for this event by clicking here. Contact: Jeanine, 920-868-2664
$25 per ticket. Follow this link to purchase your tickets in advance online. Tickets can also be purchased at the door. Join Fashion Forward Door County for a fashion show centered around female empowerment! Debuting the creative works of designers + stylists from Door County + beyond! Fashion Forward is proud to donate it’s proceeds…
7pm. Join us in the Great Hall for a fun evening – don’t forget your dancing shoes! Door County Folk Alliance dances are community based, alcohol free, and family friendly. (We do ask that children attending are mature enough to listen and follow instructions, and remain in the custody of a parent/guardian). Come with or…
$15 per ticket, can be purchased at door on the night of the concert. To reserve tickets, call 920-493-5979. Reservations are recommended. All ticket proceeds go to benefit the Community Gardens. DCMC Presents: Celebrate Community Concert – featuring Corky Siegel- one of the world’s greatest blues harmonica players and Chicago Jazz Diva Lynne Jordan…
10am. The Harborette’s Home Community Education Club (HHCEC) will be joining us in the Maker Space for an adult Sewing Maching 101 class! We will be making rice, bean, and herb filled heating pads. These heating pads can simply be microwaved, and used on your body for aches and sore muscles. To sign up, click…
Thank you to all who attended the first ever, 2019 Every Day is Earth Day Festival! The planning committee is working hard to figure out how to develop an online version of Every Day is Earth Day Festival. Stay tuned as we bring you more updates. April 22nd, 2020 is the 50th Anniversary of Earth…
12/05/19 at 2pm. To register, click here. Would you like to dazzle your friends and family this holiday season? Come learn how to perfectly wrap your gifts in Wrapping 101! This workshop will cover basics of gift wrapping, ribbon & bow techniques, and measuring methods. Come early to make your own wrapping paper or bring…
12/18/19 at 2pm. To sign-up, click here. Join us in the Maker Space, we’ll be highlighting another feature of our CriCut machine to make faux leather earrings! Keep them for yourself or gift them, the compliments will be endless on the earrings you created! Contact, Jeanine: (920) 868-2664
12/23/19 at 2pm. To sign up and choose your design, click here. Need something to occupy your time this Winter break? Join us in the Maker Space, we’ll be featuring the 3D Printer to create your own cookie cutter! Stick around after the 3D Printing demonstration to bake your own cookies. You can even use…
Join us as we embrace our month-long “World Travel” theme with Parador restaurant owners, Larry and Rebecca Majewski. They will be sharing highlights from their travels to Spain through pictures and stories.
The perfect way to kick off the 2019 Holiday Season, come visit with Santa in the Egg Harbor Library! Don’t forget your camera! For a full Holly Days schedule, visit eggharbordoorcounty.org/events/holly-days
“Desert Song Cycle Album Release Multimedia Concert” at the Kress Pavilion on Sunday, Nov. 17 Transport to the desert with a music inspired by the dessert accompanied by a slideshow of original works (Egg Harbor) Join the Kress Pavilion and Violinist, Beth Chafey-Hon for an afternoon of live music inspired by the desert wilderness.…
11/27/2019 – 10am to 5pm. We’re giving you the opportunity to discover the Maker Space and enjoy everything it has to offer! A “maker space” is a collaborative work space for making, learning, exploring, and sharing that uses high-tech to no-tech tools. Come visit ours! We’ll turn the stairs into a piano, give you the…
11/22/19 at 1pm. Join us in the maker space to create your own naturally dyed scarf with materials you can find right in your backyard! This craft is sure to be a statement piece to any cold weather outfit. You can take the techniques learned at this workshop and get creative with more fabric at…
Did you know one blood donation can save up to three lives? Red Cross Northern Door is hosting a blood drive in the Great Hall. For more information and to sign-up, visit redcross.org
11/13/2019 at 1pm. Are you struggling with storage space on your devices? Do you have years worth of electronic photos that you’d like to preserve? Join us with Quantum PC to learn how to gain storage and keep your memories on your device with the Cloud! Please bring along your tablets and other mobile devices.…
11am to 12pm. Learn all you need to know about Medicare with the professionals from Wisconsin Insurance Partners. Enrollment is primarily for people 65 years and older, or for those with a disability. Click here for more information about Medicare in Wisconsin, or email Elizabeth at ekostichka@gmail.com
4PM – 7PM. The Egg Harbor Public Arts Initiative announces the opening of the Lawton Gallery’s exhibition, “Museum of Natural Inspiration: Artists Explore the Richter Collection.” This exhibit is collaboration between the University of Wisconsin – Green Bay’s Lawton Gallery, the University’s Center for Biodiversity, and features artists who have created artwork inspired by the…
“Blue light” is what is given off by technology screens such as TVs, phones, and computers. Bobby Hunt III, author of “The Blue Light Diet” will talk about how blue light can either help or hurt your health. To learn more about the Blue Light Diet, visit the website. More information on the book can…
10am to 1pm. Trick-or-Treat for books! Visit the Egg Harbor Library in a costume to receive a kids book in celebration of Halloween. Click here to see which other Egg Harbor businesses are participating in the Safe Walk. Library Contact: Jeanine, 920-868-2664
Join us at 4:00pm in the Maker Space. Have you been wanting to learn more about essential oils? Do you already have oils in your home but you’re not sure how to use them? Are you interested in natural alternatives that support the well-being of you and your family? Satisfy your curiosity & questions with…
11am to 12pm. Learn all you need to know about Medicare with the professionals from Wisconsin Insurance Partners. Enrollment is primarily for people 65 years and older, or for those with a disability. Click here for more information about Medicare in Wisconsin.
Join us at 4:00pm Repair your chakras with crystal healing. Do you love crystals and gemstones? Have you heard about crystal healing, but don’t know much about it? Join us for a class all about the world, your body, and crystal healing. You will learn how this ancient practice came to be, and discuss different…
Join us every Tuesday at 4:30pm for a movie upstairs in the Great Hall. 4:30 p.m. Egg Harbor Library Tuesday Movie in the Great Hall Theater. Join us for a movie upstairs in the Great Hall. Free popcorn – bring your own beverage. October Movies October 1:( PG-13 | 2019 | Drama/Fantasy | 1:56 )…
Together with the American Library Association, the Door County Library promotes the freedom to read with Banned Books Week. Banned and challenged books will be on display. “American Library Association Names Top 11 Challenged Books of 2018.” Join us all month long in the Maker Space: use our green screen to make your own…
Ahoy! Join us in celebrating Pirate Week with a craft in the Maker Space. Be sure to brush up on your pirate terms and phrases! International Talk Like A Pirate Day is a parodic holiday created by John Baur and Mark Summers (a.k.a. Ol’ Chumbucket and Cap’n Slappy). The idea came about when Summers…
Did you know that with your library card you can access thousands of eBooks, audiobooks and videos? Join us for Downloadable Library 101 and learn how to use Hoopla Digital, Libby/Overdrive and RB Digital on your smart phone and tablet. No sign-up necessary.