Good morning, Oshkosh.

On May 20, local volunteers helped non-profits during the Fox Valley Day of Caring by cleaning carts and pulling weeds at the Neenah-Menasha YMCA and Saint Joseph’s Food Program, freeing up resources for groups that support the community.

The new trackless Menominee Park Train debuts Saturday, May 23 at 10 a.m. after a 9:30 a.m. ribbon cutting at the depot near the Community Playground in Oshkosh; it will offer rides every 20 minutes through Labor Day.

Rising gas prices have led Fox Valley families to seek emergency help for rent and utilities at the Menasha LEAVEN office on May 19.

LEAVEN (serving Calumet, Outagamie, and northeastern Winnebago counties) expects to help more households this summer as costs continue to climb.

Appleton International Airport expanded service on May 20 with Allegiant’s first nonstop flight to Los Angeles, while American, United, and Delta add flights and larger jets to key hubs & offer new travel options for Fox Cities travelers.

The Oshkosh Area School District hosted its tenth annual C.A.R.E.

Days event on Wednesday at Oshkosh West High School (Celebrating Abilities, Rallying Everyone) as over 150 adapted physical education students and more than 275 high school volunteers joined track events and activities to foster inclusion.

The Oshkosh Area Humane Society warns residents against kit-napping kittens by sharing a Facebook flow chart with steps for caring for abandoned kittens (call experts if they appear hurt or sick, look for their mom if younger than six weeks, and contact the shelter if older).

Copper Box Live Concert

7-9 p.m. — Thelma Sadoff Center For the Arts — Free entry — Experience an energetic live performance from Copper Box combining folk, polka, rock, blues, and jazz.

KPop Dance Camp

1:30 – 3:30 PM — Richard's School of the Dance — Register now — Immerse yourself in the vibrant world of KPop dance with this exciting summer camp.

Tabletop Minions Expo 2026

10 a.m. - 5 p.m. — Oshkosh Marriott Waterfront Hotel & Convention Center — $12 — Experience wargaming demos, painting classes, and open play with vendors at this exciting convention.

KPop Dance Camp

1-3 p.m. — Richard's School of the Dance — Register today — Dive into KPop dance with energetic sessions for all skill levels.

Backdrop Painting Workshop

3-4 p.m. — Oshkosh Public Library — Materials provided — Get creative and paint a theater backdrop in this fun, hands-on workshop.

2nd Annual Oshkosh's Funniest Comedian (Preliminary Round 2)

7-10 p.m. — Oshkosh Arena — Ticket prices vary — Witness the best up-and-coming standup comedians battle for laughs and glory in a thrilling crowd-driven competition.

Fox Cities Roller Derby Doubleheader

5-7 p.m. — Oshkosh Arena — Ticket prices vary — Experience a thrilling doubleheader featuring the Midwest’s top roller derby talent in an action-packed evening.