Your end-of-July 2-minute Roundup👟🌱

Hey Green Bay 👋

Ever notice how summer feels like it’s on fast-forward? One day you’re planning a beach trip, and the next it’s “back-to-school” talk. Before we let that happen, let’s hit pause and enjoy what’s left of this sunshine stretch.

We’ve rounded up stories that make you smile, things that’ll get you out of the house, and maybe even inspire you to try something new (or someone new, looking at you, cat lovers 🐾).

Grab your favorite drink, find a shady spot, and let’s scroll through what makes living here awesome. Ready? Let’s go.

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🧭 Moving on…

📰New Stories of the Week in Green Bay

📌Wisconsin Ends Sales Tax on Home Energy Bills

Good news for Wisconsin households: The new state budget eliminates the 5% sales tax on residential energy bills year-round, saving taxpayers an estimated $178 million over two years. Previously, the exemption only applied from November through April.

This change is expected to provide relief for lower- and middle-income families as energy costs remain among the highest in the Midwest.

📌Historic Neil Armstrong Watch Funds Scholarships for Northeast Wisconsin Students

• A rare 18-karat gold Omega Speedmaster, once owned by Neil Armstrong, the first man on the moon, was auctioned for $2.1 million, setting a world record for commemorative Omega astronaut watches.

• The watch was gifted to Armstrong in November 1969 after the Apollo 11 mission.

• Wisconsin watch collector Stefan Osdene purchased the piece years ago without realizing its significance. After the auction, he donated $17,000 to the Brian LaViolette Scholarship Foundation in Green Bay, which supports college-bound students.

• Osdene said the donation mattered because it creates a local impact, not just a distant gesture. He also contributed to charities chosen by Mark Armstrong, reflecting values of exploration, education, and service.

• Fun fact: Osdene and Doug LaViolette (co-founder of the foundation) met after Doug bought a watch on eBay for $27, leading to a lasting friendship.

📌 School Registration Now Open for Green Bay Families

Registration for Green Bay Area Public Schools is now open. New families can register online through Infinite Campus at GBAPS2025registration and will need proof of residency, a birth certificate, and immunization records. Check updated school boundaries using GBAPS2025FindMySchool. Fees are $50 for elementary students and $70 for middle and high school, with additional costs for parking passes and instrument rentals. Free or reduced lunch applications open in August at FreeandReducedLunch2025. Make sure your student’s vaccines are current; seniors need a meningitis booster.

📌 Green Bay Launches New Online Volunteer Portal

The City of Green Bay has introduced Volgistics, an online platform that makes it easier for residents to find and sign up for volunteer opportunities. Through the portal, users can create profiles, browse upcoming events, and apply from their phones. Organizations and businesses can also partner with the city on projects. Ready to get involved? Apply at volgistics.com/appform/2101050278 or explore opportunities at volgistics.com/od/753931.

Broadway Corridor Revitalization Underway

Green Bay marked a major milestone with the start of the Badger Sheet Metal demolition at 402 S. Broadway. This transformation will create a state-of-the-art Green Bay Metro Fire Station, 93 affordable housing units, and new commercial spaces designed to connect downtown with the Lambeau Field area.

City leaders celebrated alongside community partners, noting this is more than a construction project; it’s an investment in safety, opportunity, and quality of life for all who call Green Bay home.

Voyageurs Bakehouse Opens Bright New Downtown Location

Big news for local foodies: Voyageurs Bakehouse has officially opened its doors at 340 North Broadway in downtown Green Bay. Known for its naturally leavened sourdough, artisan pastries, and cozy café vibes, this new location offers more seating and a modern, community-focused atmosphere.

Fans can still expect the classics, fresh-baked breads, buttery croissants, and craft coffee, along with some exciting new pastries hitting the case. Whether you’re stopping in for your morning loaf or lingering with friends over lattes, the new space was designed for comfort and connection.
📍 Address: 340 N Broadway, Suite 110, Green Bay | voyageurs.co

🏡 1337 Porlier St, Green Bay

Price: $239,900
Beds: 3 | Baths: 1.5 | Sq Ft: 1,524 | Lot: 0.29 acres

Charming 1929 home in a desirable Green Bay neighborhood! Features include:
✔ 2-car garage
✔ Spacious yard
✔ Updated interiors
✔ Classic architecture with modern touches

📍 Location: Near downtown with easy access to schools and parks.
Listed by Tom Monahan, Resource One Realty.

