🧺To All the Moms, With Love

Where to eat, where to wander, and how to make this the most memorable Mother’s Day weekend yet.

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Mike Higgins
May 09, 2025

Hey hey — Happy Mother’s Day!

There’s something sacred about a weekend built around gratitude. Mother’s Day isn’t just brunch and flowers—it’s a pause. A chance to honor the women who carried us, shaped us, sacrificed for us, or simply showed up when we needed it most.

Whether it's a handwritten card, a zoo day with the kids, or a quiet walk through the Botanical Garden, this weekend is all about saying thank you—in the way only Green Bay knows how: heartfelt, local, and full of life.

Now, here’s your all-in-one cheat sheet to what’s happening around the Bay this week 👇

🐝TL;DR: Quick hits on what’s happening around the Bay this week

  • Green Bay approves $115K to keep Conservation Corps running.

  • New housing + commercial development approved.

  • Stamp Out Hunger food drive returns Saturday—leave donations at your mailbox by 9:30 AM.

  • Moms get free admission at the NEW Zoo (plus a plant + sweets!) and Botanical Garden.

  • Best brunch picks: Hotel Northland, Heritage Supper Club, Hagemeister Park, The Woods.

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📰New Stories of the Week in Green Bay

📌Green Bay Approves Emergency Funding to Save Conservation Corps

After a major cut to AmeriCorps funding, Green Bay’s Common Council stepped in with $115,000 in emergency funds to keep the local Conservation Corps running through August 2025. The program—launched in 2022—handles trail maintenance, invasive species removal, and habitat restoration. Mayor Genrich called it a lifeline, but warned it's just a short-term fix unless federal support returns.

📌Local Construction Company Raises Nearly $44K for Children’s Miracle Network

Consolidated Construction Company transformed its annual employee gathering into a philanthropic event, raising $43,796.57 for Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals. The initiative, dubbed “Consolidated for a Cause,” was inspired by an employee's personal connection to the organization. Through raffles, games, and sponsorships, 120 team members collaborated to support three regional hospitals. The company plans to continue this charitable tradition in the coming years.

The Green Bay Vintage Market has been recognized by Midwest Living as one of the Best Spring Markets in the Midwest for 2025. This monthly event, held at Badger State Brewing Company in Green Bay, features over 70 vendors offering a curated selection of vintage clothing, home décor, handmade goods, and more.

Green Bay’s own Hinterland Brewery brought home a bronze medal at the 2025 World Beer Cup, one of the most prestigious beer competitions in the world. Their Altbier took third place in the German-Style Altbier category, beating out entries from nearly 50 countries and over 8,000 beers.

🎉 A big win for local craft beer—and yet another reason to swing by their taproom.

🎢 Bay Beach Amusement Park Opens for the Season
📅 The official season started May 3, weekends only until May 20, then open daily through Labor Day
🎟️ Ride tickets = 25¢ each | Admission + parking = FREE

📍 1313 Bay Beach Rd.., Green Bay

💡 Tip: Old tickets never expire
📣 Updates here

🏡 New Housing and Commercial Development Approved Near Red Smith School

The Green Bay City Council has approved a rezoning and development plan for land across from Red Smith Elementary School. The project will introduce new houses, duplexes, apartments, and commercial spaces to the area. While some neighbors have expressed concerns about increased population density and environmental impacts, the council voted to move forward with the plan.

🏥 Coming Soon: New Inpatient Rehab Hospital in Howard

Construction is underway on a new 40-bed rehabilitation hospital near I-41 on South Taylor Street—developed by LifePoint Health and The Sanders Trust (which has historic ties to Packers legend Bart Starr).

Slated to open in Fall 2026, the hospital will focus on stroke, brain injury, spinal cord trauma, and orthopedic rehab, bringing over 120 jobs to the Greater Green Bay area.

While it won't include an ER, the facility fills a growing need for long-term recovery and rehabilitation care in the region.

Another big win for healthcare access—and a clear sign Green Bay's medical corridor is booming.

