Mondays
Beginning Yoga at 9 AM
Thursdays
Finding Your Center Movement Class at 9 AM
Ongoing programs –
Beginning Art Classes for Adults
Hybrid Book Club – Fourth Thursday of the Month
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 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…
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.
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…
Explore the Maker Space where you can endlessly create, invent, and learn. This month create a wallet for your library card. There will be two types to choose from: duct tape wallet or faux leather pouch.
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 – August 26th Anxious People by Fredrik Backman, Neil Smith (Translator) September 23rd Hour of the Witch by Chris Bohjalian October 28th The Midnight Library by Matt…
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…
Beginning 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 –…
Finding Your Center 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 a class or purchase a…
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…
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…
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…
Fun for all ages! Join us in the Great Hall on the fourth Thursday of the month for Bingo, hosted by the Egg Harbor Historical Society. All proceeds fund their efforts to repair the book mobile! Doors open at 6pm, first game starts at 7pm. Play 13 games including two bonus games in…
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. Tuesday Topics*: June 29th – Alpine Resort History…
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…
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…
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…
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…
Hygge is the Danish lifestyle of coziness and happiness. Stop in at the Egg Harbor Library to pick up a Hygge care package. Care packages include items for winding down, feeling cozy, and recharging your mind. Make sure to check out our hygge library display and find the perfect book to get through the cold…
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…
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…
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…
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.
Photo Preparation – Exploding Photo Box Use this time inside to reminisce and organize your photos! We are planning an exploding photo box craft in May, so get your photos ready now! If you’re having trouble figuring out where to start, check out the information below for the best ways to organize all your photos! …
Photo Preparation – Exploding Photo Box Being at home is a great opportunity to through your own childhood photos with your kids, or even show your children their own photos of when they were babies! It can be a fun learning experience for the whole family. We are planning an craft that will need your…
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…
All Month Long – now ONLINE for #SaferAtHome If you’re looking for activities to do All Month Long while you’re at home, visit the link below: kresspavilion.org/online-all-month-long
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,…
Fun for all ages! Join us in the Great Hall for Breakfast 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:…
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…
Join us in the Maker Space to create your own leather pouch, complete with a personal monogram made by our CriCut! This pouch will be perfect to hold small things like spare change, earrings, earphones, or credit cards. To sign up for this workshop, visit our online portal or contact Jeanine, 920.868.2664
Join us on Tuesdays at 4:00pm for a FREE movie upstairs in the Great Hall. Complementary popcorn — bring your own non-alcoholic beverage. Click the links to learn more about the movies, or visit doorcountylibrary.org/event This Month: March 3: (2019 | PG | 1h36min | Comedy, Family) March 10: (2019 | PG-13 | 2h11min |…
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…
Love is in the air all February long! Stop by the Maker Space to craft a unique Valentine’s Day magnet. All materials will be supplied. Preview the project here. Contact: Jeanine, 920-868-2664
Thinking of someone special that deserves a card made with love? The Maker Space has the materials to create one! You can design your own Valentine’s Day card with our Die Cutter. All materials will be supplied. Contact: Jeanine, 920-868-2664
Nobody likes burning their fingers on a hot bowl, fresh out of the microwave! Library volunteer, Marcia, will be hosting a workshop in the Maker Space to sew your own microwave bowl cozy. These cozies can be put directly in the microwave around your bowl, and won’t be hot to the touch when removed. This…
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
9:30am. Join us in the Great Hall for a fun-filled event, playing with Lionel Trains in the 21st century! Hosted by the NWTC Learning in Retirement. Visit their website to learn more.
