Sunday, October 6, 2024
Serving Algoma, Casco, Kewaunee, Luxemburg and all of Kewaunee County
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STORY WALK, on the boardwalk at Crescent Beach, Algoma. Pages from "Pete the Cat Loves His White Shoes" posted along the boardwalk; Find No. 1 and read the story from start to finish. Sponsored by Algoma Public Library, Friends of the Crescent Beach and Algoma Parks & Recreation. 920-487-2295, algomapubliclibrary.org.
MEMORIAL FUNDRAISER, ball field at Davister’s Bar & Restaurant, 5970 Humboldt Road, Luxemburg. Rob DeGrand Memorial Foundation Fundraiser has 16-team slowpitch softball tournament Thursday-Sunday; bean bag toss, 7 p.m. Friday; blind man volleyball tournament, 5K run, milk bottle tournament Saturday. Luminaries and fireworks, dusk Saturday. Children's games, food and refreshments all weekend. Proceeds go to local charities. Pat Donovan, 920-609-5221.
SHANTY DAYS, 3 p.m.-midnight Aug. 10, 11 a.m.-midnight Aug. 11 and 11 a.m-9 p.m. Aug. 12. Main grounds at American Legion Park, Algoma. $8 presale wristband for admission for ages 12 and older, $10 Friday or Saturday, $5 Sunday only; no admission fee 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday. Arts and Crafts Fair and Street Fair at Fremont and Fourth streets, Saturday-Sunday. Parade at noon Saturday. Car cruise, Saturday morning. Volleyball tournament on lakefront beach. Teen band stage, children's area with activities. Live music all three days. Drone show set to music, around 8:30 p.m. Sunday to close the festival. 920-487-2041, visitalgomawi.com/shanty-days.
USED BOOK SALE, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Aug. 10, 9 a.m.-noon Aug. 11, 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Aug. 12, Algoma Book Corner, 401 Third St. Annual Shanty Days sale with all items half-off. Proceeds benefit Algoma Public Library. 920-304-9214, algomapubliclibrary.org.
SUMMER CONCERT SERIES 12:30-4 p.m., von Stiehl Winery, 115 Navarino St., Algoma. Music by Classic Friends. Free admission, $15 Super Select wine tasting includes crystal glass, picnic box lunch available. No carry-ins. 920-487-5208, vonstiehl.com.
STREET FOOD, noon-7 p.m., Thumb Knuckle Brewing, E0208 State 54, Luxemburg. Food and bakery from Weasel's Mini Donuts and More food truck, craft beers and lawn games. 920-323-6543, facebook.com/ThumbKnuckleBrewingCo.
POLKA, after Shanty Days parade at noon, Algoma Fire Department, 400 third St. Music by Greatest Hits Polka Band and the Sugarbush Boys. 920-255-1214.
BRAT FRY, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., Stodola's IGA, 602 Center Drive, Luxemburg. Sponsored by Luxemburg Lions Club. 920-680-4539 or "Luxemburg Lions Club" on FAcebook.
MUSIC IN THE PARK, 5-7:30 p.m., Harbor Park, 212 Harrison St., Kewaunee. Country music by Modern Day Drifters. Bring chairs or blankets, picnic, beverages; free root beer floats available. Rain location Lakeaven Hall, 96 Ellis St. Sponsored by Kewaunee Area Chamber of Commerce. 920-388-4822 or www.kewaunee.org/music-in-the-park.
THERMAL SUNDAYS, 2-6 p.m., Thumb Knuckle Brewing, E0208 State 54, Luxemburg. BBQ and ethnic menu from Thermal Chaos food truck. Lawn games in the hops garden with craft brews. 920-323-6543, facebook.com/ThumbKnuckleBrewingCo.
CHURCH PICNIC, following 9 a.m. service, Immanuel Lutheran Church, 1012 Wisconsin Ave., Kewaunee. Lunch, bingo, bounce house and other children's activities. 920-388-2592 or www.immanuellutherankewaunee.org.
STORY WALK, on the boardwalk at Crescent Beach, Algoma. Pages from "Kite Day" posted along the boardwalk; Find No. 1 and read the story from start to finish. Sponsored by Algoma Public Library, Friends of the Crescent Beach and Algoma Parks & Recceation. 920-487-2295 or www.algomapubliclibrary.org.
BOARD MEETING, 6:30 p.m., The Rendezvous of Luxemburg, E896 County N. Public invited to attend as Lance Cpl. Dean Opicka Memorial Foundation meets and elects board officers. 920-776-1834 or "LCPL Dean Opicka Memorial" Facebook page.
SHEEPSHEAD, 1 p.m., Kewaunee Community Congregational Church, 502 Center St. Public cards first and third Mondays of the month, Golden Age cards second and fourth Mondays. 920-388-4690.
SNOWMOBILE CLUB, 7:30 p.m., Waterfront Bar & Grill, 215 N. Main St., Kewaunee. Public welcome to meeting of Kewaunee Moonriders. 920-660-2531 or www.mooridersinc.org.
