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A Taste of Door County

Thursday, August 19th, 2010

Door County has its own unique flavor, and one of the best ways to experience this is to visit the local farmers market.  On Saturdays in Sister Bay at the Corner of the Past Museum there is a farmers market where locals are able to sell produce and other fresh items. 

The farmers market is a great way to see what is grown on the Door Peninsula, and to meet some local residents.  The Farmers Market also has featured guests.  This weekend Jeanne Aurelius of Clay Bay Pottery will be there and the following weekend there will be Native American flutes with Mike Farmer. 

Once you have some local produce you can come back and relax at High Point Inn and cook up a nice meal in your kitchen, then enjoy the flavors on your own private patio!

Splendor in September at High Point Inn

Friday, July 30th, 2010

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It is hard to forget that August is right around the corner, and following close behind is September.  At High Point Inn we are getting ready for September, one of the best months in Door County!

During the week in September the Door Peninsula is a calm and beautiful place, it is a great time to make a nice relaxing visit.  At High Point Inn we would like to make your stay even more enjoyable with our Splendor in September special! We are offering a special deal on your stay along with added perks!  The package includes wine, dinner deals, tickets for Red Putter mini golf and more!

Check out our website for more details.  It truly is a great deal!

The Door County Artistic Side

Friday, July 23rd, 2010

One of the key aspects of Door County culture is art.  There are many artists that reside and work on the peninsula, taking their inspiration from the beautiful surroundings.  The artistic forms practiced here vary, including sculpture work, pottery, glass creations, music and performing arts.  Of course, one of the classic forms of art is painting, and this weekend is a celebration of this art. 

Plein Air Festival is now in full swing ending tomorrow July 24th.  Over 40 artists are moving their work to the great outdoors and creating an image of Door County through painting.  The festival offers special events for the family and following this weekend the paintings will be on display at The Peninsula School of Art until August 7th. 

Come see the artists at work, or at least take a trip to the art school to see the artist’s representation of the Door Peninsula.   We would be glad to have you stay with us at High Point Inn!

A Celebration In Ephraim!

Tuesday, June 15th, 2010

The summer season officially starts this coming weekend for all of Door County and Ephraim is kicking it off with a weekend long festival.  Fyr Bal in Ephraim is a long time tradition; it is a celebration of the beginning of summer and there is a lot to do!

Ephraim will be busy with walking tours, music, arts and crafts and food tents on Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Friday is a quieter day of the festival with walking tours and ending with a peaceful midsummer’s music festival by Hardy Gallery on Anderson Dock. 

Saturday is full of events complete with a regatta presented by the Ephraim Yacht Club, a raffle, a cakewalk and food all day.  The celebration carries on into the evening with a traditional fish boil and more music.  Then at 8:30 the multiple bonfires lined up along the water are lit creating an impressive image. Finally to end the day fireworks are set off over the harbor at sunset.

Sunday the celebration will continue with more arts and crafts, music, food and a special visit from Bucky the Badger.  The festival then winds down in the evening with a family sing-along at the village hall.

Come visit us in Ephraim at High Point Inn to celebrate the beginning of summer!  The whole village will be full of excitement and fun!

The Upside of Rainy Days in Door County

Thursday, June 10th, 2010

When rain clouds drift over the peninsula it can put a damper on many of Door County’s favorite outdoor activities.  However, there are also some positive aspects to the slightly dreary weather that sometimes finds us.  Here are a few things to think about next time rain visits you in Door County.

1) One can shop guilt free (to a certain extent).  While browsing the many shops there is no need to worry about missing the great outdoors.

2) There is now more time to visit Door County’s art galleries and museums

3) Rain makes for a nice relaxing indoor atmosphere.  High Point Inn’s hot tub and pool provide a nice place to relax while watching the weather outside. 

4) After the rain clears the county will become even greener, the birds will begin to sing and everything will feel refreshed.

5) Once and a while the rain will also bring with it a rainbow or two.  Spotting a rainbow over one of Door County’s beautiful landscapes never loses its charm. 

Whether it is raining or the sun is shining Door County is a great place to visit, so come stay with us at High Point Inn (rain or shine!)