$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…
Every Friday in January, join us in the Egg Harbor Library for Hygge Fridays (pronounced hoo-guh). We will be feauring treats from Pink Bakery, hot cider and tea, books about mindfulness, and blankets to help you really get cozy! Plus, for every Hygge Friday you are a part of, you’ll receive a raffle ticket for…
Join us all January long in the Maker Space to craft your own breakfast cereal bird feeders — creative fun for all ages! You can bend the pipe cleaner to make your feeder any shape or size. These will be a yummy and healthy snack for all the birds around your garden. Learn more about…
Happy New Year! 2pm. What better way to collect last year’s memories than a calendar? Join us in the Maker Space for a workshop using a web based program to create your very own calendar – which will be printed, bound, and ready for you to take home! Please, bring digital photos on a flash…
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…
12/04/19 at 2pm. To register for this event, click here. Are you looking to liven up your cooking with some more flavor? Join us in the Maker Space to infuse your own flavored vinegar. This creation can be used in salad, dips, sauces and dressings — AND it makes for a great gift! The Die…
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…
Bringing creativity home for the holidays! All month long, stop by the Maker Space to craft your own homemade Holiday essentials. Use recycled paper to design your own wrapping paper with stamps, markers, paint, or whatever fits your creative niche! Create unique gift tags for all your presents with our Die Cutter, it can cut…
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 in the Great Hall for a Winter Wellness regimen. With Beginning Yoga on Mondays and Finding your Center Movement Class on Wednesdays, we invite you to practice at Kress Pavilion. Monday at 9 am: Beginning Yoga with Liz This is a co-ed beginning yoga class where all level of students are welcome! You…
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.
Join us for a special edition of Bingo on Black Friday. Bingo at Kress Pavilion brings the fun for all ages. Doors open at 9 am, game starts at 10 am Play 13 games including two bonus games in final blackout jackpot. 13 Game packets: • $10 – plays 1 card per game • $15…
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.…
NEW MOVIE TIMES! Join us every Tuesday at 4:00pm for a movie upstairs in the Great Hall. Click the links below to learn more about the movies. November 5 November 12: No Movie November 19 November 26 Free popcorn – bring your own beverage. Contact: Jeanine, 920-868-2664
All month long in the Maker Space, embrace the fall season and get creative with different leaf shapes and colors! You can use this unique craft as a jewelry holder, spare change bowl, trinket dish, or simply as a decoration. Contact Jeanine, 920-868-2664
All month long in the Maker Space, the world is yours! No need to buy a ticket and get out of town when you have a green screen! Stop by the Maker Space to make your world traveler dreams come true. You can visit places like the Roman Colosseum, the Taj Mahal, The Great Wall…
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…
11/05/2019 at 2pm. Join us in the Maker Space to create your own travel journal! These are the perfect pocket companions to bring along while travelling. Whether you’re overseas or in a different state, every experience is worth remembering. Use it to write an itinerary, track budgeting, mark places you’ve visited, keep people you’ve met,…
1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Egg Harbor LibraryEvery Wednesday, October 2nd through November 27th, Acoustic Jam. 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…
Join us for Bingo for Cash Prizes at the Kress! Doors at 6pm, game at 7pm Play 13 games including two bonus games in final blackout jackpot.13 Game packets:• $10 – plays 1 card per game• $15 – plays 3 cards per game• $20 – plays 6 cards per game• $25 – plays 9 cards…
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
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 while browsing the book…
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.
To sign up, click here. Join us in the Maker Space anytime between 12:30 and 2:30pm to create your own coaster, inspired by our Mystical October. We will be using different colored sharpies and rubbing alcohol to make unique designs on ceramic coasters. Participants are invited to bring a snack to share if they’d like. …
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…
Join us in the maker space at 3:00pm for a vinyl sticker workshop. Attendees will have a choice between two graphics to put on a mug. To register, click here. If this is your first time registering, you’ll need to build a portfolio, hard the first time, easy after. Participants can choose from one of…
Tuesday, August 13 – 10 AM Please join Write On and Door County Library for a conversation about Rebecca Makkai’s highly lauded novel The Great Believers (National Book Award and Pulitzer Prize finalist, winner of the ALA Carnegie Medal and LA Times Book Prize), led by Write On resident Zoe Zolbrod (Currency, The Telling). The…
UW – Madison Origins Project Visits Door County Kress Pavilion and Egg Harbor Library Host UW-Madison Scientists in a Presentation of the Origins of Humankind About: In July 2017, a science writer, a photographer and a video producer from UW–Madison traveled to South Africa to find stories about our beginnings, from the origins of the…
The Friends of Door County Libraries will present a “Cheese-licious” Book & Author event on Thursday, August 15. “Wisconsin Cheese Cookbook” author Kristine Hansen will be joined by a Who’s Who of Door County cheese for a discussion and complimentary sampling, 7 p.m. at the Kress Pavilion/Egg Harbor Library, 7845 Church St., Egg Harbor. Free…
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.
