Happy weekend, Manitowoc! In today’s happening-today edition: Special Olympics standouts, a tribute to the Scorpions, and a chunky knit blanket workshop + events worth checking out today & tomorrow.
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01 — Worth knowing In the newsThree local stories this week, plus a few worth your money.
Fall run across the Midwest: Born of Osiris will kick off a fall 2026 U.S. tour in Manitowoc on September 12, with stops continuing through September 26. Tickets went on sale Friday -- see the full tour dates.
Broadband expansion ahead: Comcast announced an expansion bringing high-speed internet to over 5,000 Manitowoc and St. Croix homes and businesses, including Baldwin and Woodville, with first customers expected by late 2026 -- get the full details.
Local athletes earn spotlight: Manitowoc’s Preston Bjarnarson and Luke Smith were selected to represent Wisconsin at the 2026 Special Olympics USA Games in Minnesota, where over 3,000 athletes will compete across nine sports -- read the full story.
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03 — On our radar
Local business spotlightNearby spots we'd actually send a friend to.
Low-key win tonight: When the group text spirals into “I dunno, somewhere good,” The Fat Seagull is that dependable Manitowoc move. Cozy bar energy, cold pours, and crowd-pleasing bar-food staples... the kind of spot where you show up for one and somehow stay for the story.
Dial in your aim: Whether you’re brand new or dusting off skills, T&L Tactical Firearms & Range gives you a 10-lane indoor spot to practice, try rentals, or take classes like Conceal Carry and Intro to Pistol. Bonus points for in-house Cerakote, laser engraving, and even supervised full-auto sessions.
Camp without the schlep: Vista Road Campground is your low-key, close-to-home reset when you want fresh air, a little stargazing, and a night that still fits your Monday. Roll in, unplug for a bit, and feel smug about doing vacation without even leaving Manitowoc.
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05 — The event calendar Around town today & tomorrowOur favorite events going on the rest of this weekend. Dates, times, and locations are subject to change. Always check official event pages before heading out.
🎸 Tribute to the Scorpions @ PetSkull Brewing | Saturday (6/20) at 2:00 PM – PetSkull Brewing is going full 80s with Scorpions and Cinderella tributes, and the show is free. Expect searing solos, big choruses that will rock you like a hurricane, and enough swagger to reawaken your air guitar, then leave the cooler at home.
🧩 Glass Fused Artist Tile @ Inky Blues Community Art Center (Two Rivers) | Saturday (6/20) at 2:00 PM – Play with fire, safely, and make your own 4x4 fused glass tile, anything from abstract to floral to delightfully funky. You will cut, layer, and learn the fusing basics, ages 16 plus. $35 per person, limited seating, and far more satisfying than reorganizing the garage.
🧶 June 20th Chunky Knit Blanket Workshop @ The Nook | Saturday (6/20) at 4:00 PM – Ready to knit a blanket with nothing but your hands and a glass in reach? The Nook hosts a chunky-knit workshop for beginners and pros, with cozy vibes, good food, and forgiving yarn. Leave with a blanket, a new skill, and bragging rights.
🎹 Jazz Piano Night @ Cool City Brewing Company (Two Rivers) | Saturday (6/20) at 6:00 PM – Take a breather from the week and slide into Cool City Brewing Co. for Jazz Piano night with Blues Louis back at the keys. Grab dinner, park at your table, and let the bluesy swing do the lifting while you pretend this counts as culture.
🧘 108 Sun Salutations @ Neshotah Beach (Two Rivers) | Sunday (6/21) at 6:00 AM – Greet the Summer Solstice at Neshotah Beach with 108 Sun Salutations, a tradition that sounds intense but feels cleansing. Longest day, coffee, and chance to let go of what no longer serves and welcome new energy, with modifications and breaks built in. All levels welcome.
🐎 Branch River Riding Club Annual Horse Show @ Manitowoc Expo Center | Sunday (6/21) at 8:00 AM – If you've been waiting for a sign to trade screen time for saddle time, the Branch River Riding Club's annual horse show is it. Double judged means twice the ribbons, twice the scrutiny, and twice the bragging rights, all with that ringside chatter we love.
💕 Romance Road Trip @ TBD | Sunday (6/21) at 12:00 PM – Whether you’re a die-hard romance reader or just romance-curious, Wisconsin’s first mostly-romance bookmobile is rolling into Stevens Point with local makers, sips, and snacks. Browse the shelves, chat with neighbors, and pretend the Green Circle is your Paris, minus the jet lag. Live music & entertainment:
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06 — The Manitowoc report Weather forecastToday — High: 74°F — Low: 53°F — Precip: 22%
A slight chance of rain showers after 3pm. Sunny, with a high near 74. West northwest wind 8 to 12 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible. Later: Partly cloudy, with a low around 53. North northwest wind 2 to 7 mph.
Tomorrow — High: 67°F — Low: 53°F — Precip: 12%
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