A Door County Memorial Day weekend in beautiful Ephraim, Wisconsin

Tuesday, May 25th, 2010

You are personally invited to come stay at our beautiful Ephraim resort! Call 800-595-6894 or contact us at info@highpointinn.com

In days gone by Memorial Day was always considered the kick-off to the “tourism season” in Door County. Today Door County serves as a year-round destination but as a local, I can tell you we still get excited about Memorial Day especially when it is accompanied by 80+ degree weather!

It’s not too late to make your reservation at the High Point Inn for Door County Memorial Day fun at the High Point Inn in Ephraim. Our excellent location is close to the weekends art gallery openings, your favorite restaurants (which are all open now), as well as the solace of the open road - nearby backroads for running, hiking or biking. Here are just a few of the things we have happening close by the High Point Inn:

Art Openings:

Fine Line Designs Art Gallery
Our High Point Inn neighbor - just down the road on Hwy. 42
Artist Reception -Saturday, May 29, 4-7 pm
Artist Demo: Sunday, May 30th, 11-2pm by Colin Page and Paul Klein

Show runs through June 8 and features
Colin Page, Gene Reineking, William Murray and Paul Klein

Edgewood Orchard Galleries
4140 Peninsula Players Road, Fish Creek
Memorial Day Weekend Reception Saturday, May 29, 4-7 pm
Artist introductions/talks in courtyard at 5 p.m. Wine and hors d’oeuvres.

“Daybreak” A group show of new work from many of our artists capturing their vision of a new day. Work by David Aurelius, Jeanne Aurelius, Rodger Bechtold and Michael Michaud will also be featured.

Woodwalk Gallery
6746 County Road G,  Egg Harbor

2010 Opening Reception Sunday, May 30, 4:30-7:30 pm
Contemporary art in an historic barn setting featuring 47 regional artists and large-scale, ethereal landscapes by artist/owner Margaret Lockwood with studio on site.
New works by: Margaret Lockwood, Jim Rericha and Liz Maltman

Gallery talks by artists from 5:30-7:00 pm

That’s just a bit of what is in store for you this Memorial Day weekend in Door County! Call the High Point Inn and we will help you plan a perfect Ephraim getaway!

Dateline Door County, Wisconsin: A half marathon; a studio crawl; and your favorite restaurants are opening!

Friday, April 30th, 2010

The High Point Inn is proud to announce that May has finally arrived to Ephraim and northern Door County! The grass is green, the air is warming. Bicycles dot the roads. People are walking with and without their dogs. It is a beauty to behold.

This first weekend of May brings the return of the Door County Half Marathon in Peninsula State Park. We at High Point Inn are so excited about the marathon we are one of two main lodging sponsors of this very popular event. It’s too late to register to take part in the marathon but you can come and cheer on the runners.

Door County’s Potters Guild studio tour is this weekend May 1 and 2 from 10-5. Participating guild members include:
TR Pottery in Fish Creek, Off the Wheel Pottery in Egg Harbor, Plum Bottom Gallery in Egg Harbor, The Potters Wheel in Fish Creek, Ephraim Clayworks in Ephraim, Clay Bay Pottery in Ellison Bay, Gills Rock Stoneware in Ellison Bay, and Ellison Bay Pottery in Ellison Bay. Visit the gallery websites for directions to each artist’s studio.

More Door County restaurants open this weekend!
The Cookery Restaurant in Fish Creek, Julie’s Park Cafe in Fish Creek, The Shoreline Restaurant in Gills Rock, Waterfront Restaurant in Sister Bay, Northern Grill in Sister Bay and The Mission Grille in Sister Bay. Wonder if your favorite restaurant is open this weekend? Call the front desk at the High Point Inn at 920-854-9773 and our staff will find out for you.

Come see us soon!

High Point Neighbors: Door County Scrimshanders and Fine Line Designs Gallery

Friday, April 9th, 2010

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Ever wonder how Gary Kiracofe of Door County Scrimshander creates his one-of-a-kind scrimshaw art?
Watch this video of Brian Kiracofe at their sister gallery in Newport, RI and you will find out!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HKR7T_nDY8U

Door County Scrimshander is a High Point Neighbor located across the street!


