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Hey Green Bay 👋

Fall’s sneaking up on us, isn’t it? 🍂 I swear, just yesterday it was cookouts and late sunsets, and now we’re talking football weekends, cooler evenings, and that first hint of leaves starting to turn.

Honestly, this is one of my favorite times of the year. There’s just something about the mix of cozy nights, community events, and the buzz around Lambeau that makes Green Bay feel extra alive. For me, it’s grabbing comfort food with the family, watching the kids run around at local events, and maybe sneaking in a bingo night or two (don’t judge 😅).

I hope as you flip through this week’s Buzz, you find something that makes you smile, gets you out into the community, or gives you one more reason to love where we live.

Here’s to good food, good people, and making the most of September.

Cheers.

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📌🏈 Businesses Gear Up for Lambeau Weekend

It’s game week in Titletown, and that means downtown Green Bay is buzzing. From sports bars to local shops, businesses are stocking up and staffing up for the Lambeau Field crowds.

🍻 Expect packed patios, special game-day menus, and plenty of green and gold everywhere you look.
🛍️ Local retailers are also bracing for the surge, ready to welcome fans hunting for last-minute gear and souvenirs.
🚗 Reminder: traffic around Lambeau will be heavier than usual. Plan if you’re heading into the area.

Whether you’re tailgating, bar-hopping, or just soaking in the atmosphere, it’s set to be one of those weekends that make Green Bay shine. 🌟

📌Nearly $160K Invested in Women & Girls Across Northeast WI💜 

Here’s something to cheer about: 13 local nonprofits are getting a boost of $159,500 thanks to the Women’s Fund of Greater Green Bay.

✨ Where the money’s going: These grants will fuel programs that mentor young girls, expand childcare access, support survivors, empower women aging out of foster care, and uplift women and children experiencing homelessness. Other projects include leadership development for Indigenous women, cultural and educational programs for Black and Brown girls, and health initiatives for women of color.

🌱 Why it matters: This is more than funding; it’s an investment in stronger families, thriving communities, and brighter futures for women and girls across our region.

🙌 The Women’s Fund, part of the Greater Green Bay Community Foundation, gives out grants twice a year. This summer’s grant cycle was powered in part by community fundholders, who contributed over $75,000 to make it happen.

Want to learn more or get involved? 👉 womensfundgb.org

 📌9/11 Day of Service

This Thursday, flags across Wisconsin will fly at half-staff in remembrance of September 11. Gov. Tony Evers has also declared it a State Day of Service and Remembrance, calling on Wisconsinites to honor the nearly 3,000 lives lost with acts of kindness and community service.

💙 How you can take part:

• Volunteer locally (find opportunities at Volunteer Wisconsin)

• Do something kind for a neighbor

• Take a quiet moment to reflect and remember

The spirit of 9/11 was one of unity. Let’s keep that alive here in Green Bay.

Green Bay Women’s Shelter Plans Expansion

St. John’s Ministries is looking to expand its women’s shelter from 58 to 70 beds and operate year-round instead of just November through April.

👉 Why it matters: Last winter, the shelter hit capacity more than a dozen times, turning to mats on the floor to keep women safe from the cold. With over 80 unsheltered people in Brown County, the need is growing.

📌 What’s next: The Green Bay Plan Commission has already approved the expansion request. The Common Council will vote next week on whether to move the project forward. If approved, St. John’s could start a pilot program in May 2026.

🍜Golden Thai Shines in Green Bay

If you’ve ever tracked down the Eggrolls Inc. food truck around town, you already know the magic. Now, owners Sopa and Pao Vang have brought their flavors to a brand-new brick-and-mortar spot: Golden Thai Restaurant!

✨ On the menu: authentic Thai favorites like pad Thai, curry, fried rice, and (of course) their famous giant egg rolls.

📍 Location: 2050 Main Street, Green Bay (right next to their original food truck kitchen)
🕐 Hours: Mon–Sat: 11 AM – 8 PM Sun: Closed

This family-owned gem is all about scratch-made recipes, warm hospitality, and big flavors that bring people together. Perfect for your next night out or a flavorful lunch stop.

🏡 2490 Deckner Ave, Green Bay – $295,900

✨ Spacious 4 bed, 3 bath home with 2,578 sq. ft. on nearly a ½ acre lot in a great location. Built in 1959, this home blends classic charm with room to grow.

Highlights:

• 🛋️ 2 living areas perfect for family gatherings

• 🚗 2-car garage

• 🌳 Outdoor space to enjoy

• 🛏️ 4 bedrooms + 3 full bathrooms

• 📅 Open House: Saturday, Sept. 13

📍 Listed by Heather VandenLangenberg, Keller Williams Green Bay
🔗 View full listing + photos

🎶 Live Patio Vibes at Mulva!

Mark your Thursday night plans, the Mulva Cultural Center is hosting Seth James live on the patio from 5–8 PM!

🌼 Fresh air, good music, and no ticket needed (yep, it’s free!). Grab a friend, sip something cold, and enjoy the tunes as the sun sets.

📍 Where: Mulva Cultural Center Patio
🕔 When: Thursday, 5–8 PM

🎲 All Saints Bingo – 20 Years of Fun!

Calling all lucky streaks ✨ All Saints Bingo is celebrating 20 years in Denmark!

