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What’s New, What’s Next: Your Green Bay Week Starts Here 📸🦆🎶
Boat launches, rooftop karaoke, a viral mural—and that’s just the start.
Mike Higgins
May 30, 2025
Hey hey —
If your calendar’s feeling a little too empty or your week’s starting to blur together, we’ve got you. This week in Green Bay is packed with the kind of stuff that makes you say, “Wait, that’s happening here?”
From snow leopards at the zoo to a mural that’s pure Midwest mischief, boat launches to beer gardens, it’s all happening—and we’ve got it wrapped up in one easy scroll.
Let’s make your week a little more fun 👇
🐝TL;DR: This Week in the Buzz 👀
A hidden mural brings Green Bay’s coal piles back to life 🎿
• Eagles Nest Park is almost ready — think boats, sunsets, and summer vibes 🚤
• Turtles are crossing… and the DNR needs your help 🐢
• Two hot homes hit the market — one under $200K 🏡
• Zoo just launched VIP animal encounters (yes, a snow leopard) 🐆
• Free concerts, rooftop karaoke, and a photo contest with bragging rights 🎶📸
Stay curious, stay local.
Green Bay’s just getting started.
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🧭 Moving right along...
📰New Stories of the Week in Green Bay
📌 H.J. DeBaker Eagles Nest Park Nears Completion
Brown County’s long-anticipated H.J. DeBaker Eagles Nest Park and Boat Launch is nearly ready to open. Located on Nicolet Drive in Green Bay, the new recreation area features four boat launch lanes, a kayak launch, nearly 100 parking spots, and concrete walkways. The harbor is over seven feet deep, designed for 18–22 ft boats, and provides a safe port during windy weather.
Brown County Parks Director Matt Kriese says the site is designed for everyone — from fishing and picnicking to sunset viewing. The park is expected to open within the next week.
Six local high school seniors graduated from the City Stadium Automotive program on May 27 — leaving high school with 28+ college credits and a technical diploma from NWTC already in hand.
The two-year program, run in partnership with East High and the Green Bay Area School District, gives students a head start on careers in automotive tech and customer service.
👏 Big congrats to students from East, Preble, and Southwest!
📌 DNR Urges Drivers to Watch for Turtles
It’s nesting season — and that means turtles are on the move.
The Wisconsin DNR is asking drivers in the Green Bay area to stay alert for turtles crossing roads near water. Car strikes are a leading cause of turtle deaths, especially for females looking for nesting sites.
✅ What to do:
• Slow down near wetlands and ponds
• Avoid disturbing nests — report them to the DNR instead
This small action helps protect local wildlife and preserve Wisconsin’s turtle population for future generations.
📌 Green Bay’s Coal Piles Immortalized in New Mural
An iconic 1990s photo of a skier on Green Bay’s coal piles has been reimagined as a mural in the Broadway District.
🎨 Painted by local artist Beau Thomas, the mural at 305 S. Broadway honors a playful piece of local history. The original skier, Steve Thoe, posed for a satirical “Ski Green Bay” poster that became a cult favorite — sold out of bars long before it went viral.
As the city plans the eventual relocation of the coal piles, this mural captures Green Bay’s humor, resilience, and creativity.
📍 Find it in the alley behind the building.
A new initiative, Grow Solar Green Bay – Fox Valley, is helping local residents, nonprofits, and small businesses go solar — at below-market prices.
Partnered with the Midwest Renewable Energy Association, this bulk-buying program aims to lower costs and support Green Bay’s clean energy goals.
The village of Denmark just shared new renderings for its upcoming Community Center, giving residents a visual preview of what’s to come. The modern design features multi-use spaces aimed at hosting events, activities, and public gatherings.
This project is a big win for local community building, and it's exciting to watch it take shape!
Hilly Haven’s Got Heat 🔥
Don’t sleep on the clubhouse kitchen — Hilly Haven Golf Course is serving up some of the tastiest golf fuel in town this week:
🍔 Jalapeño Bacon Cheeseburger + Tater Tots – $13
🥣 Soup of the Week: Legendary Chicken Booyah – $5 cup / $6 bowl
🥗 Cobb Salad loaded with ham, turkey, cheese, egg & more – $15
🦐 Friday Special: Stuffed Shrimp Dinner – $20
🍸 Cocktails & mocktails: Mulligan Mojito, Pink Pucker, Wine Spritzer & more
🥂 Grasshoppers for $4? Yes, please.
🌤️ Bonus: sunshine, green fairways, and a patio view that pairs well with any pour.
🏡 Fenced Yard, Finished Basement — This One Has It All!
📍 1285 Bond St, Green Bay, WI 54303
💰 Listed at $189,900
🛏️ 3 Bed | 🛁 1.5 Bath | 📐 1,405 sq ft
A charming ranch-style home on a quiet west side street with a partially finished basement, 2-stall garage, and a fenced-in yard — perfect for families or first-time buyers!
