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

In today’s wallet-friendly edition: Backstage tours at The Weidner, the spring walleye run, and a community baby shower with the Packers + lots of fun things to do for free.

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📰 In the news

First repave since 2005: Green Bay’s Shawano Avenue will get a temporary mill and pave early this summer, a smoother ride ahead of a larger WisDOT reconstruction planned for 2031 — see what’s planned this summer.

Bridging therapy and exercise: Emplify Health by Bellin will move its physical therapy services into a 3,000-square-foot clinic at the West Side YMCA in Howard, aiming to double capacity. Construction begins in April — learn how the partnership works.

Spring fishing heats up: Anglers hit the Fox River in De Pere as the walleye spawning run gets going. Experts say it could stretch into May. Regulations allow one fish over 28 inches — get details on timing and limits.

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:

• Walk in to make seasonal décor
• Experience Branson’s award-winning country-gospel show
• Free community baby shower with Packers

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Fresh-baked bread alert: Scott’s Subs stacks fresh-baked loaves with house-roasted beef and pork, crisp veggies, and scratch-made sauces that hit. The Green Bay East spot turns out warm, gloriously messy subs all week, resulting in handhelds that are equal parts comfort and chaos, in the best way.

Your midweek nature reset: When cabin fever hits, Bay Beach Wildlife Sanctuary delivers miles of wooded trails, wildlife viewing, and a calm you feel within minutes. It’s the largest park in the Green Bay system, perfect for easy, low-stress fresh air time any weekday.

Hands-on fun, zero screens: Whether your crew loves RC cars, model kits, trains, puzzles, or a legit board-game night, Fast & Fun Toy and Hobby is your friendly spot to spark new hobbies and keep hands busy. Expect real advice from real hobbyists, plus ideas that outlast battery life.

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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🎭 Drop-In Tours of The Weidner @ The Weidner | Tuesday (3/10) at 12:00 PM – Take a free backstage tour of The Weidner, peeking into rehearsal and performance spaces, the 16-foot wooden organ, and a Dale Chihuly chandelier. A rare look at the machine behind the magic. Drop in at the front entrance, no sequins required.

🥁 Drum Circle and Sound Healing Session @ Art is Medicine | Wednesday (3/11) at 6:00 PM – Trade small talk for a groove at this free drum circle and sound healing session, calmer than networking and cheaper than therapy. Jay Scheidecker steers the rhythms while you de-stress, breathe, and reset. Bring a drum, or borrow one, plus a chair, mat, or blanket.

🎲 Neighborhood Board Game Night! @ Book Stop | Friday (3/13) at 6:00 PM – Trade small talk for small victories at Book Stop on Military’s neighborhood board game night, borrowing from their stash or bringing your sly favorite. Classics, family games, party picks, and RPGs welcome, neighbors too. Free, perfect for shaking off the Green Bay winter blahs.

🍲 Food with Friends Potluck @ West Side Moravian Church | Saturday (3/14) at 12:30 PM – Nothing beats a neighborhood potluck where the casseroles have backstories. Bring a dish, your best small talk, and maybe a serving spoon to West Side Moravian Church, and meet the neighbors you nod at on dog walks. Store-bought, and kids, welcome.

🎻 Youth Orchestra Program Spring Concert @ Weidner Center Dr, Green Bay, WI 54311, United States | Sunday (3/15) at 4:00 PM – Grab a seat and let the next generation handle the crescendos. Over 160 students from 35-plus schools turn practice into goosebumps at this spring concert. No tickets, just toss a donation at the door, then brag you support the arts.

🐾 New Pet Parent Workshop @ Buddy’s Vets – East | Monday (3/16) at 6:00 PM – Thinking about adding fur to the family, or already did and overwhelmed? Join this free workshop with Sarah and Amelia, seasoned CVTs, for daily care basics, nutrition, health, common challenges, and a short Q&A. Open to everyone, no pets allowed, your sofa will thank you.

🍀 The Speako Celts @ St. Brendan’s Inn | Tuesday (3/17) at 5:00 PM – Closing out St. Paddy’s properly with free live music as The Speako Celts swing from traditional reels to raucous Celtic punk, guitar, violin, accordion, and percussion in tow. Real instruments, real pints, minimal shamrocks, and yes, you’re allowed to sing louder than the fiddle.

Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →

📻 Green Bay report

Weather forecast

Today – High: 42°F – Low: 31°F – Precip: 19%

A chance of rain showers between noon and 4pm, then a slight chance of rain. Mostly cloudy. High near 42, with temperatures falling to around 40 in the afternoon. Northeast wind 10 to 16 mph, with gusts as high as 26 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%. Later: Rain likely before 8pm, then rain and snow likely between 8pm and 4am, then snow likely and freezing rain likely and a slight chance of sleet. Cloudy, with a low around 31. Northeast wind 10 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 24 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%. New snow accumulation of less than half an inch possible. Little or no ice accumulation expected.

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Tomorrow – High: 38°F – Low: 23°F – Precip: 58%

Snow likely and sleet likely and freezing rain likely. Cloudy, with a high near 38. North wind 9 to 13 mph, with gusts as high as 23 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%. New snow accumulation of less than one inch possible. Little or no ice accumulation expected. Later: A chance of snow before 7pm. Partly cloudy, with a low around 23. Northwest wind 3 to 8 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%. New snow accumulation of less than half an inch possible.

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