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🎉Green Bay’s Weekend Lineup Is STACKED (Don’t Miss This)
🎤 Country music, 🚒 fire trucks, 🧼 summer splash zones, and all the best local picks.
Mike Higgins
June 06, 2025
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Hey Green Bay! ☀️
The sun’s out, the pools are open, and this weekend is stacked with everything from metal shows and rummage sales to lighthouses and flea markets. Whether you're looking to chill at a park, catch some live music, or hunt for hidden gems around town, we’ve got your weekend game plan covered.
Grab your shades, bring your friends, and let’s make the most of these long June days.
🐝TL;DR: Quick hits on what’s happening around the Bay this week
Ready for a weekend that actually feels like summer? 🌞 Here’s what’s buzzing:
💦 Pools officially open — grab your suit, kids, and head out
🎶 Josh Turner is live & free at Titletown on Saturday night. Country fans, don’t miss it.
🛍️ West Side Rummage Sale is back all weekend with block after block of treasures.
🧺 Flea Market @ The Razz on Sunday — funky finds, vintage vibes, and cool locals.
🤘 Metal Night at The Razz Friday if you like your weekend loud.
🍩 Donut 5K + 🏃 Youth Triathlon — burn some calories, then eat them back.
🗺️ Grassy Island Lighthouse is open for rare public tours!
🧃 Plus: Food Truck Friday, Live in the Garden, and the Saturday Farmers Market.
This isn’t a “maybe we should go out” weekend. This is a “clear your calendar” kind of weekend.
Let’s go, Green Bay. 👇
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🧭 Onward we go...
📰New Stories of the Week in Green Bay
📌Big News: Joannes Aquatic Center Upgrade Hits $11.4M
Green Bay’s Joannes Aquatic Center redevelopment plan has grown to $11.4 million, up from $9.45M. The city will tackle the improvements in three phases, starting in Fall 2026.
Phase 1 ($2.2M):
Aqua Zip, hammock garden, shade, basketball hoops, and mechanical upgrades.
Phase 2 ($1.6M):
Water slide tower, drop slide, more mechanical fixes.
Phase 3 ($7.5M):
New restrooms, splash pad, lazy river, pedal track, yard games & more.
The expansion is meant to boost visitors and revenue—but the city is still short 19 lifeguards before pools open this weekend.
📌🏟️ Campus Upgrade at NDA
Notre Dame Academy is getting a major facelift thanks to a successful $9.3M capital campaign.
🔹 New stadium turf and track renovations
🔹 Tennis courts redone by September
🔹 Upgrades to classrooms, science labs, and security
Athletes, students, and the whole community will benefit. First home football game on the new turf? August 29 vs. De Pere.
📌 Coal Piles Are (Finally) Moving
After decades of debate, the Brown County Board has officially approved an agreement to relocate the massive coal piles on Green Bay’s riverfront.
📍 Instead of the Pulliam site, the coal will go to the Fox River Terminal, clearing the way for major redevelopment along the Fox.
💡 What’s Next:
35 acres open for new use
$15M state grant secured
A future mix of light industrial + commercial/residential development
Big win for riverfront access, city aesthetics, and long-term growth
It’s a pivotal step in reshaping the heart of Green Bay. 👏
📌 🎓 Medical Milestone in De Pere
On June 6, 18 new doctors from the Medical College of Wisconsin–Green Bay walked across the stage at St. Norbert College, celebrating the completion of their accelerated, three-year program.
Each graduate earned their Doctor of Medicine degree and is now headed into residency—with many expected to return and practice right here in Northeast Wisconsin.
🩺 Why it matters:
This program is helping solve Wisconsin’s growing doctor shortage. About 80% of students are local, and with 25 alumni already practicing nearby, it’s creating a strong pipeline of physicians who understand and serve our community.
👏 Cheers to the Class of 2025!
⛽ Coming Soon: New Kwik Trip on Mason Street
Construction is underway on Kwik Trip #24 in the Green Bay area—this time on West Mason Street.