Join us for a game in the library! Beginner adults welcome. 11 AM MONDAYS Scrabble WEDNESDAYS Five Deck Texas Canasta THURSDAYS Mahjong If interested, please call Holly, 920.868.2664 or show up!
Friday, July 26 at 1pm Have you ever wanted to make an object move or a character come to life? Are you a big fan of animated films and television shows? Then join us for an overview of how it works from concept to animation launch. This overview is targeted at those interested in creating…
Anahata Glow Summer Series, a heart-centered mindfulness practice for living your most vibrant life. Join us as we create beautiful space for the cultivation of discovering our most radiant self and life. Class will seamlessly flow through breath, meditation, and authentic heart-centered reflections. This experience can be a great compliment to deepening your journey into…
Mondays 11 am – 1 pm Join us in the Makers Space for an open art studio for adults. Paint and create with others of all ability levels. Basic art supplies provided, just bring your imagination.
Aimed at ages 10 and up, Techie Tuesdays will highlight tech toys for independent exploration. Activities for intermediate techies include: robotics, circuitry, coding and building. For more details, contact Holly at 920-868-2664.
10:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. Egg Harbor Library Open Knitters Group. Join us and the Displaced Knitters of Door County in the Maker Space for our weekly Knitters Group. Open to knitters of all levels of ability. Must bring own knitting supplies. Contact: displacedknitters@gmail.com or visit facebook.com/displacedknitters
World Records Global Rocket Launch. July 16 – 10:15 am | Free. Calling all rocket enthusiasts of all ages, join us and space camps around the world in conjunction with the US Space and Rocket Center to set a new World Record for most rockets launched at once. In celebration of the 50th Anniversary of…
This year’s program theme, “A Universe of Stories”, has inspired the Door County Library staff to create some great programs throughout the county and includes fabulous weekly prizes from books to gift certificates from your favorite Door County businesses. Wednesday, July 3 – Patriotic Dance Party – 10 AM Music Party is for children ages…
Join us for “Social Justice” story time in the children’s room with guest speaker Kathy Toerpe. Followed by our monthly quick craft. Contact: Holly, 920-868-2664
Pedal for Pancakes: A ride with a reward! One couple’s fundraiser turned fun ride between Egg Harbor, Baileys and Back! Egg Harbor business owners, Ann & Mike Johnson of Serenity Bridge Yoga, invite bike enthusiasts of all levels to take part in their Sunday tradition, a 20-mile round-trip ride from Egg Harbor to Baileys Harbor…
Join us for a movie upstairs in the Great Hall for a movie. “Lee Israel is a frustrated, hard-drinking author who can barely afford to pay her rent or bills in 1990s New York. Desperate for money, Israel soon hatches a scheme to forge letters by famous writers and sell them to bookstores and collectors.…
Sidewalk chalk art is fun and whimsical — even amateurs and dabblers can create stunning and marvelous works! With that in mind, sidewalk “artists” are invited to display their skills at the Eggy Chalk Art Contest! All ages and talent levels are welcome. Artists in the Teen and Adult categories are eligible to receive prizes.…
Join us for a movie upstairs in the Great Hall for a movie. “Joan and Joe remain complements after nearly 40 years of marriage. Where Joe is casual, Joan is elegant. Where Joe is vain, Joan is self-effacing. And where Joe enjoys his very public role as the great American novelist, Joan pours her considerable…
Join us for lake fishing 101 with Christopher Sampson, DNR Certified Angling Instructor — Learn about equipment, baits, technique and how to find fish hideouts in this one-hour class. Then ask about the fishing rods and tackle boxes available for check out! Let us know you’re coming by calling Holly at 920-868-2664 or visiting the…
The Dandelion Dinner 🌱 Fundraiser hosted by Door County Thrive. Door County Thrive, in partnership with local herbalist David Laluzerne and The Dandelion Culture are holding a Dandelion Dinner June 13, 5-8 pm at The Donald and Carol Kress Pavilion in Egg Harbor. The hors d’oeuvres and wine, along with dandelion lore, will be served…
Use the sun’s energy to heat up a tasty treat! Have you ever heard the expression that it’s so hot out you could fry an egg on the sidewalk? Have you ever wondered if it’s true? Find out with this easy, fun, and delicious solar oven science project. Plus, learn about absorption, insulation, and the…
Join us for a movie upstairs in the Great Hall for a movie about Governor George W Bush of Texas who picks Dick Cheney, the CEO of Halliburton Co, to be his Republican running mate in the 2000 presidential election. No stranger to politics, Cheney’s impressive résumé includes stints as White House chief of staff,…
Join us for story hour in the Children’s Library. Followed by our monthly “Quick Craft.” Contact Holly at 920-868-2664 for additional details.
