Good morning, Appleton.

The Fox Valley Family Resource Center will open on Oct.

10 at the former Trout Museum of Art building at Houdini Plaza & 111 W. College Ave., offering play space and free services for families. The center has launched a fundraising campaign and is nearing its $8M goal.

At a July 15 meeting, Appleton Common Council voted 6-6 on a resolution to continue a trial truancy ticket system that expired June 30 — leaving school officials to rely on other interventions to boost student attendance.

Wildfire smoke from Canada is keeping air quality unhealthy across much of Wisconsin, with alerts in effect until noon Friday and likely extended near Lake Michigan.

Meteorologist Kevin Wagner said relief is not expected until early next week (models show stable northerly wind conditions).

Gridiron Air will bring the Arizona Cardinals’ Boeing 777 to EAA AirVenture in Oshkosh on July 20.

The plane will park on Boeing Plaza to allow public tours before it departs immediately after the Opening Day air show.

Camp KA with Karate America

7 a.m. — Karate America — Registration open — Dive into martial arts with Camp KA sessions throughout July and August.

Camp KA Registration

7 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Karate America — Registration open — Join the fun with exciting karate sessions this summer in Appleton.

Stand-Up Comedy with Josh Blue

7-10 p.m. — Skyline Comedy Club — 2-item minimum required — Enjoy a night of laughs with acclaimed comedian Josh Blue, known for his unique humor and improvisational style.

Josh Blue Stand-Up Comedy Show

9:15-10:30 p.m. — Skyline Comedy Club — 2-item minimum — Experience the laughter and improvisational skills of comedian Josh Blue, renowned for his unique storytelling and humor.

Lansing Lugnuts vs. Wisconsin Timber Rattlers

6:40-7:40 p.m. — Neuroscience Group® Field at Fox Cities Stadium — $5.00 — Enjoy a magical Princess Night at the ballpark with fireworks and a family picnic.

Andrew Dismukes Stand-Up Comedy

6-9 p.m. — Skyline Comedy Club — 2-item minimum purchase required — Enjoy a night of laughs with comedian and SNL writer Andrew Dismukes.

Eric Eaton: Comedy and Magic Show

7:00 p.m. — Skyline Comedy Club — Ticket prices vary — Experience a night of laughter and magic with the talented Eric Eaton.

Nike Basketball Skills Camp

9 a.m.-3 p.m. — Community First Champion Center — $399 — Enhance your basketball skills with expert coaching and fun activities in Appleton, WI.