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Hey Waukesha, hope your week’s off to a good start!

In today’s wallet-friendly edition: Learning meets recovery at a university clinic, Irish dance for St. Patrick’s, and mystery crystal art night + lots of fun things to do for free.

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📰 In the news

Executive transition at lender: Waukesha-based First Federal Bank of Wisconsin promoted Steve Wierschem to president and CEO in February, succeeding Edward Schaefer, who had led the community bank since 2016 — read the full story.

Where learning meets recovery: Carroll University’s CURE Clinic in Waukesha pairs students with patients for rehab, benefiting both. A stroke survivor’s progress shows how the program builds skills and hope close to home — learn how the program works.

Raised medians and curb ramps: Waukesha’s Board of Public Works approved a grant for safety upgrades at Sunset and Guthrie, a known crash hotspot, with construction targeted for 2031. Planned changes include LED stop signs — get all the details.

Nothing prepares you for a pet emergency: I learned that the hard way after charging $10k to a credit card for life-saving surgery on my cat, Miss Stache. As soon as we got home, I signed up for Spot. It’s super affordable – and reimburses up to 90% of the bill.

Highlights this week:

• Celebrate St. Patrick’s with Irish dance
• Get a baseline memory screening
• Enjoy Springs Waterpark and support Woodside

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Stacked sub happiness: Big Bear Deli Sandwiches stacks generous, made-with-love subs and toasty paninis with really fresh fixings, plus cozy soups for gray days. Expect classic flavors, hearty portions, and a first bite that brightens even long days.

A nearby nature reset: Minooka Park offers woodsy loops, winter sledding and skiing when snow shows up, and a dog area that guarantees happy zoomies, all close enough for a midweek sanity reset. It’s even better with a friend, and the pines have a way of quieting notifications.

Bring on the giggles: Downtown Waukesha’s Jest For Fun Joke Shop stocks beginner-to-pro magic tricks, classic pranks, and trading cards. Need a quick pick-me-up or a new party trick? It’s the kind of place that makes you feel like a kid again, with goofy gags, decks, and surprises.

Why your last diet didn’t work: Sustained weight loss is nearly impossible with diet alone. Your body literally fights back by making you hungrier the moment you start restricting calories. That’s why more doctors are recommending GLP-1s. The best part? Getting them has never been easier. We compared three programs to help you find the right fit. See which ones stood out →

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📆 Free events worth checking out

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All events are subject to change without notice. Always check official event pages for the most up to date information.

📚 Tuesday English Classes @ W240N3103 Pewaukee Rd., Pewaukee, WI, United States, Wisconsin 53072 | Tuesday (3/10) at 6:30 PM – Free English classes for adults are happening Tuesday evenings at the International Friendship Center at Christ Pewaukee, all levels welcome, no pop quizzes. Come for confidence and conversation, stay for the friendly vibe, and finally make peace with commas. Details and sign-up at christpewaukee.org/ifc.

🌦 “Shifting Weather Patterns: What to Know and Look Out For” @ Waukesha County Expo Center | Wednesday (3/11) at 10:45 AM – Weather whiplash got you juggling snow blower, sunscreen, and flannel? Hit this free, in-person Badger Talk in Waukesha as Amanda Latham of the Wisconsin State Climatology Office explains shifting patterns, what to watch, and how to adapt. No livestream, registration coming.

🧠 America’s Pub Quiz Trivia @ Hop Harvest & Vine (Pewaukee) | Wednesday (3/11) at 6:30 PM – Nothing beats a midweek brain flex with comfort food, a pint, and friends who swear they’re not competitive. America’s Pub Quiz takes over The Hop with smart questions, cozy vibes, weekly prizes, and free entry. Pro tip, grab a clue online before you stroll in.

🎲 Xtreme Bar Bingo @ Maddy’s Bar and Music Lounge | Thursday (3/12) at 7:00 PM – Xtreme Bar Bingo hits Maddy’s with free cards, rowdy laughs, and Brian calling the balls like he was born for it. Expect prizes, drink specials, and that sweet feeling of winning without spending a dime. Get there early, claim a table, thank me later.

🔮 Mystery Crystal Art Night @ Sienna Moon (Pewaukee) | Friday (3/13) at 5:30 PM – Skip the noise and try this free, gently guided crystal art night, where you pick a crystal on gut instinct, breathe a little, then paint a few intuitive marks with eyes closed. Think therapy you can hang, minus the copay.

🍀 St. Paddy’s Day (Almost!) @ Good Harvest Market and Hop Harvest & Vine (Pewaukee) | Saturday (3/14) at 5:30 PM – Whether you can still nail the chorus to The Wild Rover, or just hum into your pint, Hop Harvest & Vine is throwing an almost St. Paddy’s under a heated pavilion. Sing-along starters, Milwaukee trio áthas, happy hour, kitchen open, no cover, rain or shine.

☘ McNamara McCarthy School of Irish Dance @ Pewaukee Public Library | Tuesday (3/17) at 9:45 AM – Irish step is taking over the library, with McNamara McCarthy’s students kicking through traditional dances and jigs for a St. Patrick’s warm-up. It’s free, no sign-up, just you, the dancers’ thunderous footwork, and the rare chance to clap loudly in a library.

Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →

📻 Waukesha report

Weather forecast

Today – High: 47°F – Low: 33°F – Precip: 34%

A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms between 4pm and 5pm, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly sunny. High near 47, with temperatures falling to around 42 in the afternoon. Northeast wind 10 to 15 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%. Later: A chance of showers and thunderstorms before 7pm, then rain and a chance of thunderstorms. Cloudy, with a low around 33. Northeast wind 10 to 15 mph. Chance of precipitation is 90%. New rainfall amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible.

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Tomorrow – High: 38°F – Low: 24°F – Precip: 63%

Rain likely before 10am, then rain and snow likely. Cloudy, with a high near 38. North wind 15 to 20 mph, with gusts as high as 30 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch possible. Later: A chance of snow before 7pm. Partly cloudy, with a low around 24. Northwest wind 5 to 15 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.

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