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StoryWalk Season Is Back at Lakeside and Hamilton Park.
by ShaneRich · 4/23/2026
If you walk Lakeside Park as much as I do, you’ve probably seen these and maybe didn’t even realize what they were at first. I remember going on one of my normal walks and noticing pages of a kids book posted along the path. At first I thought it was just some random display, but then I realized… it
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The Breakroom
by Darren Goodpaster · 4/11/2026
In the heart of Fond du Lac, Wisconsin, there’s a place where the lights stay warm, the drinks stay cold, and the music never stops—welcome to The Breakroom. More than just a neighborhood bar, The Breakroom has carved out a reputation as one of the area’s most dependable venues of live music. On
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A Holiday I Didn’t Always Get to Be Part Of.. Easter Sunday
by ShaneRich · 4/5/2026
Easter always kind of sneaks up on me, but at the same time it feels like that turning point. You start to feel winter finally loosening its grip, the days are getting longer, and you just know summer is right around the corner. You go from bundling up every day to thinking about being outside again
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Zeiegler Winery
by Darren Goodpaster · 3/29/2026
Tucked just outside Fond du Lac in the rolling countryside of Malone, Ziegler Winery has built a reputation as more than just a place to enjoy a glass of wine—it’s a destination where live music, community, and scenic beauty come together. Whether you're a casual listener or a devoted music fan, thi
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The Prayer Pantry
by ShaneRich · 3/22/2026
When faced with sadness, anger, frustration, confusion, etc, do you shy away from those emotions or do you use them as fuel? For Marlee, these emotions were the kindling that initiated the Prayer Pantry. Starting at the end of January 2026, Marlee says the pantry was born from a place of wanting to
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Shakey Joes Bar and Grill
by Darren Goodpaster · 3/14/2026
Located in the welcoming small town of Mount Calvary, Shakey Joes Bar and Grill has become a favorite gathering place for locals and visitors looking for great food and lively entertainment. Known for its friendly atmosphere and small-town hospitality, Shakey Joes offers the perfect combination of d
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Shut Up & Dance: Bringing Energy and Community to Downtown Fond du Lac
by Kristin Santini · 3/8/2026
Shut up & Dance Keeps Downtown Moving In the heart of downtown, Shut up & Dance continues to bring energy, creativity, and community together through the power of dance. A longtime part of the downtown scene, the studio offers a welcoming environment where people of all ages and skill levels
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Thelma Sadoff Center
by Darren Goodpaster · 3/1/2026
Live Music & Concert Experiences at THELMA: Fond du Lac’s Premier Arts Stage In the heart of downtown Fond du Lac’s Arts and Entertainment District, the Thelma Sadoff Center for the Arts—known locally as THELMA—has become one of Wisconsin’s most dynamic destinations for live music and concert
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The Passenger Lounge Brings Live Music To Fond du Lac’s Historic Train Depot
by ShaneRich · 2/21/2026
There’s something really special about seeing a historic Fond du Lac building come back to life, and that’s exactly what’s happening inside the old Railway Depot. Now transformed into The Passenger Lounge, the beautifully restored space officially opened its doors Thursday as a live music and event
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Oddball Arts
by Ashley Ernst · 2/15/2026
Have you ever seen those beautiful window paintings throughout local businesses? Have you seen the bold, colorful murals in Fond du Lac and surrounding areas? Chloe Tschudy, owner of Oddball Arts is the one painting the city, adding splashes of color throughout Fond du Lac. Chloe has won Best Painte
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A Fond du Lac Winter Tradition Returns: Sturgeon Spectacular 2026
by ShaneRich · 2/8/2026
Every February, winter in Fond du Lac comes alive in the best possible way with the return of Sturgeon Spectacular, a signature downtown festival that celebrates everything we love about the season. Always held the second weekend of February, this year’s event runs February 13–15, 2026, bringing loc
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Learning Through Play: Inspired Builders at the Children’s Museum of Fond du Lac
by ShaneRich · 2/1/2026
Learning and play go hand in hand, especially for kids. Some of the best growth happens when children are building, exploring, pretending, and asking questions without even realizing they are learning. Fond du Lac has great spaces that encourage curiosity, creativity, and hands-on discovery in ways
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Born From Demand, Built for Women: Knockouts Gym
by Voltage Bloom · 1/22/2026
Knockouts Gym, owned by Molly Tynan, was born out of both passion and community demand. Molly began teaching women’s kickboxing in 2021 at Unified Martial Arts in Fond du Lac, where she had been training in MMA since 2017. At the time, Unified Martial Arts was no longer offering a women’s kickboxing
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Not Just “Another Pizza Place” The Stone Pizzeria & Pub
by Shawn Ness · 1/18/2026
Several years ago, when I was studying the world barbecue trail, I ran across the barbecue team Hot Grill On Grill Action and became Facebook friends with one of their team members. Around 2017 he started focusing on wood-fired pizza which intrigued me to the point I was learning along from Facebook
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Experience Blindness Firsthand at Fond du Lac’s Dinner in the Dark
by ShaneRich · 1/11/2026
A unique event is coming to Fond du Lac – the first-ever Dinner in the Dark, giving residents the chance to experience what life is like for someone who is blind or visually impaired. The event takes place April 10 at Avenue 795, and tickets have been reduced to just $40 each. Guests will choose bet
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Galentine’s Day Brings Shopping, Sipping, and Community Downtown
by ShaneRich · 1/4/2026
Galentine’s Day is coming to Fond du Lac on Friday, January 31st, and it’s shaping up to be the perfect excuse to grab your friends and spend the day downtown. The event runs from 9 AM to 3 PM and is all about celebrating friendships, supporting local businesses, and turning an ordinary winter day i
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The Magic of Lakeside Park Lights
by ShaneRich · 12/28/2025
Each winter, Lakeside Park transforms into one of Fond du Lac’s most beloved holiday traditions, glowing with Christmas decorations and festive lights that draw families back year after year. The park’s holiday displays have been a symbol of togetherness and seasonal joy for generations. While a dev
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A Downtown Staple Turns 20: The Coliseum’s Anniversary Celebration
by ShaneRich · 12/21/2025
Last night, The Coliseum Sports Bar & Grill celebrated a big one. Twenty years. What started as a downtown sports bar back in 2005 turned into one of those places everyone in Fond du Lac seems to have a story about. Games on the TVs, drinks flowing, music playing, and that familiar buzz you only
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Kooking With Kelly: Bringing Local to the Table
by ShaneRich · 12/14/2025
Kooking With Kelly is one of those ideas that just makes sense. Kelly and her family genuinely love to cook, and she’s always made an effort to buy local whenever possible. Supporting local farmers, makers, and producers has been part of her everyday life, so sharing what she’s cooking and where it
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Warm Up in Downtown Fondy: The Soup Walk Is Back!
by ShaneRich · 12/7/2025
There’s just something special about Downtown Fondy in the winter. The snow on Main Street, the lights in the shop windows, and that little buzz you feel when you know you’re supporting the community you love. And for me… there’s no better excuse to wander downtown than the Downtown Fond du Lac Soup
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