Aimed at ages 10 and under. Little Learners Tech provides games and guided activities to budding techies. Activities include: Code-a-pillar and more! For details, contact Jeanine at 920-868-2664.
This week featuring “The Story Tale Trio” with Maggie, Wendy, and Therapy Dog Nelly Bly who will be joining us every 2nd and 4th Friday. Stories will be followed by our monthly “quick craft.” For more information, call Holly at 920-868-2664.
1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Egg Harbor Library Wednesday Acoustic Jam. 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 and…
1:00 – 3:00 PM. Egg Harbor Library Windows 10 Training Series: Navigating Windows 10. Part 3: Settings and Security This final Part 3 will focus on Settings and Security. Understand the steps to be safe when using your computer. Finally, how to obtain help when you are at home. 1. Windows Settings (Tablet view by…
2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Egg Harbor Library Summer Wellness Series. Join us for a series of free Wellness Talks this summer, the first Tuesday of each month. Led by Keith Fisher, of Northern Door Physical Therapy & Wellness, each month we will focus on the following topics. June 4: 2-3pm“I’d like to walk for…
1:00 p.m. Egg Harbor Library Lake Fishing 101. Rods, Reels, Casting. Join us for lake fishing 101 with Christopher Sampson, DNR Certified Angling Instructor. We will go over equipment, baits, technique and how to find fish hideouts in this one hour class that will get you fishing on the lake in no time! Let us…
Presented by the Friends of the Pavilion, join us for a series of art classes for adults who “Can’t Draw” Still Life Painting Thursday, July 25 12:30 – 2:30 Still Life Painting with Liz Heller. Aimed at beginners, Liz will help students to learn to accurately draw and paint still-life’s using multiple techniques and materials.…
1:00 p.m. Egg Harbor LibrarySparky Joy 101- Get Organized. You’re invited to this 101 organizing workshop with tips and tricks from Around the House, a professional organizer! Organize your clutter and chaos. Register on our online portal or Contact: Holly, 920-868-2664
Celebration of Life for Nancy FisherSunday, May 19, 20192 pm, Kress Pavilion Nancy was formerly President of the Village of Egg Harbor as well as a volunteer and employee in many local Door County organizations. The celebration will showcase Nancy’s accomplishments over the years with speakers from many of those organizations. Tentative list of scheduled…
1pm | Cost: Free Take a virtual trip across the globe searching for secrets to healthy aging? Follow in the footsteps of National Geographic adventurer Dan Buettner, author of the best-selling The Blue Zones: Lessons for Living Longer From the People Who’ve Lived the Longest. Joan Davis Nurse Educator will act as your travel guide.…
Friends of Kress Pavilion Announce Door County Wellness Festival, Slotted for May 10-12 at Kress Pavilion You’re invited to join us for a three-day Door County retreat filled with opportunities to get inspired, go explore and feel renewed. Connect with practitioners of natural wellness for a diverse offering of experiences to deepen awareness of mindfulness,…
As part of a new collaboration series, the Kress Pavilion hosts an intimate dinner with Patricia Skalka, author of the award winning, Door County Dave Cubiak Mystery Series. Skalka turned to fiction following a successful career in nonfiction. Her many credits include: Staff Writer for Reader’s Digest, freelancer, ghost writer, writing instructor, and book reviewer.…
5:30 p.m. Egg Harbor Library Adventure Talk: Sita Devi Dasi, Humanitarian Eco Village Retreat Center, India Join us in welcoming Sita Devi Dasi, of the Govardhan Ecovillage in India. Located two hours from Mumbai, the Govardhan Ecovillage is a home to Yoga and Ayurveda retreat. Through their education courses, they are able to contribute to numerous…
10:00 a.m. Egg Harbor LibraryMake & Take – Light up your Mother’s Day with an LED Card. There is no better card for Mother’s day than a homemade card made with love. In our workshop, you will have the choice of a LED light-up flower card, a pop-up photo frame card, or a thumbprint card.…
Join us for story hour in the Children’s Library. Followed by our monthly “Quick Craft.” 1st Friday: Social Justice Story Hour at 10:30am 2nd & 4th Fridays: Read to Therapy Dog Nelly Bly Contact Jeanine at 920-868-2664 for additional details.