📍 Where: Gatherings 43 – 623 De Pere Rd, Denmark
🕔 When: Mondays | Doors open 5 PM | Bingo starts 6:30 PM
💰 Progressive Jackpot: Payouts of $2,000+ weekly

Upcoming dates: Sept 15, 22, 29

👮‍♂️ Play Patrol with GBPD

This Thursday, September 11, the Children’s Museum of Green Bay is teaming up with the Green Bay Police Department for a hands-on hour of fun.

Kids can:
🎲 Play & explore
🤝 Build positive connections with local officers
🚓 Learn more about the people who keep our community safe

📍 Children’s Museum of Green Bay
⏰ Thursday, Sept. 11 | 11 AM – 12 PM

👉 Part of the museum’s Reaching New Heights campaign. More info: playgbcc.com

🎭 Evergreen Theater Auditions

The Evergreen Theater is gearing up for its beloved holiday tradition- The Best Christmas Pageant Ever- now in its 36th year locally!

📅 Auditions:

• Monday, Sept. 15 & Tuesday, Sept. 16

• 4:30–6:30 PM
  📍 1662 Morrow Street, Green Bay

✨ Ages 5+ welcome to audition, and no experience is needed. It’s a blended show featuring both young actors and adults, perfect for anyone ready to shine on stage.

About the show: Based on Barbara Robinson’s play, the story follows the infamous Herdmans, the “worst kids in the world”, as they hilariously shake up the town’s annual Christmas pageant. Expect chaos, laughs, and heartwarming moments.

👉 Details at: evergreentheater.org

💃Dance Classes with Green Bay Parks

Get your groove on, registration is still open for Green Bay Parks, Recreation & Forestry’s fall dance classes!

👯 Ages 3+
📅 Tuesdays, Wednesdays, or Thursdays
🕒 Classes begin at the end of September
💲 $130 residents / $165 non-residents (+ $30 poms fee for Poms class)

✨ Options include: Tap & Tumble, Tap/Ballet, Tap/Jazz, Preschool Dance & Movement, Ballet/Jazz, Contemporary, Intro to Theatre & more!

Spots are filling fast — sign up today 👉 greenbaywi.gov/dance

🗑️ Bulk Household Drop-Off in Green Bay

Got clutter piling up? Green Bay residents can now drop off bulk household items at the city’s Municipal Garages. Just bring proof of residency.

📍 Locations

• East Side: 1820 Mills Street (use entrance on Deckner Ave)

• West Side: 519 South Oneida Street (use Redwood Dr. off West Mason St.)

🕐 Hours

• Mon–Thu: 7 a.m. – 3 p.m.

• Fri: 7 a.m. – 6 p.m.

• 2nd & 3rd Saturdays: 7 a.m. – 12 p.m.

✅ Accepted: Furniture, bikes, grills (propane tank removed), lawn furniture, swing sets, mattresses, snowblowers (drained), and more.
❌ Not accepted: Appliances, electronics, carpet, paint, propane tanks, TVs, concrete, yard waste.

💸 Fees if left curbside (2025 rates):

• $100 for up to 3 cubic yards

• $205 for 3–10 cubic yards

• $305 for over 10 cubic yards

• Electronics: $65 each

• Appliances: $35 each ($51 for fridges/freezers)

📞 Questions? Call Green Bay DPW: (920) 448-3535

Full details: greenbaywi.gov

🏞️ City Hall Pops Up at the Park

City Hall is coming to the neighborhood! This Thursday, September 11, head over to Ted Fritsch Park from 3:30–5:00 PM for the first-ever Pop-Up City Hall.

🌟 Meet Mayor Genrich and connect directly with City staff; they’ll be on hand to share resources, answer questions, and hear what matters most to YOU.

It’s all happening in a relaxed, park setting, perfect for conversation, connection, and community. Everyone’s invited!

🐾 Jobs at the Wisconsin Humane Society – Green Bay Campus

Want a career where you can truly make a difference in the lives of people and animals? The Wisconsin Humane Society is hiring!

Open roles include:

• 🩺 Certified Veterinary Technician

• 💉 Vaccine Clinic Coordinator / Veterinary Assistant

• 🐕 Veterinary Assistant

• 📈 Development Associate

• 🌎 Outreach Program Manager

• 🙋 Volunteer Coordinator

• 🐾 Assistant Shelter Operations Manager (Racine & Ozaukee Campuses)

• 🐶 Adoption Counselor / Animal Care Technician (full-time & part-time)

• 🏠 Foster Specialist

Learn more & apply 👉 wihumane.org/employment

🌳 Job Opening: Senior Landscape Architect

The City of Green Bay Parks, Recreation & Forestry Department is hiring a Senior Landscape Architect to help shape the future of our public spaces.

💰 Salary: $80,933 – $85,717/year
🕒 Type: Full-time, salaried
🎓 Requirements: Bachelor’s degree required; WI Landscape Architect license highly desirable
🌟 Perks: Competitive pay, supportive team environment, no residency requirement

If you’re passionate about building vibrant, healthy, and welcoming spaces for the community, this is your chance.

👉 Apply here: governmentjobs.com/greenbaywi

That’s the buzz for this week. 🐝

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Stay local. Stay buzzing. And maybe see you at one of the events. Don’t forget to say Hiiiii!

MH.