Good morning, Racine.

At the Racine campus, WHS explains that nearly 10 years ago it stopped labeling dog breeds on its website and in its shelters — less than 1% of a dog’s DNA determines their look — to help adopters focus on each pet's unique personality and needs.

The center now advises potential adopters to look beyond breed labels when considering a new companion.

Icing Queens has opened a new studio inside Maltworks and will host its Halloween Spooktacular Weekend from October 10–12 featuring beginner-friendly cookie decorating classes for $30 per person—each class will include six themed cookies, supplies, and recipes provided by founder Miranda Cook. The event marks a milestone for the studio and will offer Racine residents a fun way to enjoy creative baking.

New water safety measures have been installed at Carre Hogle Park in Racine in response to summer drownings — which claimed two children — to help prevent further tragedies.

Racine Children’s Theatre returns for its 93rd Season with Snow White, a quirky retelling told from the villain’s view, at the Racine Theatre Guild (ages 4 and up) and will run from October 3 to October 5; ticket options include individual $7 tickets and $20 season passes available at 2519 Northwestern Avenue.

Film critic Chuck Koplinski reviews two films screening in Racine — 'Dead of Winter,' a thriller featuring Emma Thompson and 'Eleanor the Great,' Scarlett Johansson’s directorial debut that provides local viewers insight into new releases.

Pillar Health Racine Clinic exceeded expectations in its first two months by offering integrated services for children and adults in a Racine neighborhood that lacked health resources — the clinic now continues to provide expanded care.

Downtown Racine Fall Wine Walks

1-6 p.m. — Downtown Racine Corporation — $40 General Admission, $70 VIP — Sip on 20 fine wines and 10 brews while exploring 30 local businesses by Lake Michigan.

Comedy Night with Frank Roche and Dan West

6-9 p.m. — Buckets Pub 2nd Round — Dinner included — Get ready for a night of laughter with the hilarious duo Frank Roche and Dan West.

Life Drawing

10 a.m.–12 p.m. — RAM's Charles A. Wustum Museum of Fine Arts — Cost varies — Explore the beauty of the human form through drawing nude models while learning essential techniques.

Free Fall Family Fun Fest 2025

1-4 p.m. — RAM's Charles A. Wustum Museum of Fine Arts — Free admission — Celebrate Halloween with art activities, a costume contest, and a spooky scavenger hunt.