1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Wednesday Acoustic Jam. 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 and unique play abilities.…
Nature Meditation & Mindfulness on the Porch with Dandelion Culture 8 -9 AM June: 14th & 28th /// July: 12th & 26th /// Aug: 9th & 23rd /// Sept: 13th & 27th Join us as we create beautiful space for the cultivation of discovering our most radiant self and life. Class will seamlessly flow through breath, meditation,…
Movie, food + chat. 🍕🎬 Join us for free pizza, popcorn and candy + a showing of the movie based on the book ‘The Hate U Give’ by Angie Thomas on the big screen upstairs inside the Egg Harbor Library. Presented in partnership with Ephraim Library. Let us know you’re coming so we can get…
Container Gardening 101.1pm – Don’t have a yard or don’t want to do a full-fledge garden? Not to worry! You might have a window or a balcony you can use instead. This class covers what you need to know to successfully grow food in containers! You will learn about keeping plants healthy in a container,…
3:00 p.m. Egg Harbor Library Make & Take- Reusable Grocery Bags. Join us in the Maker Space for Iron On Design on a Reusable Grocery Bag. Participants can choose from four designs to iron on a clothing item of their choice- bring your own item or we will have bags for donation! Register through our…
Make and Take: Design Your Own Cell Phone Case. 10 am – Noon Use our 3D printer to design your own cell phone case! We will teach you how to use the printer and will learn how to design your own cell phone case. Register on our online portal here or call, 920.868.2664
1:00 p.m. Egg Harbor Library Repair Cafe. Hand Sewing – Join us for hand sewing basics with Char Mueller. She will go over basic stiches for clothing repair and also how to sew on a lost button. She will also touch on sewing machine basics. Register on our online portal here or Contact: Holly, 920-868-2664
4:00 – 6:00 p.m. Egg Harbor Library(De)(In)structable Workshop. – DIY Vacuform from Recycled Materials. Vacuforming is used extensively in the packaging industry, but can be used at home to make simple molds. Have something to cast in chocolate maybe? In this 2 hour workshop you will make and take home a small vacuform. All materials…
10:00 a.m. Egg Harbor Library Game Day for All Ages. The first Saturday of each month, we invite you to raid the Egg Harbor library game stash – or bring your own. How can you beat the beautiful venue and free snacks? With board games for all ages! Contact: Holly, 920-868-2664
Noon – 4:00 p.m. Egg Harbor Library Techie Tuesday. Aimed at ages 10 and up, Techie Tuesdays will highlight tech toys for independent exploration. This month we focus on Lego Mindstorms Programmable Robots. Contact: Holly, 920-868-2664.
Create your own stop-motion animation video using our kit! Join us in the Maker Space — learn an overview of the history of stop-motion, how it works, and how to make your own film. Call Holly to sign up! (920) 868-2664
3:00 p.m. Egg Harbor LibraryMake & Take. Join us in the Maker Space for Iron On Design. Participants can choose from four designs to iron on a clothing item of their choice- bring your own item or purchase one for $3. Register here or, contact: Holly, 920-868-2664
Repair Cafe. “Computer Building” with Quantum This month, we focus on computer building. Our friends at Quantum will bring all the equipment and tools and walkthrough a complete custom built computer with the class. Register on our online portal here, Or, contact Holly: 920.868.2664
Presented by the Friends of the Pavilion, join us for a series of art classes for adults who “Can’t Draw” Tangle Art I Thursday, May 9 1:00 p.m. Tangle Art with Liz Heller. Aimed at beginners, Liz will show you how beautiful images created from repeating patterns. To register, visit: our online portal here Contact:…
4:00 P.M. Robotics Club. Join us for hands on Robotics experiments. Contact: Holly, 920-868-2664.
