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It's that time again, your weekly roundup of what's happening right here in Green Bay.

Nothing fancy. Just your neighbor keeping you in the loop.

Here's what caught my eye this week. 👇

Green Bay alders approved new rules for short-term rentals Tuesday evening after months of collaboration between city officials and property owners.

The ordinance requires posted house rules that include parking requirements, on-street parking restrictions, noise expectations, and contact information for a designated local contact person.

City officials will also maintain a database of all short-term rentals, and permit applications must now include additional information. Incomplete applications will be rejected.

If a property receives a nuisance complaint, the owner must attend a correction meeting with the city before a permit can be suspended or revoked. Owners also have the ability to appeal complaints before the city’s plan commission.

City officials say the goal is to reduce nuisance complaints while giving neighbors clearer ways to address concerns with nearby rentals. Green Bay currently has 456 short-term rental properties, with two more going through the application process

The 2026 Give BIG Green Bay community fundraising event wrapped up with an impressive $3,692,659 raised to support local organizations across the area. Nearly 5,954 donors contributed, benefiting 50 nonprofits throughout Greater Green Bay.

Several organizations topped the leaderboard, including NeighborWorks Green Bay, HER Alliance, the GBAPS Education Foundation, the Boys & Girls Club of Greater Green Bay, and New Community Shelter.

The annual event, supported by the Greater Green Bay Community Foundation and the Green Bay Packers, remains one of the region’s biggest days of local giving.

The City of Green Bay has hired design and engineering firm ISG to oversee construction of a new pavilion at Leicht Memorial Park, part of a larger redevelopment plan aimed at bringing more activity downtown.

Construction is expected to begin on March 12 with a targeted completion date of December 4. The project must be finished within nine months to secure about $5 million in local tax district funding tied to the development.

The pavilion will include a biergarten-style gathering space, and future phases could add an amphitheater, walking paths, and river access along the Fox River.

City officials estimate the finished project could attract around 150,000 visitors each year and generate roughly $9 million in annual economic impact for the area.

A building in downtown Green Bay is now for sale. The former Chefusion restaurant at 307 N. Broadway closed in early January, and the building is listed for sale or lease on LoopNet.

The listing price is $575,000, which includes all equipment and furniture.

The building was built in 1930, has two stories, and is 3,612 square feet.

The real estate agent is James Wheeler from Naipfefrle.

More information here.

If you need a little pick-me-up this week, Delights Bakery and Cafe has plenty of options. Think pastries, cupcakes, cookies, and beautiful desserts that almost look too good to eat.

They’re open several days a week for coffee and baked goods if you’re in the De Pere area and want to stop in for something sweet.

📍 143 N Wisconsin Street, De Pere

Hours
Tuesday – Thursday: 9 AM – 3 PM
Friday: 9 AM – 6 PM
Saturday: 9 AM – 3 PM
Sunday & Monday: Closed

A good excuse to grab coffee and treat yourself halfway through the week.

Warm up those vocal cords. Karaoke night hits CStreet Pub every Thursday from 9 PM to midnight. Grab a drink, grab the mic, and bring your friends for a fun night out in downtown Green Bay.

📍 CStreet Pub
📍 312 Cherry St, Green Bay
⏰ Thursday | 9 PM – 12 AM

Expect a mix of classics, crowd favorites, and a few brave performances.

The Children’s Museum of Green Bay is hosting a special event celebrating women working in science, technology, engineering, art, and math. Families can meet women in STEAM careers and take part in hands-on activities designed to inspire the next generation.

📍 Children’s Museum of Green Bay
📍 1230 Bay Beach Road, Green Bay
⏰ Member morning: 9–10 AM

📍 Richard Craniums, Green Bay
🗓️ March 8 | 1–4 PM

A chili cookoff fundraiser is taking place at Richard Cranium’s to benefit White Paws German Shepherd Rescue. Chili bowls are available for $10 while supplies last and include five voting tickets.

The event also features booze raffles and a 50/50 raffle, with prizes awarded for the top chili entries.

Saturday, March 7 | 1–6 PM
Titletown – 1065 Lombardi Ave, Green Bay

Fire on High and Jesse Fuller Music will be at the Titletown Crawl event. Attendees can enjoy drinks, food, and live music.

Looking to try something new without committing to a membership?

The Green Bay Kroc Center is offering a $5 Day Pass Special on Friday, March 6.

Visitors can explore the facility, take a fitness class, swim in the pool, shoot hoops in the gym, or try out something new at the Kroc Center for the day.

Bring a friend, lift some weights, take a swim, and see what the Kroc has to offer.

Green Bay Area Moms is hosting a playdate takeover at Big Cheddar Bounce, where kids can jump, play, and burn off energy while the space is closed to the public.