INTERNET HOUR, 11 a.m.-noon second Tuesday of the month, Algoma Public Library, 406 Fremont St. Guidance for adults with questions about the internet, computer usage, personal devices. Not instruction. 920-487-2295, algomapubliclibrary.org.
BEACH YOGA, 5:30-6:30 p.m., Crescent Beach, Algoma. Beginners to advanced can use relaxing sounds from Lake Michigan waves to inspire fluid movements while enjoying the scenery with instructor Jamie Schmiling of Roots Yoga. Limited mats supplied or bring your own. $10. Class also held Aug. 21 and 28. In case of rain, class moves to Algoma Youth Club, 620 Lake St. 920-255-0776.
EXERCISE WALK, 6 p.m. Tuesdays, Harvest Community Church, E1479 Rockledge Road, Luxemburg. Part of Get Healthy Kewaunee County initiative sponsored by Kewaunee County Public Health Department; also Wednesdays in Algoma. Everyone welcome, including pets; about an hour. 920-388-7160 or email kinnard.cindy@kewauneeco.org.
WEIGHT LOSS GROUP, 9-10 a.m. Tuesdays, Knutson Hall, 620 Lake St., Algoma. Use the Clark Street entrance. TOPS 326 meeting. 920-487-9945.
EXERCISE WALK, 6 p.m. Wednesdays, Algoma Wellness Center, at Algoma High School, 1715 Division St. Part of Get Healthy Kewaunee County initiative sponsored by Kewaunee County Public Health Department; also Tuesdays in Luxemburg. Everyone welcome, including pets; about an hour. 920-388-7160 or kinnard.cindy@kewauneeco.org.
USED BOOK SALE, 3-7 p.m. Wednesdays, 1325 Ellis St., Kewaunee. Proceeds benefit the Kewaunee Public Library; sponsored by Friends of the Library. www.facebook.com/kewauneelibfriends.
RUMMAGE & BAKE SALE, 8 a.m.-5 p.m., St. Isidore the Farmer Catholic Parish, 18424 Tisch Mills Road, Denmark. 920-776-1555.
CONCERT IN THE PARK, 6 p.m., Heritage Park at City Marina, Evergreen Drive and Fremont Street, Algoma. Accordion-driven rock and zydeco by Copper Box; Gerry Sloan opens with Irish music. von Stiehl wine and Ahnapee Brewery beer for sale. visitalgomawi.com/concerts.
MUSIC IN THE PARK, 6-8 p.m., Firemen’s Centennial Park, 231 Maple St., Luxemburg. Variety of instrumental music by Luxemburg Community Band. Bring chairs and refreshments. Weather cancellations posted to the "Luxemburg Area Chamber of Commerce" Facebook page. luxemburgchamber.com.
CASCO LIONS DAYS, Casco Village Park, Fifth Street. All-ages slowpitch tournament starts Friday evening ans runs all three days. Parade, 11 a.m. Saturday, from Village Kitchen to the park. Country and rock music by I-45, 7-11 p.m. Saturday. Food and refreshments on the grounds; booyah and trippe Sunday. "Casco Lions Club" Facebook page or jandmhalada@gmail.com.
BLOOD DRIVE, 11 a.m.-5 p.m., St. Joseph Parish, 5996 County K, New Franken. Sponsored by America Red Cross; Type O especially needed. Reservations appreciated but walk-ins welcome. 1-800-733-2767 or redcrossblood.org.
TIE-DYE, 12:30-2 p.m., Algoma Public Library, 406 Fremont St. Bring own shirt to dye on the lawn; preregistration required. 920-487-2295 or www.algomapubliclibrary.org.
SUMMER CONCERT SERIES 12:30-4 p.m., von Stiehl Winery, 115 Navarino St., Algoma. Classic rock by Givin' Up The Ghost. Free admission, $15 Super Select wine tasting includes crystal glass, picnic box lunch available. No carry-ins. 920-487-5208, vonstiehl.com.
MUSIC BY THE VINES, 3:30-6 p.m., Parallel 44 Vineyard and Winery, N2185 Sleepy Hollow Road, Stangelville. Pop and rock by Phillip Nelson & Distilled Spirits until 5:30. Buy wine by the glass or bottle; regular samples available inside for $2. Bring food (or purchase snacks), chairs and blankets for a picnic, but not alcoholic beverages. 920-388-4400, 44wineries.com.
'SOAR ON THE SHORE,' 11 a.m.-4 p.m., Crescent Beach, Algoma. Beach and kite festival with professional kite flyers flying giant show kites in copetition. Concessions, demonstrations, more. Rain date Aug. 19. 920-487-2041, visitalgomawi.com
MUSIC IN THE PARK, 5-7:30 p.m., Harbor Park, 212 Harrison St., Kewaunee. Variety of hits by Jeff Stoeger and Shed Dog. Bring chairs or blankets, picnic, beverages; free corn roast. Rain location Lakeaven Hall, 96 Ellis St. Sponsored by Kewaunee Area Chamber of Commerce. 920-388-4822 or www.kewaunee.org/music-in-the-park.
HAPPY HOPPERS DANCE, 1-5 p.m., Rendezvous of Luxemburg, E896 County N, Luxemburg. Music by Orv Konop and the OK Band. $7. 920-845-5616.