🏡 Modern Ranch Living
📍 2956 Westline Rd, Green Bay, WI 54313
💰 Listed at $399,900
🛏️ 3 Bed | 🛁 2 Bath | 📐 1,1913 sq ft
This dreamy 3-bed, 2-bath farm-style ranch on nearly 3 acres is where rustic charm meets modern luxury. Wake up to sunrise views over a spring-fed pond, pick apples from your own trees, and wave hello to the local deer and birds- ideal for families or downsizers looking for low-maintenance comfort.
Starting May 24, the NEW Zoo is bringing back its fan-favorite Penguin and Pelican Feeding Experiences, along with two brand-new VIP encounters:
🐆 Snow Leopard
🐢 Aldabra Tortoise
💡 Free Discovery Stations are also running daily — from African penguins to big cats — and the Adventure Park (zipline, ropes course, climbing wall) is fully open for the season!
🕘 Zoo open daily 9 AM – 6 PM
Perfect day trip for families, locals, and animal lovers!
📍 990 Tony Canadeo Run, Green Bay, WI
🗓️ Every Friday from May 30 – Oct 17 | ⏰ 5 PM – 10 PM
Enjoy free outdoor concerts, local artists, delicious craft beer, and food trucks in the beer garden!
🎤 This Friday: Rodello the Kidd
🎤 Karaoke Night @ The Nightly Buzz
📍 130 E Walnut St, Green Bay, WI
🗓️ Fri, May 30 | ⏰ 8 PM – 12 AM
Grab the mic and let it rip! Whether you're a shower singer or a seasoned diva, it’s your time to shine. Great drinks, a massive song library, and a crowd that’s all about the fun.
🎟️ Free Entry
🔗 More info
🎶 Sunshine '60s Folk Singers at Cup O Joy
📍 Cup O Joy Music Venue, Green Bay
🕢 7:30 PM
🔗 Event
Enjoy an evening of classic 60's folk music performed by the Sunshine 60's Folk Singers. A perfect outing for music enthusiasts and those looking to relive the golden era of folk.
🎨 Mystic Spring Market at Howard Commons
📍 Howard Commons Activity Complex
🕘 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Explore a variety of local vendors, artisans, and crafters at the Mystic Spring Market. Find unique handmade items, enjoy delicious food, and partake in family-friendly activities.
🕯️ La Baye By Lantern – Historical Walking Tour
📅 Saturday, May 31, 2025
🕗 8:00 PM – 9:30 PM
📍 2640 S Webster Ave, Green Bay, WI
🎟️ $10 admission
🔗 Event
Discover Green Bay's rich history on a guided lantern-lit walking tour. Learn about the city's past and enjoy a unique nighttime experience.
🎮 Civic Symphony of Green Bay Presents Video Game Music
📍 Weidner Center, Green Bay, WI
🕑 2:00 PM
🔗 Event
Experience the thrilling music of your favorite video games performed live by the Civic Symphony of Green Bay. A must-attend for gamers and music lovers alike.
🏺 Pottery Class at Urban Cultural Arts
📅 Saturday, May 31, 2025
🕘 9:00 AM
📍 Urban Cultural Arts, 906 E Walnut St, Green Bay, WI
🎟️ All materials included – open to all skill levels
💃 Zumba on the Rooftop
📅 Saturday, May 31, 2025
🕕 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
📍 320 N Broadway, Green Bay, WI
🎟️ Includes one drink ticket with admission
📍 Bay Beach Wildlife Sanctuary | 🗓️ May 27 – Aug 29
🎟️ FREE | ☔ All programs run rain or shine!
Get up close with wolves, owls, otters, eagles, and more, all summer long, with daily themed events for the whole family.
Fridays
9:00–9:30 AM: Peaches Party at the Nature Center (with Peaches the Cockatoo)
10:30–11:00 AM: Talon Talks (outside Observation Building)
Sundays
1:00–2:00 PM: Awesome Ambassadors (outside Observation Building)
📸 De Pere 2025 Summer Photo Contest
Calling all local photographers — amateurs and pros alike!
The City of De Pere and Definitely De Pere are hosting their fifth-annual photo contest now through August 31.
🏙️ Categories include:
Downtown, Cityscapes & Architecture
Environment & Nature
Recreation & Health
Events & Community
Popular Vote
Winners will be featured on city social media and local promotions.
🗓️ Contest open: May 19 – Aug 31, 2025
📍 Must be taken within De Pere city limits
🔗 Submit your photo here
That’s the latest from the hive.
🍯 Thanks for bringing us along for the ride. Whether we land in your inbox, at your brunch table, or alongside your weekend plans — we’re just happy to be part of your week.
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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.