10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Egg Harbor Library Hygee Fridays. Pronounced “Hoogah” – Egg Harbor library is taking a hint from the Danish and Norwegian cultures and want to help our patrons slow down and get cozy. On Fridays in January, join us by the fire and enjoy a Danish Treat from Pink Bakery with…
Rescheduled due to snow —Make and Take. Join us in the Maker Space to design your own 2019 calendar! Bring 12 photos that you wish to feature and we’ll provide the pages, along with fun elements to accent your finished piece. Registration appreciated. Visit: our online portal to sign up or Contact: Holly, 920-868-2664
Dinner + Movie with Guys on Ice the movie by with a sneak peek of the new Northern Sky Theater Guys on Ice, the beloved – and hilarious – Wisconsin musical theater tradition, is coming to Wisconsin Public Television (WPT). Since its theatrical debut in 1998, Guys on Ice has become a Wisconsin musical tradition.…
2:00 p.m. Egg Harbor Library Make and Take. We have a die cutter! Join us in the Maker Space for Card Making using our Sizzix Die Cutting Machine and make a card for your lover, dog or friend! We’ll provide the materials, you bring the creativity. Registration required by Feb. 1. To register, visit our…
1:00 p.m. Egg Harbor Library Repair Cafe. Repair your Beauty Regimen Join us and Renee Schwaller, professional potter and home alchemist for a 101 on natural home and body products including natural face spray, body scrub and laundry soap. Participants will be given an over view on products to use and a step by step…
2:00 p.m. Egg Harbor Library Wonder Wednesday. Book Binding Get organized and get your journal game on! Join us in the Maker Space for book binding with our new spiral binder. We will provide old books to upcycle, items to decorate your journal and even some bullet journal pages if you are into that kind…
2:00 p.m. Egg Harbor Library Repair Cafe. Each month, over coffee and snacks we will focus on a new item to repair or upkeep. This month, we focus on “What’s in your Water” We will have test kits available for bacteria and metals testing, Nathan from Culligan will be here to provide onsite testing for…
Tea 101 . Do you love tea? Or, have you drank it but don’t know much about it? Join us for a Tea 101 class with Randy Isley of Ephriam Coffee Lab and Eisley Roasting. He will show you how to make the perfect cup of tea and touch on different teas and what…
2:00 p.m. Egg Harbor Library Repair Cafe. “At Home Computer Tune-up” with Quantum PC. Each month, over coffee and snacks we will focus on a new item to repair or up keep. This month, we focus on how to do an at home computer “tune-up” with Quantum PC. Bring your laptop, or just come for…
Friday, December 28 10 am – 5 pm A Maker Space is a collaborative work space for making, learning, exploring and sharing that uses high tech to no tech tools. Come meet ours! We’ll turn the stairs into a piano, give you the tools to build your own video game and write with conductive ink.…
New Years Eve Fundraiser at Egg Harbor Community Center Ring in 2019 with live piano, a balloon drop and vinyl dance party to benefit the Kress Pavilion Programming! (Egg Harbor) On Dec 31, the Friends of the Pavilion will host its second annual New Years Party at the Donald and Carol Kress Pavilion. Together, with…
Join us in the Maker Space for Glass Etching on the Cricut Machine. Participants can choose from three designs to etch on a holiday ornament. Program free, donations accepted for supplies. Register by Dec. 7 on RecDesk here
Friday, Nov. 30: Friday Night Fiesta with Dancin on the Door 5pm Hosted by Kress Pavilion, Egg Harbor Library and Dancin’ on the Door Join Kress Pavilion and Dancin’ on the Door for an evening of fun in the Great Hall. With Mexican themed snacks, guided salsa, merengue dance and more for all ages. Families…
Saturday, Nov. 17: Community Dance 7 pm| Freewill donation Join us for a community dance, led by the Door County Folk Alliance. Come with or without a partner; singles are welcome. All dances are taught by a caller, and no previous experience is necessary. For more info, visit: dcfolk.com
Friday, Nov. 16: Scandinavian Cooking Demo by Sons of Norway 1pm | Cost: Donation for Materials Join us and the Sons of Norway for a Scandinavian cooking demo of krumkake and sandbakkels! To register, visit our online portal: Here