SHEEPSHEAD, 1 p.m., Kewaunee Community Congregational Church, 502 Center St. Public cards first and third Mondays of the month, Golden Age cards second and fourth Mondays. 920-388-4690.
BEACH YOGA, 5:30-6:30 p.m., Crescent Beach, Algoma. Beginners to advanced can use relaxing sounds from Lake Michigan waves to inspire fluid movements while enjoying the scenery with instructor Jamie Schmiling of Roots Yoga. Limited mats supplied or bring your own. $10. Class also held Aug. 28. In case of rain, class moves to Algoma Youth Club, 620 Lake St. 920-255-0776.
Thursday, Aug. 23
CONCERT IN THE PARK, 6 p.m., Heritage Park at City Marina, Evergreen Drive and Fremont Street, Algoma. Bluegrass and roots with Chicken Wire Empire; Chris Skinner opens. von Stiehl wine and Ahnapee Brewery beer for sale. visitalgomawi.com/concerts.
MUSIC IN THE PARK, 6-8 p.m., Firemen’s Centennial Park, 231 Maple St., Luxemburg. Hits from the 1960s and '70s with I-45. Bring chairs and refreshments. Weather cancellations posted on the Luxemburg Chamber Facebook page.
SALAD & SANDWICH SUPPER, 5-7 p.m., St. Joseph-St. John Church, E860 State 29, Pilsen. Hearts & Hands Event with matching funds up to $750. Sponsored by Rosary Society and National Catholic Society of Foresters. $6 ages 13 and older, $3 ages 3-12. 920-494-5291.
TROUT BOIL, 4:30-6:30 p.m., Community Congregational Church, 502 Center St., Kewuanee. Lake Superior trout, boiled potatoes, onions and carrots, cole slaw, rye bread, homemade pie, coffee or milk. $11 ages 13 and older, $5 ages 5-12, take-out available. 920-388-2719 or www.kewauneeccc.com..
SUMMER CONCERT SERIES 12:30-4 p.m., von Stiehl Winery, 115 Navarino St., Algoma. Classic rock by Glas Hamr. Free admission, $15 Super Select wine tasting includes crystal glass, picnic box lunch available. No carry-ins. 920-487-5208, vonstiehl.com.
MUSIC BY THE VINES, 3:30-6 p.m., Parallel 44 Vineyard and Winery, N2185 Sleepy Hollow Road, Stangelville. Mix of classical, pop, jazz and more with John Kelley and the Fusion Express Orchestra until 5:30. Buy wine by the glass or bottle; regular samples available inside for $2. Bring food (or purchase snacks), chairs and blankets for a picnic, but not alcoholic beverages. 920-388-4400, 44wineries.com.
MUSIC IN THE PARK, 5-7:30 p.m., Harbor Park, 212 Harrison St., Kewaunee. Music by Greatest Hits Polka Band. Bring chairs or blankets, picnic, beverages; food concessions available. Rain location Lakeaven Hall, 96 Ellis St. Sponsored by Kewaunee Area Chamber of Commerce. 920-388-4822 or www.kewaunee.org/music-in-the-park.
BEACH YOGA, 5:30-6:30 p.m., Crescent Beach, Algoma. Beginners to advanced can use relaxing sounds from Lake Michigan waves to inspire fluid movements while enjoying the scenery with instructor Jamie Schmiling of Roots Yoga. Limited mats supplied or bring your own. $10. In case of rain, class moves to Algoma Youth Club, 620 Lake St. 920-255-0776.
BLOOD DRIVE, noon-5 p.m., school hall, St. Louis Catholic Church, N8710 County Line Road, Dyckesville. Sponsored by America Red Cross; Type O especially needed. Reservations appreciated but walk-ins welcome. 1-800-733-2767 or redcrossblood.org.
Saturday, Sept. 1
SUMMER CONCERT SERIES 12:30-4 p.m., von Stiehl Winery, 115 Navarino St., Algoma. Classic rock by Annie Rose Band. Free admission, $15 Super Select wine tasting includes crystal glass, picnic box lunch available. No carry-ins. 920-487-5208, vonstiehl.com
MUSIC BY THE VINES, 3:30-6 p.m., Parallel 44 Vineyard and Winery, N2185 Sleepy Hollow Road, Stangelville. Americana by Rob Anthony until 5:30. Buy wine by the glass or bottle; regular samples available inside for $2. Bring food (or purchase snacks), chairs and blankets for a picnic, but not alcoholic beverages. 920-388-4400, 44wineries.com.
MUSIC IN THE PARK, 5-7:30 p.m., Harbor Park, 212 Harrison St., Kewaunee. Classic to current rock hits by Cat 5. Bring chairs or blankets, picnic, beverages; free root beer floats available. Rain location Lakeaven Hall, 96 Ellis St. Sponsored by Kewaunee Area Chamber of Commerce. 920-388-4822 or www.kewaunee.org/music-in-the-park
This article originally appeared on Green Bay Press-Gazette: Things to do in Kewaunee County, Aug. 10-Sept. 2
