Good morning, Appleton.

On Sunday, local businesses and community members raised funds during a Veterans Fundraiser Soup Off at WINEaLOT by accepting five-dollar donations for soups donated by area businesses—this event supported the all-women American Legion Post 539 and its veteran programs.

Organizers said the fundraiser highlighted the unique contributions of female veterans and encouraged ongoing community support.

On the Sunday before Veterans Day, The Barbershop.

A Hair Salon for Men in Darboy gave free haircuts to over 55 veterans—an effort started by veteran Ryan Lonergran and barber Ashley Dern to thank local heroes for their service. The event allowed veterans to reconnect over shared experiences and learn about additional benefits available to them.

Fifty years ago the Edmund Fitzgerald sank in icy Lake Superior and families from Sturgeon Bay still remember the lives lost.

The Door County Maritime Museum—displaying a letter from Gordon Lightfoot and other personal mementos—keeps the history alive as it welcomes visitors until the end of the year.

Maritime archaeologist Tamara Thomsen said that shipwreck discoveries have increased in Northeast Wisconsin waters, with 14 new finds reported last year—advanced technology such as affordable side scan sonar and remote operated vehicles has made it easier for citizen scientists to locate historically important wrecks.

Appleton Area School District already banned cell phone use in class, and the new state law signed by Governor Tony Evers took effect on July 1—district officials reported early signs of improved student focus.

Administrators noted that locking phones away during class helped keep students more engaged.

Ronan Donovan: A Journey Through Exploration

7:30-9:00 p.m. — Fox Cities Performing Arts Center — Tickets required — Explore unique perspectives through the stories of modern-day adventurers.

Weekend Jam Camp

5:30-8 p.m. — Heid Music — $225 tuition — Learn to jam in a hands-on bluegrass camp under expert instruction.

Grateful Groove Holiday Concert

7:30-9 p.m. — Fox Cities Performing Arts Center — Ticket required — Celebrate the season with a festive holiday concert featuring local performers.

Foxy Writer's Club

5-7 p.m. — The Tardigrade's Bookshelf — Free entry — A lively writing group for local authors to share ideas and gain feedback across all genres.

The Unteachables Comedy Show

4:00–5:30 p.m. — Skyline Comedy Club — Tickets available — Experience the uproarious antics of a unique group of educators turned comedians.

Sisters Christmas Catechism: CSI - Bethlehem

7-8:30 p.m. — Fox Cities Performing Arts Center — Ticket prices vary — Solve the holiday mystery that has intrigued historians in this festive performance by Sister.

Timber Rattlers Holiday Lights

5-8 p.m. — Neuroscience Group Field — $13 General Admission — Experience over a million dazzling lights synchronized to your favorite Christmas tunes amidst family-friendly activities.

Fox Valley Symphony - Hearts In Harmony

4-5:30 p.m. — Fox Cities Performing Arts Center — Tickets available — Enjoy holiday classics with local choirs and the Fox Valley Symphony Orchestra Brass and Percussion.