Wednesday, Nov. 14: Peter Mulvey + Katie Dahl Live at Kress Pavilion 7pm An evening of songs and stories from Peter Mulvey and Katie Dahl For more info, visit: eventbrite
Thursday, Nov. 8 : Movie Screening hosted by Door County Partnership for Children and Families Screening of “Paper Tigers” 5pm | Free Hosted by Door County Partnership for Children and Families this is a screening of “Paper Tigers” followed by a discussion panel. Paper Tigers’ chronicles a year in the life of Lincoln High School…
Tuesday, Nov. 13: Repair Café – Get your car ready for Winter 2pm | Cost: Free Join us for our new series in the Maker Space, called Repair Café. Each month, over coffee and snacks we will focus on a new item to repair or up keep. This month, we focus on how to prepare…
Wednesday, Nov 7: Egg Harbor Seed Library Open House! 10 am – 5pm | Free Seed saving is an ancient tradition with a lineage stretching back 12,000 years. But in less than a century’s time, this once fundamental part of the human experience has largely disappeared. The transition from rural agrarianism to urbanization has led…
Please join us to discuss how important Social Security claiming strategies could be to your overall retirement goals. Hosted by Edward Jones Financial Avisors, Errin Kolden and Jim Stutz for a special presentation by David Jensen, from MFS Investments. Learn about the impact of Social Security. Dinner will be served. Registration required by Oct. 23,…
Friday, Nov. 2: Dinner + Movie with The Emissary – stargazing to follow 6 pm | Free The family-friendly, sci-fi adventure film shot in Door County, will come to the Big Screen in the Great Hall Theater. The night will feature free pizza, popcorn and candy! Come early to make an Alien-Repelling-Hat! After the show, meet…
“Classical Dance Suites by the Famous B’s!” at the Kress Pavilion on Friday, November 9 Accomplished Pianist, Sara Bong and Violinist, Beth Chafey-Hon to perform in the Great Hall Kress Pavilion will host a lively classical concert with selections from early Baroque through to the Present, featuring two woman composers, including Amy Beach, Byrd, Bach,…
Thursday Acoustic Jam: 2 – 4pm | Cost: Free + Spectators Welcome! 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…
Join us for a reading & book signing with Sammie Rae. Rae is the author of The Door in Motion, a heartfelt book of poetry and photography that will strike a cord with Door County residents and visitors. A Wisconsin native, Rae operated Sammie Rae’s Homemade in Egg Harbor since 2009. As the Peninsula Pulse…
Anahata Glow Fall Series on the Porch at the Kress, a heart-centered mindfulness practice for living your most vibrant life. Join us as we create beautiful space for the cultivation of discovering our most radiant self and life. Class will seamlessly flow through breath, meditation, and authentic heart-centered reflections. This experience can be a great…
Join Kress Pavilion, Door County Libraries, and Dancin’ on the Door for an evening of fun in the Great Hall. With Mexican themed snacks, guided salsa, merengue dance and more for the whole family. Come dance with us! Schedule of Events: 5pm: Dancing and fun! 6pm: Snacks & Festive Non-alcoholic beverages. *water provided* To sign…
Wednesday, Sept. 12: Get Analog and Get Bullet Journaling! 2 pm | Cost: Free All ages Hosted by Kress Pavilion, Egg Harbor Library and WriteOn Door County Get organized, get inspired or get writing. Bullet Journaling is the analog way of getting organized in the digital age. With pen, paper and personality, we will walk…
Chicago Band, Nine Worlds Ensemble to Make Their Door County Debut A blend of classical, jazz, pop with the complexity of world music On Friday, August 31, the Kress Pavilion will host Chicago Based band, Nine Worlds Ensemble for a very special performance in the Great Hall. Date: Friday, August 31 Time: 7:00 Doors |…
Wednesday, August 1 & Wednesday, August 8: ‘Wonder-full’ Wednesday in the Maker Space! 3D Printing Session 102 3 pm | Cost: $15, includes the course and 10 grams of filament for your first print! Hosted by Kress Pavilion In this Maker Session, we will walk through downloading, prepping, and printing 3D models. Using online catalogs,…
