Homecoming: Peninsula State Park is a joyful day of collective energy and celebration - honoring one of Door County’s smallest yet mightiest neighbors: the Cherrystone Drop Snail. This public art event reimagines the classic sports pep rally as a spirited tribute to environmental resilience. Instead of cheering for a team, we’ll cheer for snails, for the park, and for our shared environmental future.

Blending art, science, and community, this event recognizes both the strength of nature and the people who live alongside it. Join us as we celebrate together - lifting up the snails and one another as we continue to grow, adapt, and reimagine what’s possible.

Homecoming transforms climate adaptation into a communal ritual - rooted in joy, care, and connection. It’s a celebration and a call to action, inviting people of all ages to gather, plant, and grow hope together.

Interested in joining us? Meet us in the Nicolet Beach Parking Lot at 3pm. From there, we will parade to the White Cedar Nature Center for a pep rally. Return to Nicolet Beach to enjoy food trucks and beachside treats.

This event is free and open to the public.

Critiques are an indispensable component of every artist’s education, growth, and individual path. Our green monthly Critique Group focuses on constructive feedback to help you reflect on the purpose and progress of your journey as an artist. Moderated by Artistic Director Elysia Michaelsen, the group invites artists of all levels and backgrounds to come together for a conversation. Email her at elysia@penart.org to reserve your spot today!

Critique Group is free and open to all. 

Click here to join our meeting on Zoom.

Natural Style Inspired by Jodi Rose Gonzales

Join us for a natural collage experience inspired by the contemplative work of artist Jodi Rose Gonzales, whose art blends nature, mindfulness, and care. Her creations reflect a journey of inner balance and stewardship – of the land, of people, and of beauty itself.

Using humble materials like leaves, twigs, stones, and petals, Jodi often builds meditative collages and garment-like forms – arrangements that feel both peaceful and powerful. 

Families are invited to become nature stylists: choose from a collection of natural elements to design one-of-a-kind collages that echo the shapes and patterns of clothing, accessories, or imaginative outfits from the forest floor. 

We provide the art materials and the inspiration, so you can share the fun and accomplishments of creating fine art projects together. Drop in any time, 9am-noon. FREE for families with children ages 3 to 12. 

Led by Katherine Baeten.

Critiques are an indispensable component of every artist’s education, growth, and individual path. Our green monthly Critique Group focuses on constructive feedback to help you reflect on the purpose and progress of your journey as an artist. Moderated by Artistic Director Elysia Michaelsen, the group invites artists of all levels and backgrounds to come together for a conversation. Email her at elysia@penart.org to reserve your spot today!

Critique Group is free and open to all. 

Click here to join our meeting on Zoom.

Mask-Making Extravaganza!

Get ready for Halloween and celebrate Fall Jack O’Lantern Days during our annual Mask-Making Extravaganza. Start with a molded paper mask and let your imagination fly. 

We provide the art materials and the inspiration, so you can share the fun and accomplishments of creating fine art projects together. Drop in any time, 9am-noon. FREE for families with children ages 3 to 12.

Critiques are an indispensable component of every artist’s education, growth, and individual path. Our green monthly Critique Group focuses on constructive feedback to help you reflect on the purpose and progress of your journey as an artist. Moderated by Artistic Director Elysia Michaelsen, the group invites artists of all levels and backgrounds to come together for a conversation. Email her at elysia@penart.org to reserve your spot today!

Critique Group is free and open to all. 

Click here to join our meeting on Zoom.

We provide the art materials and the inspiration, so you can share the fun and accomplishments of creating fine art projects together. Drop in any time, 9am-noon. FREE for families with children ages 3 to 12.

Critiques are an indispensable component of every artist’s education, growth, and individual path. Our green monthly Critique Group focuses on constructive feedback to help you reflect on the purpose and progress of your journey as an artist. Moderated by Artistic Director Elysia Michaelsen, the group invites artists of all levels and backgrounds to come together for a conversation. Email her at elysia@penart.org to reserve your spot today!

Critique Group is free and open to all. 

Click here to join our meeting on Zoom.

Soothing Symmetry Inspired by Catherine Sollman

We provide the art materials and the inspiration, so you can share the fun and accomplishments of creating fine art projects together. Drop in any time, 9am-noon. FREE for families with children ages 3 to 12.

Critiques are an indispensable component of every artist’s education, growth, and individual path. Our green monthly Critique Group focuses on constructive feedback to help you reflect on the purpose and progress of your journey as an artist. Moderated by Artistic Director Elysia Michaelsen, the group invites artists of all levels and backgrounds to come together for a conversation. Email her at elysia@penart.org to reserve your spot today!

Critique Group is free and open to all. 

Click here to join our meeting on Zoom.

Glow Up: Transformative Portraits Inspired by Derriann Pharr

We provide the art materials and the inspiration, so you can share the fun and accomplishments of creating fine art projects together. Drop in any time, 9am-noon. FREE for families with children ages 3 to 12.

Critiques are an indispensable component of every artist’s education, growth, and individual path. Our green monthly Critique Group focuses on constructive feedback to help you reflect on the purpose and progress of your journey as an artist. Moderated by Artistic Director Elysia Michaelsen, the group invites artists of all levels and backgrounds to come together for a conversation. Email her at elysia@penart.org to reserve your spot today!

Critique Group is free and open to all. 

Click here to join our meeting on Zoom.

Threaded Stories Inspired by Linda Jurkiewicz

We provide the art materials and the inspiration, so you can share the fun and accomplishments of creating fine art projects together. Drop in any time, 9am-noon. FREE for families with children ages 3 to 12.

Critiques are an indispensable component of every artist’s education, growth, and individual path. Our green monthly Critique Group focuses on constructive feedback to help you reflect on the purpose and progress of your journey as an artist. Moderated by Artistic Director Elysia Michaelsen, the group invites artists of all levels and backgrounds to come together for a conversation. Email her at elysia@penart.org to reserve your spot today!

Critique Group is free and open to all. 

Click here to join our meeting on Zoom.

Cast in Reverence Inspired by Stephanie Trenchard

We provide the art materials and the inspiration, so you can share the fun and accomplishments of creating fine art projects together. Drop in any time, 9am-noon. FREE for families with children ages 3 to 12.

Critiques are an indispensable component of every artist’s education, growth, and individual path. Our green monthly Critique Group focuses on constructive feedback to help you reflect on the purpose and progress of your journey as an artist. Moderated by Artistic Director Elysia Michaelsen, the group invites artists of all levels and backgrounds to come together for a conversation. Email her at elysia@penart.org to reserve your spot today!

Critique Group is free and open to all. 

Click here to join our meeting on Zoom.

Founder’s Marks Inspired by Madeline Tourtelot

We provide the art materials and the inspiration, so you can share the fun and accomplishments of creating fine art projects together. Drop in any time, 9am-noon. FREE for families with children ages 3 to 12.

Critiques are an indispensable component of every artist’s education, growth, and individual path. Our green monthly Critique Group focuses on constructive feedback to help you reflect on the purpose and progress of your journey as an artist. Moderated by Artistic Director Elysia Michaelsen, the group invites artists of all levels and backgrounds to come together for a conversation. Email her at elysia@penart.org to reserve your spot today!

Critique Group is free and open to all. 

Click here to join our meeting on Zoom.

Impressions of Me Inspired by Madison Sternig

We provide the art materials and the inspiration, so you can share the fun and accomplishments of creating fine art projects together. Drop in any time, 9am-noon. FREE for families with children ages 3 to 12.