Good morning, Appleton.

The Miracle League of the Fox Valley, offered by Goodwill North Central Wisconsin, will launch an eight-week baseball season on Monday, June 9 with a first pitch at 5:30 p.m. at John Wollner Fox Cities Miracle Field in Memorial Park (1620 East Witzke Boulevard) as community volunteers support more than 240 players.

In its first year more than 82,000 people added emergency contact info to their driver license or ID records through the DMV program.

DMV officials said the system helps law enforcement quickly notify a family member in an emergency—ensuring faster response times.

Appleton hosts a range of Father's Day events on June 15—The Coop serves a holiday barbecue from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., Midwest Shooting Center Appleton offers free firearm training sessions from June 13 through 15, Funset Boulevard provides free golf on June 14 and 15, Uncle Mike's Food Emporium and Machine Shed host Father's Day brunch buffets, Les Stumpf Ford holds a car show from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., and Building For Kids Children Museum opens its doors for free family admission from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

A study by Smart Asset ranks Appleton at number 5 and Green Bay at number 18 for first-time homebuyers—factors include median sale price, household income, inventory, and price change forecasts.

Local realtors say the market is stable yet remains a seller’s market because houses are in short supply since housing production dropped after the recession.

Heid Music Summer Concert Series

5:30-8:30 p.m. — Jones Park — Free entry — Enjoy a summer evening filled with free music from local bands in Downtown Appleton.

Nashville Pipeline Live at Kountry Bar

8 PM — Kountry Bar — Free entry — Enjoy a night of live music with Nashville Pipeline in Appleton's favorite venue.

Appleton City Golf Tournament

7 AM – 2 PM — Reid Municipal Golf Course — Entry fees vary — Compete in a 36-hole stroke play tournament across multiple divisions.

Father's Day Celebration at the BFK

5:00 a.m. — Appleton Downtown, Inc. — Free entry — Celebrate dads with art activities and family fun at the museum.

Steve Hofstetter Live Comedy Show

7:00 – 8:30 PM — Skyline Comedy Club — GA $25 / Premium $50 / VIP $150 — Experience the humor of Steve Hofstetter, featuring premium seating and a meet and greet.

Bobby Shmurda - Still Alive Tour

8:00 PM - 11:59 PM — OB's Brau Haus — Ticket prices unknown — Come turn up with Bobby Shmurda for an electrifying night of music and fun.

Heid Music Summer Concert Series

5:30-8:30 p.m. — Appleton Downtown, Inc. — Free entry — Enjoy an evening of music and family fun in the heart of Downtown Appleton.

2nd Annual T.A.A.G. Charity Car Show

10 AM – 4 PM — Wisconsin Timber Rattlers Baseball Club — Admission details pending — Check out classic cars while supporting a great cause.

4th of July DIY Cookie & Crafts Workshop

6-9 p.m. — Board & Brush Creative Studio — Pre-registration required — Create personalized crafts and decorate cookies in a festive atmosphere.

Boy Bands vs Girl Groups Music Bingo

6:30-8:30 p.m. — Stone Arch Brewpub — Free entry — Enjoy a lively music bingo showdown featuring iconic hits from boy bands and girl groups.