📍 Location: 1027 W. Mason St.
🏗️ Project cost: $1.5M | Size: 9,000 sq ft
🚪 Entrances: West Mason & Gross Ave
🌱 Includes stormwater landscaping (no car wash)
🗓️ Tentative Opening: October 24, 2025 (weather permitting)
Kwik Trip also has a 23rd location opening soon in Suamico.
🧠 Civic Growth: Green Bay Wants Your Voice
The City of Green Bay is looking for residents to serve on local boards and commissions—from zoning and urban planning to public art and bike safety.
🛠️ Current openings include:
Zoning & Planning Board of Appeals
Brown County Planning Commission
Traffic, Bicycle & Pedestrian Commission
Public Arts Commission
💬 Why it matters: These boards directly influence how Green Bay grows and operates—and this is your chance to get a seat at the table.
📝 Apply or learn more:
🔗 greenbaywi.gov/BoardMemberApplication
🌮 Now Open: The Taqueria in Bellevue
If you're craving authentic Mexican street food, there’s a new go-to in town:
The Taqueria just opened at 2409 Monroe Rd, Bellevue, bringing the bold flavors of Tijuana and Guadalajara to the Green Bay area.
🧂 What’s on the menu?
Ceviche, raw oysters, shrimp cocktails
Quesabirria tacos
Dishes featuring cheek and tongue (yes, really)
Co-owner Eli Saad, whose family hails from Jalisco, says their mission is to “educate people” on real-deal flavors. And once they try it? “They love the seasoning.”
🕒 Hours:
Sun–Thurs: 11 AM – 9 PM
Fri–Sat: 11 AM – 10 PM
🏡 Real Estate Watch: Edgewater Beach Gem Hits the Market
Looking for lake life without leaving Green Bay? A newly listed property at 5015 Edgewater Beach Rd just hit the market—and it's turning heads.
📍 Located in northeast Green Bay near Wequiock, this 3-bed, 2-bath home boasts:
2,634 sq ft of living space
A 5-car garage
Lakeside views and upscale updates
Listed at $699,900
⏱ Just 2 days on the market
📅 Open house: June 7
With Green Bay's median home prices rising 11.6% YoY, premium properties like this show the market's momentum—especially in scenic pockets like Edgewater Beach.
🏡 Fresh on the Market: Affordable Find in Allouez
Just listed on June 6: 3712 Libal St, located in the heart of Allouez, offering an affordable way to break into the Green Bay housing market.
🔑 $199,900 | 4 bed • 1.5 bath • 1,764 sq ft
🚘 2-car garage | Built-in 1966 | Contingent after 1 day
💰 Est. monthly payment: ~$1,324
💡 Price per sq ft: $113
This home is already contingent after just one day, showing how quickly well-priced properties are moving—especially in popular neighborhoods near Doty Elementary and Southwest High.
Looking to cool off? The city’s three public pools open this Friday, just in time for summer fun.
🕐 Hours:
Mon–Thurs: 12–7 PM
Fri–Sun: 12–6 PM
📍 Colburn Pool
1025 S. Fisk St. — Diving board, lap swim, concessions
📍 Joannes Aquatic Center
1430 E. Walnut St. — Slides, tot area, volleyball, zero-depth entry
📍 Resch Aquatic Center
1058 Reed St. — Climbing wall, whirl cove, drop slide
💧 Daily & seasonal passes are available.
The Wisconsin Humane Society – Green Bay Campus is at critical capacity with nearly 400 dogs in care. They urgently need adopters and foster families.
🐾 Adoption Fees Reduced:
Now through Wednesday, June 11
Dogs 6 months and older: $75
“Benchwarmers” (longer stays): only $25
👉 Learn about fostering: wihumane.org/foster
Even temporary fosters make a big difference—spread the word or stop in today and meet your new best friend!
The De Pere Parks, Recreation & Forestry Department, in partnership with the Wisconsin Park & Recreation Association, is offering discounted tickets to:
💦 Wisconsin Dells Attractions
🦒 Milwaukee County Zoo
⛳ Mini Golf, 🚤 Boat Rides & More!
