Member News
Samaritan Cash Raffle tickets now available
Tickets are now on sale for the Agnesian HealthCare Foundation’s annual Samaritan Cash Raffle, with the top prize of $50,000. The 2023 drawing is scheduled for noon on Wednesday, May 10 on the Greater Fond du Lac’s Facebook page. First prize is $50,000; second prize,...
Envision Greater Fond du Lac expands hours, locations to connect with local entrepreneurs and small business owners
Envision Greater Fond du Lac will now have established hours to assist entrepreneurs and small business owners throughout Fond du Lac County. Raina Lyman, Director of Small Business and Entrepreneurship, will hold regular hours at locations throughout Fond du Lac...
YP of the Month – Lexi McGrath (April 2023)
First and Last Name: Lexi McGrath Hometown: Fond du Lac What Brought you to Fond du Lac: I was born here! Place of Employment and Position: Klapperich Real Estate, Realtor! What do you enjoy the most about your career? I’ve built so many blissful relationships...
Ribbon Cutting at Fond du Lac Cyclery
Envision Greater Fond du Lac hosted a ribbon cutting with member organization, Fond du Lac Cyclery, to celebrate the new ownership of the shop. Alyssa and Bart Hallgren recently took over the reigns as the new owners of this long-standing community staple in downtown...
Dock Spiders to Serve Bob’s Pizza at Herr-Baker Field
Legendary Pizza for a Legendary Team The Fond du Lac Dock Spiders have teamed up with Bob’s Pizza, a Fond du Lac tradition since 1969, for a legendary partnership. The multi-year alliance will elevate the Dock Spiders game-day experience for fans visiting Herr-Baker...
Youth, teens invited to show their best #bookface to win at FDLPL
What’s your #bookface? Youth and teens are invited to participate in the Fond du Lac Public Library’s first-ever bookface competition. Replace your face with a book cover, then take a picture! Children’s entries (under 11) should be sent to [email protected] and...
Stretch your dollar with Money Smart Wisconsin and Food for Fines at FDLPL
Discover ways to secure your financial future during April at the Fond du Lac Public Library. Every year, during Financial Literacy Month, the library offers library users a chance to shrink their fines through Food for Fines. The library will waive $1 in fines for...
Career help available for formerly incarcerated & justice impacted individuals at FDLPL
Know someone seeking employment after release from jail or prison? Join Dr. Chelsea Brehmer on Saturday, April 29 at noon in the McLane Room of the Fond du Lac Public Library for Re-Entry Career Assistance for Formerly Incarcerated and Justice-Impacted Individuals....
Discover “Words in Art” during exhibit by Open Door Artists at Langdon Gallery
Join the Open Door Artists of Fond du Lac as the group hosts its 14th-annual exhibit at the Langdon Divers Gallery from April 5 to May 2. The gallery is located inside the Fond du Lac Public Library. Fourteen area artists provided pieces to the gallery based on the...
Bouquets and robots? Get crafty at the library in April at the Fond du Lac Public Library
What do flower bouquets and junk-drawer robots have in common? You can create both during fun craft events in April at the Fond du Lac Public Library. On Monday, April 3, join Bad Art Night to celebrate the mediocre, the tacky, and the campy as you create a unique...
Create an easy-sew bowl cozy with the Idea Studio at the Fond du Lac Public Library
Want to spruce up a plain-looking bowl around the house? Join the Idea Studio at the Fond du Lac Public Library on Wednesday, April 19 at 6 p.m.for Let’s Make: Easy Sew Bowl Cozy. Participants ages 13+ may earn their badge for use of the Idea Studio’s sewing machine...
Learn about the life and history of area artist Lester Schwartz during History at Home
Artist Lester Schwartz enjoyed a life that included painting in Bali to working for the Works Progress Administration to a 33-year period as the Artist in Residence at Ripon College. Learn more about his life and his work during History at Home at the Fond du Lac...
USDA Unveils Resource Guide to Help Rural Colleges and Universities Identify Resources to Improve Facilities and Educational Opportunities for Students
U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development Under Secretary Xochitl Torres Small today announced USDA is launching a resource guide to help colleges and universities in rural areas find low-interest loans and grants to build or improve their facilities,...
Anthony J. Ahern and John Buelow Join National Exchange Bank & Trust Board of Directors
National Exchange Bank & Trust Chairman of the Board, Peter E. Stone, announces the election of Anthony J. Ahern, president and COO of J.F. Ahern Company, and John Buelow, executive vice president and president for Mercury Marine, part of the Brunswick...
Rick Nelson Celebrated 30 Years at National Exchange Bank & Trust
Rick Nelson celebrated 30 years of service to National Exchange Bank & Trust on March 22, 2023. Nelson joined the bank in 1993 as a vault attendant. In his current role as ATM & purchasing coordinator, Nelson helps balance and service the bank’s ATMs, order...
National Exchange Bank & Trust Announces Leadership Changes
National Exchange Bank & Trust Chairman of the Board Peter Stone announced today that James Chatterton, president and COO, will retire from the bank after 35 years of service, and Eric Stone, current CEO, will assume the President/CEO combined role. Chatterton had...
Dock Spiders Announce Full Promotional Calendar
Giveaways, Daily Specials, Theme Nights/Days, Movie Nights, and Special Appearances Highlight the 2023 Slate The 2023 Fond du Lac Dock Spiders promotional schedule has something for everyone! The home slate features 18 giveaway items, Daily Specials each day and night...
Easter EGG-stravaganza at the Children’s Museum
The Children’s Museum of Fond du Lac is “egg-cited” to present its annual Easter event on Saturday, April 1. Online or in person registration for the Easter EGG-stravaganza is now open. Families are invited to register for egg hunts beginning at 9:00 am, 12:00 pm or...
Mercury Pro Team Angler Jeff Gustafson Wins 2023 Bassmaster Classic
Canadian pro earns first Classic title as four of the top five spots go to Mercury-powered pros on the Tennessee River Mercury Marine, a division of Brunswick Corporation (NYSE:BC), congratulates Mercury Pro Team member Jeff “Gussy” Gustafson on his win at the...
2023 Earth Day Fair to include Bumble Bee Training and Film Screening
The Earth Day Fair returns to Founder’s Hall at the motherhouse of the Congregation of Sisters of St. Agnes (CSA) at 320 County Rd K in Fond du Lac. On April 22, 2023, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., the public is invited to interact with Earth-focused exhibitors and...