Good morning, Fond du Lac.

SSM Health donated $20,000 on September 24 to local programs that support homeless families and domestic violence survivors—funds that will provide emergency shelter, crisis intervention, and housing support at the St. Katharine Drexel Shelter and Solution Center.

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Fond du Lac County celebrated one year in their new mentoring center—transforming the space into a welcoming hub for youth, volunteers, and families—and marked progress on their $1.95M capital campaign with $1.25M raised so far.

The Alzheimer’s Association will host the Walk to End Alzheimer’s on October 4 at Fond du Lac High School — participants will join a Promise Garden ceremony to share memories and honor those affected by the disease.

Former Milwaukee Brewers player Bill Schroeder is set to serve as the honorary statewide chair as families and friends come together in support.

Culver's will bring back its popular Curderburger as part of its month-long Curdtoberfest in October—marking its fifth run—while a new Jalapeño Cheese Curd will debut on October 15th and last until October 31st or while supplies last.

The Fond du Lac County Health Department and Healthcare Access Action Team launched a Transportation Resource Guide on September 24 to help residents without rides get to medical appointments and pharmacy visits.

The guide—available in both English and Spanish—lists options for Fond du Lac, Ripon, and Waupun/Beaver Dam areas and can be found online or in printed form.

SSM Health Fond du Lac Regional Clinic will offer seasonal flu vaccinations at multiple sites starting October 1, including sessions at its main location and partner clinics in Fox Lake, Ripon, Waupun, and Campbellsport.

Many clinics require appointments while some welcome walk-ins — COVID-19 vaccines may also be provided if available and special guidelines apply for children and pregnant women.

Froedtert ThedaCare Health unveiled a new visual brand identity that unites its more than 25,000 team members—who work as physicians and clinicians—under a shared Mission and Vision aimed at improving care for residents in Fond du Lac and beyond.

Marian University women's volleyball (Sabres) lost to St. Norbert in the NACC opener (25-23, 25-17, 25-15) as the team saw an early lead quickly overcome by the Green Knights.

The loss marked Sabres’ 16th defeat against St. Norbert in their series.

Freshman Charlotte Touw of Marian field hockey earned CFHC Offensive Player of the Week recognition after scoring three goals over the weekend — a pair against Keuka and a game-winning overtime goal against Nazareth — and she has totaled 19 points in six games this season.

Marian will face Concordia Wisconsin on Sunday, Sept. 28 at noon.

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 movement awareness.

Build A House Bingo

9:30 p.m. — Fraternal Order of Eagles Aerie 270 — $50 — Enjoy Italian cuisine while playing bingo to support Habitat for Humanity and win exciting prizes.

The Spine Stealers Concert

7:30-9:30 p.m. — Thelma Sadoff Center For the Arts — $15-18 — Experience spooky folk music inspired by dark lakes and nostalgia as you kick off the concert series.

Bones for Life/ATM(R) Class

10:30-11:30 a.m. — Fond du Lac Family YMCA — Membership or daily fee required — Engage in gentle movements to enhance balance and body awareness.

Valley Fox Live Performance

7:30-9:30 p.m. — Thelma Sadoff Center For the Arts — $15-$18 — Experience a Midwestern folk power trio blending bold harmonies with gritty string music.

Downtown Fond du Lac Farmer's Market featuring Live Music

8 AM – 12 PM — Downtown Fond du Lac Partnership — Free entry — Enjoy fresh fall produce and live tunes while grabbing a breakfast sandwich and a cup of coffee.