Good morning, Appleton.

On Wednesday in Appleton, Houses of Honor surprised Marine veteran Kyle Hoff (who has not yet been matched with a dog) with a promise of a service dog from Custom K9s to help with anxiety and PTSD.

Glass Nickel Pizza uses over 450,000 pounds of Wisconsin cheese for its signature blend at its 10 local spots, highlighting a nearly 30-year tradition powered by its partnership with Foremost Farms—supporting local dairy farmers and showcasing Wisconsin flavors.

The pizzeria celebrates local dairy culture this June.

A new stage at Klipstine Park in Ashwaubenon held a ribbon cutting on Wednesday, June 17.

The 21st Concert in the Park season will start at the new bandshell, which was privately funded by local families + further enhanced by a Vibrant Spaces Grant for planned improvements.

Attic Theatre returns to the Communication Arts Center in Menasha with Decision Height, a play about Women Air Force Pilots from WWII, starting today at 7:00 p.m. Additional shows are scheduled through June 27.

Appleton Downtown Inc, Trout Museum of Art, and gener8tor art launched the Creative Professionals Talent Recruitment Initiative today with a $450,000 grant (225K now) to recruit 20 creators in music, film, and art.

Applicants get $10,000 and a $2,500 stipend as the program adds art programming over 18 months.

Neenah summer school students are volunteering at local nonprofits as they ride the Traveling Care-A-Van to 11 stops across the Fox Cities & nearby areas this month.

The program lets 8- to 11-year-olds gain hands-on community experience by helping with tasks like sorting donations.

Today state health officials reported a spike in tick activity in local areas due to unseasonably warm weather.

They advised residents to use EPA-approved repellents + treat clothing with permethrin and to check themselves after spending time outdoors.

Introduction to Human Design

6-8 p.m. — Fox Cities Wellness Center — $35 per person — Discover how your energy is designed to flow with clarity and ease in this beginner-friendly class.

Boys WIAA/WBCA June Jam

All day — Community First Champion Center — Registration required — Experience competitive youth basketball at this exciting multi-day tournament.

Wisconsin Amateur Open Pickleball Tournament

All day — Pickleball Kingdom — Check website for entry fees — Compete in a thrilling amateur pickleball tournament with local players.

Mandala Yoga Festival

9 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Pierce Park — Free entry — Celebrate wellness with diverse yoga practices in a vibrant community setting.

Breakthrough Basketball Essential Skills Camp

July 7-9 — Community First Champion Center — $97 for observing coaches — Enhance your basketball skills with high-intensity training and expert coaching.

Family Friendly Make & Take Workshop

10 a.m. – 12 p.m. — Board & Brush Creative Studio - Appleton — $20 walk-in fee — Create a personalized piece for your home using provided materials in a fun, family-friendly environment.

Brewers Baseball Camp – Appleton

9 AM - 3 PM — Fox Valley Lutheran High School — Early registration recommended — Experience top-level baseball and softball instruction from Brewers personnel.

Brewers Baseball Camp – Appleton

9 a.m. — Fox Valley Lutheran High School — Register early — Enjoy top-level baseball and softball instruction from Brewers personnel.

Brewers Baseball Camp – Appleton

9 a.m. – 3 p.m. — Fox Valley Lutheran High School — Registration required — Experience top-level baseball instruction from Brewers personnel in a fun camp setting.

Brewers Baseball Camp - Appleton

9 AM - 3 PM — Fox Valley Lutheran High School — Registration required — Experience top-level baseball and softball instruction from Brewers personnel.