Where beautiful, carefully restored historic buildings from the past meet a present filled with contemporary amenities, complemented by plenty of fun experiences to be had and modern-day conveniences — that’s what visitors will find as they immerse themselves in the city of Sheboygan Falls. The city, located just to the southwest of Sheboygan and about READ MORE
In the 1960s, ’70s and even the ’80s — in what many of us remember as the golden age of downtowns — the city of Shawano was a hub of excitement and experiences. There was shopping for penny candy and other trinkets at Schultz Bros. Five and Dime, the delicious smell of donuts wafting from READ MORE
Once called “Cookie Town USA,” Ripon, located near Green Lake in Fond du Lac County, looks and acts as charming as it sounds. But it’s not just the frivolous and fun that put the city on the map. Celebrating its 175th anniversary this year, the city of about 8,000 boasts a history and industrial footprint READ MORE
The iconic lighthouse, expansive beach and boardwalk, and water recreation might draw you into the city of Algoma, but it’s the strong welcoming demeanor of its people that will make you want to return time and time again. “People are going to say hello, they’re going to ask you questions. We’re very accommodating,” Rosemary Paladini, READ MORE
Worth the Drive Gardens Spring and summer in Wisconsin are magic. Warm days with cool breezes reign supreme, and create the perfect environment for strolling. Luckily, the landscapes are pretty great too. Look no further than our worth-the-drive gardens. From storybook tie-ins to expansive spaces on Lake Michigan and acres upon acres of sweeping flowers, READ MORE
Our Local Models Mirror the Greats Fox Cities Magazine has been revealing the Swimsuit Issue for 23 years. Throughout that time, themes have encompassed time periods (Hello, 1980s!), used the location as a guide (Appleton International Airport, Hearthstone Historic House Museum, etc.), or focused on the face. This year, we’re combining all three, plus a READ MORE
JUNE June 7-8 | Cheese Capital Festival The day will start off with a cheese themed parade, follow up with activities featuring cheese-such as a cheese eating contest, cheese ingredient cooking contest, cheese wedge race in the river, and finish the day with a family music festival. Downtown Plymouth. www.plymouthwisconsin.com June 7-9 | Annual Lighthouse READ MORE
Fun Beverages to Try This Summer Summer has hit the city and we’ve never wanted to stroll in the sunshine more. Partly because in at least one hand we’ll be sipping the unique and refreshing—not to mention colorful and selfie-worthy!—beverages of the Fox Cities. From milkshakes and bubble tea to shaved ice and “dirty” soda, READ MORE
Public Displays in the Fox Cities Art is undeniably one of the ways our community connects and fosters relationships. There’s something about the bright murals, eclectic sculptures and overall unique nature of our area’s public art that starts conversations and bonds us. Below, some of our Fox Cities’ neighborhood favorites from those in the know. READ MORE
“Your Place on the Water” Celebrates Its Past, Present and Future While Menasha was incorporated as a city in 1874 for which the community celebrates their Sesquicentennial this year, their rich history begins far earlier. Native Americans—beginning with the Winnebago tribe—were the first settlers on Doty Island in the 1630s, giving way to the Fox READ MORE