High Point Neighbor Door County’s Fine Line Designs Gallery announces their show schedule for 2010

EXHIBIT ONE: MAY 1 - JUNE 8
Colin Page, Gene Reineking, William Murray and Paul Klein
Artist Reception - May 29, 5-8pm

Artist Demo: Sunday, May 30th, 11-2pm by Colin Page and Paul Klein

EXHIBIT TWO: JUNE 12 - JULY 6
Lori Beringer, Julie Crabtree, Jude Ryan Reiling & Allan Servoss
Artist Reception - June 12, 5-8pm

Artist Demo: Sunday, June 13, 11-2pm by Allan Servoss

EXHIBIT THREE: JULY 8 - AUG 2
Pamela Murphy & Stephanie Evans
Artist Reception - Thurs, July 8, 5-8pm

EXHIBIT FOUR: AUG 5 - SEPT 9
Steve Langenecker, Ed Lazzeroni, Donna Lindboe Trupin and Elodie Holmes
Artist Reception - Thurs, Aug 5, 5-8pm

Don’t forget we have our fabulous  2 nights for the price of 3 and 3 nights for the price of 4 during the week still going on in April. Book now!

High Point Neighbors: Ephraim, Door County’s Water Street Art Gallery

Friday, February 26th, 2010

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Stacy and Fred Bridenhagen are the artist/owners of the iconic Door County Water Street Gallery in Ephraim. The gallery is located two doors north of Leroy’s Coffee Shop across the street from Eagle Harbor. Open all year, the Water Street Gallery features fine art prints as well as original watercolor and oil paintings by many of Door County’s favorite artists. Their artists include Mary Uhl, Karsten Topelmann, Ellen Sprogo Topelmann, Lorna Bell Cornell as well as Fred Bridenhagen and Stacy Bridenhagen and more.

The Water Street Gallery is also one of our featured showcase vendors. Be sure to check them out when you are in Door County, but also online! And be sure to check out their newest art.

Door County winds into the Holiday Season

Wednesday, November 18th, 2009

Thanksgiving is right around the corner so it’s time to remind everyone that Door County, Wisconsin during the holiday season is a decorated and ready for company! We think some of the most charming places the Door peninsula has to offer are right in our own neighborhood.

Be sure to check out the Shops at Green Gables. Establishments open in winter include:
1) American Folklore Theatre The Green Gables office does not have regular hours in winter, but there will be several holiday performances by AFT co-founder Doc Heide and long-time performer Eric Lewis. Get details of their at their website and visit their online store to purchase CDs and gift cards at their.
2) Perfect Beads A variety of wonderful beads. Open weekends November and December. Call 920-854-6472.
3) Rustic Fish Gallery The Rustic Fish Gallery is owned by Door County artists Mary Ann and Erik Rinkleff. We feature Erik’s hand-carved, collectible wood carvings and Mary Ann’s inspirational greeting card line and fine art photography. Open Friday and Saturday during November and December.
4) Door County Scrimshander Resident artist Gary Kiracofe practices scrimshaw, an art that is “two hundred years behind the times.” Visit the gallery he runs with his wife Dawn where they feature knives, jewelry, ornaments, antique ivory and more. Open Friday,  Saturday and Sunday during November and December.

McKeefry & Yeomans of Ephraim. Bruce McKeefry and Geoff Yeomans have the perfect mix of house AND garden. From French milled soaps to decorative flowers, distinctive furniture and more. On the corner of Townline Rd. and Hwy. 42 in Ephraim. Open all year. Call 920-854-4749 for hours.

The City Farmer in Ephraim - features a distinctive collection of American and English country furniture and home accents. Winter hours are 10 to 5:30 on Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays, and Mondays.

The Paint Box Gallery located next to Joe Jo’s Pizza just north of the High Point Inn. Featuring original art works by local, regional and national artists including a large variety of miniature works. Plus an excellent source of art supplies for the professional and the novice. Open 361 days a year, 10-4 daily.

Joe Jo’s Pizza & Gelato
is open all year long 11am to 8pm and serves thin crust pizza from scratch. Their homemade Gelato gets rave reviews as well as their pizza.

Blue Dolphin House is located just south of the High Point Inn on Hwy 42. They feature contemporary artwork, gifts and home accessories from manufacturers and artists all over the world. Open in winter, but call for days and hours - 800-765-0141.

Wondering if your favorite restaurant or shop has winter hours? Contact Missy by email or by phone 800-595-6894.