Sunday, August 19: Performance of ‘The Whole’ featuring Milwaukee Ballet Artists 7 pm | Cost: $20 suggested donation that goes directly to artists – cash only Hosted by Jon Mueller & Kress Pavilion Current and former Milwaukee Ballet dancers collaborate in an evening of live music and dance with experimental artists Jon Mueller (composer) and…
Join us for a fine, eclectic blend of American Music in the Great Hall On Friday, July 27, the Kress Pavilion will host Door County Band, Terry & the Cherry Pickers. Door County is blessed with extraordinary talents in most artistic areas. Music is no exception. A convergence of styles and performance creates new opportunities…
Thursday, July 19 – What’s all the Fuss about 3D Printing? 1 pm | Cost: Free Want to learn more about 3d printing? This informational discussion is the first of a few installments detailing how to go from an idea to a physical object in only a few hours! Come listen to our seminar on how…
Friday, July 13: Book Reading by Door County-Based Author Patricia Skalka 2 pm | Cost: Free Hosted by Kress Pavilion & Door County Library Join us for a reading & book signing with Patricia Skalka. Skalka is the author of Death Stalks Door County, Death at Gills Rock, Death in Cold Water, and Death Rides…
Monday, July 23 – Wisconsin Cheese 101 (encore) 6 pm | Cost: 20 Hosted by Kress Pavilion Back by popular demand – Join Jim Pionkoski and Katie Harding from Wisconsin Cheese Masters and learn about some of the best of Wisconsin Cheese. From fresh to blue, they will introduce you to their most favorite cheeses…
Tuesday, July 17 – Worm Your Way into Composting! A beginner’s intro to Vermiculture and Vermicompost 6 pm | Cost: Free Hosted by Kress Pavilion & UW-Extension Door County Not sure what to do with your kitchen, garden and yard scraps? Would you like natural, home-made fertilizer for your lawns and gardens in the spring? Then expand…
Join Gibraltar Art Teacher, Mrs. Mike for Art Club! With a number of classes to choose from, Art Club is for ages 5- 12 and is hosted in the Maker Space. Classes include: Zentangle Zoo, Far Out Fine Art, Wonderful World of Water Color, and more! Zentangle Zoo Use simple repetition of patterns and designs…
Egg Harbor Historical Society Launches Bingo at Kress Pavilion! Dust off your dauber and get your cash ready, the Egg Harbor Historical Society will start hosting once-a-month bingo at Kress Pavilion on Thursday, June 28. As part of their book mobile fundraising initiative the Egg Harbor Historical Society and Kress Pavilion welcome you to join…
On August 10, the Kress Pavilion will host its first cabaret performance in the Great Hall. Mary Reilly and accompanist, Joan Mead make their Door County debut in “Playing for Keeps” an entertaining evening of songs from Broadway, the Great American Songbook, Motown and more, which explore the challenges–and rewards–of staying in love. Many entertainers…
Tuesday, June 12 at 6pm $20 Kombucha is an effervescent fermentation of sweetened tea that employs a gelatinous symbiotic colony of bacteria and yeast, which is sometimes referred to as a ‘mushroom’ or ‘mother’. In this hour and half workshop you will learn how to successfully brew a batch of Kombucha, how to troubleshoot problems…
Learn about growing gourmet and medicinal mushrooms with Field and Forest Products out of Peshtigo, WI Fungi are nature’s decomposers – responsible for breaking down complex organic material no other organisms can. They are also incredibly diverse, beautiful, wonderfully flavorful, and easy to grow. Learn about the benefits and fun that comes with incorporating edible…
Monday, June 25 at 11:30 AM About Chair Yoga: Chair yoga is a gentle yoga class, perfect for students with physical challenges that find it difficult to get on and off the floor as required for a traditional yoga class. Exercises explore and enhance a greater range of movement while protecting the lower back and…
Wednesday Acoustic Jam: 1 – 3pm Cost: Free Open to all musicians and musical instruments, this is an acoustic jam open to all levels of ability. A song circle style jam setting, everyone will receive a turn to do their song. Participants may do an instrumental only or sing and play, their choice. This jam…
Last Saturdays 10 am – Noon Ages 13- 18 Game on! Have you beaten all of your friends at Wii Bowling? Or want to see if you can build the highest Jenga tower? Maybe instead you’re interested in starting a Dungeon & Dragons quest. Well at Teen Game Day at the Egg Harbor Library, we…