Good morning, Waukesha.

Journey21 held its 'Don't Stop Believin' gala on October 2 at the Valerie in Oconomowoc with 355 attendees — its president and CEO Judie Taylor said the event raised close to $400,000 — to support local programs.

Waukesha County Business Alliance ended Manufacturing Month with its annual Manufacturing Voices program where leaders from Generac, KDV Label, and Rely Contract Manufacturing discussed workforce challenges, automation, artificial intelligence, and company culture—Buckley Brinkman shared trends from the 2025 Wisconsin Manufacturing Report supported by partners including Froedtert Health and First Business Bank.

Hundreds of Oconomowoc students worked with Tony Memmel—a musician born with one hand who taught himself guitar—to write a new anthem for the city’s 150th anniversary.

The song debuted Tuesday at the arts center and today Oconomowoc High School is hosting a celebration concert that features student choirs and bands.

Waukesha County will honor service members who died while serving in wars this week ending Nov.

1—remembrances will include veterans from Vietnam, Korea and other conflicts—such as Ronald Alan Ross, who died on Oct. 31.

Jeff and Debbye Sprang of Delafield turned their empty nest into a YouTube channel that explores hidden gems in Wisconsin and the Midwest—balancing full-time jobs and film trips to share local attractions with viewers.

They also invite fans to suggest new spots to visit.

Southeast Wisconsin Festival of Books

4-8 p.m. — Carroll University — Celebrate literature with discussions, readings, and signings from over 50 authors.

Holiday Folk Fair International 2025

2-9 p.m. — Wisconsin State Fair Park Exposition Center — Parking fees may apply — Celebrate multicultural heritage with music, dance, and traditional foods over this three-day festival.

Milwaukee Turkey Trot 5k/8k

8:45 a.m. — McKinley Park — Entry fee not specified — Celebrate Thanksgiving with a fun run and enjoy a donut at the finish line.