Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 24th of July.
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🎭 Culture
On Thursday, July 23, EAA AirVenture in Oshkosh showcased a dynamic day of aviation with NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman speaking at a 10 a.m. Warbirds presentation and a 2:15 p.m. air show featuring military demos, followed by a Memphis Belle movie screening (Theater in the Woods) at 7 p.m.
The Spirit of Freedom, a C-54 known as the Candy Bomber, returned to the EAA grounds Thursday to reenact its historic mission of dropping candy to children — echoing its 1948 legacy in Berlin.
NASA Administrator Jared 'Rook' Isaacman delivered his Warbirds in Review talk at AirVenture yesterday, July 23, featuring his personal F-5 and MiG-29 along with retired USAF leaders (Todd 'Leif' Ericson and Sean 'Stroker' Gustafson).
🏛️ Government
NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman announced at EAA AirVenture (3000 Poberezny Road) that Artemis will launch a lunar mission every year before a planned moon landing in 2028.
He added that Artemis III is scheduled for 2027 to test key systems for a long-term lunar presence during the event in Oshkosh.
🎉 Oshkosh Events
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Craft Swap
9 a.m. – 1 p.m. — Oshkosh Public Library — Free entry — Swap your unwanted craft supplies for new treasures or browse library materials.
EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2026
8 a.m. – 10 p.m. — EAA Aviation Museum — Free for youths 18 and younger — Experience the world's greatest aviation celebration with thrilling air shows and engaging workshops.
Richard's School of the Dance 78th Open House
4:30-7 p.m. — Richard's School of the Dance — Free entry — Celebrate the start of the 78th dance season with a community open house event.
Scenes from Shrek
6:00 – 8:00 p.m. — Oshkosh Public Library — Free entry — Enjoy a special preview of musical highlights from Shrek the Musical presented by the Jolly Jesters.
Custom Notebook Crafting Workshop
1-4 p.m. — Oshkosh Public Library — Free — Learn bookbinding techniques and create your own custom notebook to take home.
Drowning Pool Concert
Evening performance — Oshkosh Festivals Park — Ticket prices vary — Experience a powerful rock show with Drowning Pool's energetic hits.
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