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Fond du Lac
Saturday, May 16th, 2026
Good morning, Fond du Lac. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 16th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Children and families can explore big machines at the SSM Health Treffert Studios Touch-A-Truck event (sensory-friendly with no lights, sirens or horns) at Fond du Lac County Airport on Tuesday, May 19 from 4:30 to 6:00 p.m., with a rain date set for Tuesday, June 2 and free admission. Envision Greater FDL
- ➤ The North Fond du Lac Police Department is hosting a brat fry and vendor fair today from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the village park on Winnebago Street — proceeds will fund their new K9 unit, Rev, arriving later today. KFIZ
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Children’s Museum of Fond du Lac will offer free admission to currently serving military personnel and their families through Blue Star Museums from today until Labor Day. It also celebrates 250 years with the America 250 Grand Parade and year-end educational activities. KFIZ
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Five bowlers from Marian University earned the Dave Wrath Academic All-Conference honors after meeting a 3.3 GPA requirement. The honorees are Brianna Clemons (junior), Kylie Junak (junior), Kaitlyn Kesler (sophomore), Elana Rimer (senior), and Delanie Vogt (junior). Envision Greater FDL
- ➤ Six Fond du Lac County students were named winners of the 2026 Agri-Business Council scholarship for post secondary training in agriculture or agri business today; recipients attend UW-Madison, University of Minnesota Twin Cities, & UW-Platteville, with Sawyer Bruins also earning the Harold Reinecke Scholarship. FDL Reporter
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ NFPA data shows that home grilling fires peak in July, driven by gas grill leaks and dirty grills, and NFPA recommends keeping grills clean, checking propane tanks+ placing grills safely away from structures. Local residents can use these tips to grill safely this summer while keeping fire risks low. KFIZ
- ➤ Villa Rosa Assisted Living in Mt. Calvary is holding a free public open house on Friday, June 5 from 1–3 p.m. featuring facility tours (including Cristo Rey Ranch), free blood pressure readings, snacks, refreshments and door prizes for community members to explore available care services. KFIZ
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Bones for Life/ATM® Class
10:30-11:30 a.m. — Fond du Lac Family YMCA — YMCA Membership/or daily fee — Engage in gentle movements to improve balance, posture, and control.
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Bones for Life/ATM® Class
10:30-11:30 a.m. — Fond du Lac Family YMCA — YMCA Membership /or daily fee — Engage in gentle movements to improve balance, posture, and body awareness.
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NFDL K9 Fundraiser Live Music Benefit
4-8 p.m. — Charlie's Banquet Hall & Pub — Silent auctions and live auction — Enjoy live music and support K9 services with variety tunes and fun prizes.
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Logan Spicer Live at Ziegler Winery
2-5 p.m. — Ziegler Winery — 2-drink minimum — Enjoy authentic Southern country music while savoring handcrafted wines and scenic vineyard views.
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Bones for Life/ATM® Class
10:30-11:30 a.m. — Fond du Lac Family YMCA — YMCA Membership/or daily fee — Engage in gentle movements to enhance balance, posture, and body awareness.
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Bones for Life/ATM® Class
10:30-11:30 a.m. — Fond du Lac Family YMCA — YMCA Membership or daily fee — Engage in gentle movements designed to enhance movement, balance, and posture.
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Mr. P's Gym Games
11 AM – 12 PM — Wonder — Included with Play — Enjoy an engaging and energetic session of active games led by Mr. P.
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Sunset on the Water Live Music
2-8 p.m. — Sunset On The Water — Free — Enjoy live music by THE DOWN GLOW at this scenic venue in Fond du Lac.
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Bones for Life/ATM® Class
10:30–11:30 a.m. — Fond du Lac Family YMCA — YMCA Membership or daily fee — Engage in gentle movements to enhance balance, posture, and body awareness.
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Pups Purrs & Paints
11 AM - 3 PM — Fond du Lac Beer Company — Free — Enjoy a day of fun with raffles, painting, and adoptable animals at this community event.
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