🍖Main Street Pub & Grill 🍖

Looking for your next go-to weekend spot?

Main Street Pub & Grill is serving up cold drinks, hot food, and all the small-town Green BayLooking for your next go-to weekend spot? Main Street Pub & Grill is serving up cold drinks, hot food, and all the small-town Wisconsin charm we love. Tucked into the east side of Green Bay, this neighborhood favorite brings something new each night—karaoke, cribbage, fish fry, and more.

📍 2056 Main Street, Suite A, Green Bay, WI

🎉 This Weekend’s Highlights:

Friday – Fish Fry + Darts
🎣 Classic Fish Fry
🥃 $5 Old Fashioneds
🎯 Dart Tournament starts at 6 PM

Saturday – Game On!
🃏 Cribbage Tournament (11 AM – 12 PM sign-up)
🎤 Karaoke at 9 PM

👉 Follow them on Facebook for weekly updates and events!

​🏡 Featured Listing: 2987 Sonoran Trail, Green Bay, WI 54313

  • Price: $389,900

  • Bedrooms: 3

  • Bathrooms: 2

  • Square Footage: 1,890 sq ft

  • Lot Size: 0.25 acres

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  • Price: $149,900

  • Bedrooms: 3

  • Bathrooms: 1

  • Square Footage: 1,008 sq ft

  • Lot Size: 8,276 sq ft

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🌸 Happening Now: Mother's Day in Green Bay

Celebrate Mom with Special Meals and Events

Mother's Day is this Sunday, May 11, and Green Bay is brimming with delightful options to honor the special women in our lives. Local restaurants are offering exclusive brunches, dinners, and sweet treats to make the day memorable. Here are some highlights:

📍 304 N. Adams St., Green Bay
Elegant brunch buffet in a historic downtown setting.
$68 adults | $25 kids (4–12) | Free for 3 & under
⏰ 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM

✨ Heritage Modern Supper Club (Inside Legacy Hotel)

📍 1004 Brett Favre Pass, Green Bay
A curated à la carte brunch menu — wagyu smash burgers, crab cake benedict, and more.
Pricing varies by item.
📞 920-770-5900

📍 325 N. Washington St., Green Bay
Limited Mother’s Day menu (available May 9–11).
Includes salmon, roasted beet salad, and desserts.

📍 530 Erie Rd, Green Bay
Dine-in or takeout Mother's Day meals from 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
$22 adults | $13 kids (3–9)
Includes broasted chicken, beef tips, sides, and dessert.

📍 Local Buzz: What’s Happening This Weekend

📍 2600 Larsen Rd., Green Bay
📅 Sunday, May 11 | ⏰ 9 AM – 8 PM
🌿 Moms get free admission
💸 Everyone else gets $1 off online tickets

📍 Meyer Theatre, 117 S. Washington St., Green Bay
📅 Friday, May 9 | ⏰ 7:30 PM
🎟️ $35–$45 on TicketStar
🎉 High-energy rock tribute from Ohio-based band

📍 Resch Center, 820 Armed Forces Dr., Green Bay
📅 Friday, May 9 | ⏰ 7 PM
🎟️ Tickets: $39.75–$159.75
🎤 Nationally acclaimed stand-up comedian brings clean laughs to Titletown

🏈 Green Bay Blizzard Game + Indoor Drone Show

📍 Resch Center, 820 Armed Forces Dr., Green Bay
📅 Saturday, May 10 | ⏰ 3 PM kickoff
🎆 First-ever indoor drone show postgame
🎟️ $12–$63 | First 1,000 fans get pink/black sunglasses
🍴 $5 Family Day hot dog + soda combo

📬 Stamp Out Hunger Returns This Saturday

📅 Date: Saturday, May 10 | 🕤 Have your bag out by 9:30 AM
📍 Location: Right at your mailbox (seriously)

The annual Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive is back! Green Bay postal workers will be collecting non-perishable food donations straight from your mailbox. Just fill the bag your mail carrier left (or any bag), and leave it by your mailbox by 9:30 AM.

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That’s the latest from the hive.

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