🎟 Tickets available:
🗓️ May 5 – August 29, 2025
📍 De Pere Community Center – 600 Grant Street
🕘 Mon–Thurs: 7:30 AM–5:00 PM | Fri: 7:30 AM–11:30 AM
📞 Call 920-339-4097 for details
👉 Tickets must be picked up in person (no online or mail options)
💳 Cash or credit card only – no checks.
🚫 No refunds.
Kayak Wisconsin just launched a new self-serve rental location at East River Kayak Manderly Access in Allouez! 🌳
✨ Weekday Bonus: Book a 2-hour rental (at any location) and, if it's quiet, you might get extra paddle time for free.
They also serve:
🛶 Duck Creek Quarry
🛶 Lily Lake
🛶 Wrightstown
🛶 Bellevue East River
🛶 Little Chute
📍 Always open
📞 (920) 278-9766
📧 [email protected]
🏊♂️ Green Bay Youth Triathlon – June 7
Ready to give it a TRI? The Green Bay Youth Triathlon returns to Ashwaubomay Park this Saturday for a day full of swimming, biking, and running—all designed just for kids.
👟 Ages: 3–15
📍 Location: 2881 S Broadway Dr, Ashwaubenon
🕖 Time: 7 AM – 12 PM
💵 Price: $20 (ages 3–5) | $30 (ages 6–15)
🎖️ Every finisher gets a medal
🏆 Awards for top 5 in each age group
🎁 Event gift + post-race food for all participants
Whether your child is a beginner or a future Ironman, this fun, family-friendly race makes for an unforgettable morning of athleticism and teamwork.
📝 Register: gbmsyouthteam.org
🗺️ Green Bay Spotlight: Grassy Island Range Lights
📍 Green Bay, WI
Part of the Lighthouse Passport Days event — and right here in town!
Tour the Grassy Island Range Lights, located near the mouth of the Fox River. These restored lighthouses are a piece of Green Bay's maritime past and open for special events only a few times a year.
🗓️ Open June 6–7 as part of the Passport Days
📍 Grassy Island, accessible from the Green Bay Metro Boat Launch area
🎟️ Info: dcmm.org
📅 Saturday, June 7 | 🕗 8:00 PM
📍 The Razz, 400 Schoen St., Green Bay
🎟️ $10 at the door
Lineup:
Bestlegork (Cosmic Metal – NE WI)
Blood of the Earth (Thrash – Madison)
Dead Ringers (Doom – Oshkosh)
Court of Beasts (Power Doom – Oshkosh)
🔥 Local, loud, and heavy. If metal’s your thing—don’t miss it
📅 Sunday, June 8 | 🕐 1:00 PM – 6:00 PM
📍 The Razz, 411 Schoen St., Green Bay
🎟️ Free & open to the public
Find unique vintage goods, handmade items, oddities & collectibles — all from local sellers. Hosted by Erin Basten, Jonathan Menozzi & Jay LeCloux.
📍 311 S Oneida St, Green Bay, WI
🗓️ June 6–8 | Neighborhood-wide event
It’s back for the fifth year! Join the Western Corridor community for a massive rummage sale with dozens of homes participating across the west side.
🗺️ Grab a map, follow the signs, and score some deals!
Join the Green Bay Metro Fire Department as they unveil two new ladder trucks at this family-friendly event!
📍 Leicht Memorial Park
128 Dousman Street, Green Bay
🗓 Monday, June 9
🕕 Park opens: 6:00 PM
🎉 Ceremony: 7:30 PM
Event Highlights:
🍔 Food trucks
👨🚒 Touch-a-truck
🚒 Ceremonial fire truck push
📚 Safety resources for all ages
Bring the kids, grab a bite, and be part of a unique Green Bay tradition!
That’s the latest from the hive.
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Stay warm. Stay local. Stay buzzing. And maybe see you at one of the events. Don’t forget to say Hiiiii!
MH.
