Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 5th of June.
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🏘️ Community
Ingleside Hotel is launching Music on the Lawn, a free summer concert series offering local music, food trucks, Eagle Park Brewing beer, and lawn games (from 6 to 9 p.m.) on select dates starting June 11 for both guests and the public.
The village board approved an $8.98 million plan for a new baseball and softball complex on 17 acres south of Main Street in Sussex; construction will begin late 2026 and the facility is expected to open in 2028.
The Waukesha County Historical Society museum is hosting free admission Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. to celebrate Les Paul’s birthday with treats, activities and crafts (while supplies last).
Fox River Congregational Church will celebrate its 25th anniversary this weekend at N34-W23575 Capitol Drive in Pewaukee - founded in 2001, the church will mark the milestone with a special service for its community.
🏛️ Government
At Tuesday’s council meeting, residents criticized Mayor Alicia Halvensleben’s proclamation declaring June as Pride Month—arguing that it lacked public input and was divisive—while the mayor defended her decision as consistent with the city’s vision of welcoming all families.
📰 Lifestyle
On June 4, the Humane Animal Welfare Society took in nine beagles released from Ridglan Farms in southeast Wisconsin.
The shelter said it is better prepared to care for the dogs (compared to previous arrivals) while adoption dates remain unknown.
🎉 Waukesha Events
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Art in Nature Workshop
9-10 a.m. — Retzer Nature Center — $8 per child; adults free — Explore and create art inspired by the natural beauty around you.
GuitarTown Music Festival
12-8 p.m. — Cutler Park — Free entry — Experience a day-long musical celebration in downtown Waukesha transforming into GuitarTown.
Waukesha Civic Band Concerts
8-9 p.m. — Cutler Park — Free entry — Enjoy a family-friendly summer concert featuring local musicians with a variety of engaging music.
Independence Day Fireworks Celebration
6-10 p.m. — Lowell Park — Free entry — Celebrate America's independence with a beer garden, food trucks, and a spectacular fireworks show.
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