Good morning, Evansville.

The new Boonville aquatic center opened on Friday morning with a ribbon cutting ceremony and now offers summer swimmers an Olympic-size pool, water slides, and interactive play features.

The $21.6 million facility charges $5 admission and plans to add a splash pad soon (expanding family fun).

Evansville's Shop for a Cause Yard Sale will be held this weekend at North Park Nursing home indoors due to rain, with every purchase helping senior home employees facing financial hardship as the event marks its third year.

It Takes A Village partners with St. Vincent de Paul Food Pantry to collect 500 non-perishable food items to help feed local families.

Donations may be dropped off at 1417 Stockwell Rd + contributions support the drive until July 25.

A fallen tree closed both lanes of St. Joseph Avenue (between Bement Avenue and Buchanan Road) as crews work to clear the blockage.

Evansville dancers from the University of Evansville Silver Aces will travel to Washington, D.C. from July 2 to 5 to perform in the National Independence Day Parade+ they will showcase a 30-minute routine on Constitution Avenue to celebrate America’s 250th anniversary.

The Evansville Oral History Archives project, funded by EVPL Foundation and led by Joe Atkinson, now preserves hundreds of interviews on events like the 1925 tornado and 1977 basketball plane crash.

EVPL will release themed collections monthly (starting with weather disasters) via its digital archives and YouTube channel.

Evansville's city-owned Lorraine Pool on the East Side did not open as scheduled Friday, June 26 due to weather delays and unexpected hiccups.

Officials say no new opening date has been set — work continues to complete safety checks.

Today at the VHS low-cost spay & neuter clinic, the Humane Society partners with Pet Friendly Services of Indiana and United Spay Alliance to host a feline spay/neuter wet lab starting just after 7:30 a.m. The event is not public as it trains local veterinarians to boost low-cost surgery access.

Franklin Street Bazaar

9 a.m. - 1 p.m. — EVPL West — Free entry — Enjoy storytime, free yoga, and live music while browsing local vendors.

Craft Club Night

6-8 p.m. — Warehouse 410 — Creative fun for all — Enjoy an evening of creativity and connection at Craft Club.

One Nation Live

9:00 PM — KC's Time Out Lounge and Grill — Ticket info available — Experience live Southern rock and country with One Nation.

Date Night/Bff: Two of a Kind

6:30-8:30 p.m. — Painting with a Twist — Check website for pricing — Create a unique painting with step-by-step guidance from local artists while enjoying snacks and drinks.

SWIRCA Keys & Cocktails Dueling Piano Night

7-10 p.m. — SWIRCA — Tickets on sale — Enjoy interactive musical entertainment, comedy, and dancing for a great cause.

Vanderburgh County Fair

3-11 p.m. — Vanderburgh 4-H Center — $10 entry for ages 10+ — Experience the thrill of livestock shows, motocross, and live concerts at this beloved local fair.

Drum Corps International

7 p.m. — Francis Joseph Reitz High School — Ticket prices vary — Experience the thrilling performances of top drum corps.

Sean Chambers Live at Mojo's Boneyard

7-11 p.m. — Mojo's Boneyard Sports Bar & Grille — $30 — Experience an electrifying evening of Blues Rock with Sean Chambers and The Savoy Brown Rhythm Section.