It is a relaxed morning for families to hang out while the kids bounce.

🗓 Monday, March 9
⏰ 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
📍 Big Cheddar Bounce

💲 $5 per child
👶 Kids 23 months and under are free

The NEW Zoo & Adventure Park is hosting a Girl Scout Badge-in-a-Day workshop focused on Animal Habitats.

Girls will learn about how animals live, what they need to survive, and how habitats work. It is hands-on, interactive, and a great way to complete a badge in just one morning.

🗓 March 7
⏰ 9:30–11:30 AM
📍 NEW Zoo & Adventure Park

Registration is open for troops and leaders.

👉Info here

The Mom Walk Co. Green Bay is hosting a gymnastics open play at SAGA Sports Gymnastics in Suamico.

Kids will get the chance to explore the gym, practice balance and coordination, swing on the bars, walk the beam, jump into the pit, and run around the tumbling floor. Basically, the perfect indoor energy burner.

🗓 Thursday, March 5
⏰ 10:00 – 10:45 AM
📍 SAGA Sports Gymnastics, Suamico

Spots are limited to 40 kids, so registration is recommended.

👉 Details

Gigi’s Pizza Napoletana is hosting another hands-on pizza-making class this Saturday at The Flour Pot.

Participants will learn the full process. Dough, stretching, topping, and baking authentic pizza from scratch. Then you get to eat what you make.

🗓 Saturday, March 7
⏰ 4:00 PM
📍 The Flour Pot

Spots are limited, and the class usually fills up.

👉 Reserve your spot

If you love animals, this is basically pet heaven. The Green Bay Pet Expo brings together rescue groups, vendors, demonstrations, and animals of all kinds, all under one roof.

You can meet adoptable pets, shop for pet gear, learn from experts, and enjoy plenty of entertainment for the whole family.

🐾 Pets are welcome, too. Just sign a waiver and make a $2 donation supporting the Brown County Sheriff’s K9 unit.

📍 Resch Expo
🐕 Leashed or contained pets only

👉 Event details here

The YWCA Greater Green Bay is hosting a presentation on neuroplasticity, the brain’s ability to adapt, change, and form new pathways throughout life.

This session will explore how neuroplasticity affects habits, learning, healing, and lifelong growth. It will be presented by LeRina Tipping from the Brain Center of Green Bay.

🗓 Tuesday, March 10
⏰ 10:00 – 11:00 AM

Registration is required.

👉 Register here.

The March Madness Market is bringing together local crafters, small businesses, and vendors at The LedgeCrest Reserve for a weekend of shopping and browsing.

You’ll find handmade goods, boutique items, and unique local finds, plus plenty of opportunities to discover new small businesses from around the area.

✨ Free to attend
🎁 The first 20 guests receive a complimentary gift bag

🗓 Friday, March 6 | 5:00 – 8:00 PM
🗓 Saturday, March 7 | 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
📍 The LedgeCrest Reserve, De Pere

The De Pere Christian Outreach Thrift Store has been serving the community since 1990, originally founded by eight local churches with just $100 and a vision to help families in need.

Today, the volunteer-run thrift store continues to support the community. Proceeds from purchases help fund programs like a local food pantry, Christmas assistance for families, and support for basic needs like rent, utilities, and gas.

It’s a great place to find affordable treasures while supporting a mission that gives directly back to the local community.

📍 506 Butler St, De Pere

👉 Learn more at deperechristianoutreach.org

The De Pere Parks, Recreation & Forestry Department has opened its spring tree order program, giving homeowners the opportunity to have a tree planted in the terrace area between the sidewalk and curb.

🗓 Orders are due by March 20

The Green Bay Botanical Garden is now booking event spaces for bridal showers, baby showers, and private gatherings.

Their light-filled indoor spaces offer flexible layouts, garden views, and access to both indoor and outdoor areas. It is a great option for hosting an event without needing to decorate much because the surroundings already do the work.

✔ Up to 100 guests
✔ Flexible layouts
✔ Natural light and garden views
✔ Indoor + outdoor access

If you have a 2026 shower or celebration coming up, this could be a great spot to check out.

👉 Learn more about hosting your event here

The City of Green Bay has opened the search for a new Fire Chief to lead the Green Bay Metro Fire Department, which serves Green Bay, Allouez, and Bellevue.

The department includes about 220 firefighters across 8 stations and responds to more than 18,500 calls each year.

The role will oversee fire prevention, suppression, and emergency medical services while continuing the department’s long-standing tradition of service to the community.

Candidates should have leadership experience in fire service along with strong budgeting and partnership-building skills.

👉 Apply or learn more at greenbaywi.gov/jobs

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

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