🔗 View photos & details: See Listing

 🏡 816 Dousman St, Green Bay

Price: $164,999 (recent $15K price drop)
Beds: 2 | Bath: 1 | Sq Ft: 1,106

Charming 1920 home near the heart of Green Bay! Features include:
✔ One-car garage
✔ Cozy interior with character
✔ Affordable and move-in ready

📍 Located close to downtown and parks.

🔗 View full listing: See Details

🎶 Levitt AMP Concert – Indigenous headlines July 27, 4–6:30 PM at Leicht Memorial Park. Free!

⚾ Green Bay Rockers Game – July 25, 6:30 PM at Capital Credit Union Park. Christmas in July theme, Santa jersey auction & fireworks! Tickets from $18.

🎤 Fridays on the Fox – July 25, 6–9 PM at Hagemeister Park, CityDeck. Live music & food trucks.

🎵 Grooves on the Green – July 25, 6–8 PM at Olde Preble Park. Free concert by Alley Cat & The Purrrfection.

🎸 Blues Traveler, Gin Blossoms & Spin Doctors – July 27, 5 PM at Capital Credit Union Park. Tickets from $56 at epicgreenbay.com.

🌸 Ongoing Favorites –
• Washed Ashore Exhibit at Green Bay Botanical Garden
• Saturday Farmers Market: July 26, 7 AM–Noon
• Food Truck Friday: July 25, 11 AM–1 PM

Donate Shoes, Make a Difference!

Green Bay Botanical Garden is collecting 2,000 pairs of shoes now through September 1 as part of its Shoe Drive Fundraiser. Every gently worn pair helps keep shoes out of landfills, supports small businesses globally, and raises funds for the garden.

📍 Drop donations at the Fischer Visitor Center. Shoes must be rubber-banded or tied together, any type is welcome (no single shoes or damaged pairs).

✅ Learn more: www.gbbg.org/shoedrive

Comedy Night at The Razz – FREE EVENT

📍 400 Schoen St., Green Bay
📅 Saturday, July 26
⏰ Show Time: 7:15 PM
🎭 Featuring: James Thorn, Jordan Bain, John Freitag & more!
🍹 Drink specials all night!

More info: Facebook Event Link

Daikaiju Live in Green Bay

📅 Tuesday, July 29
🎸 High-energy surf rock with a theatrical twist!
📍 Venue: Check the Facebook link for details
🔗 Event Info

🎨 Blacklight R&B Hip Hop Paint Party

Turn up the glow! Paint, sip, and vibe under black lights with live R&B and Hip Hop beats.
📅 Friday, July 25
🕘 9:00 PM
📍 Urban Cultural Arts | 906 E Walnut St, Green Bay
🎟️ Tickets: From $17.85 (includes pre-sketched board)
🍹 Full bar + drink specials
🔗 Reserve your spot

🧩 Puzzling Adventures Scavenger Hunt

Ready to explore Green Bay in a whole new way? This adventure combines a scavenger hunt, puzzle-solving, and an interactive city tour. Play solo or with a team, race for first place, or just enjoy the ride!

📅 Saturday, July 26 (or any day – self-guided)
📍 Start at 202 Cherry St., Green Bay
⏰ Takes about 2 hours
🎟 Price: Per team, not per person
🔗 Get Tickets & Info

Float, Sip & Sing: Book Your Foxy Paddler Tour!

Experience summer in the coolest way possible, on the water with the Foxy Paddler! Gather your crew, bring your favorite drinks, and enjoy a pedal-powered pontoon with boat karaoke for extra fun.

📅 Book online or grab a gift card for someone special
📞 Call: 920-435-FOXY
🌐 Details & booking: foxypaddler.com

Turning Waste into Wonder: Greener Bay Compost at Work

Every week, Greener Bay Compost processes over a ton of food scraps into nutrient-rich compost, keeping waste out of landfills and giving it new life. It’s tough, dirty, and labor-intensive work, but it helps reduce landfill overflow and supports sustainability in Green Bay.

Want to support their mission? Learn more or join the movement at greenerbaycompost.com.

💚♻️ Because every peel, core, and coffee ground counts!

Now Hiring: Mechanic – City of Green Bay (Public Works)

Pay: $30.76/hour
Schedule: Mon–Fri (Summer Hours: Tue–Fri, 6 AM–4 PM)
Location: 100 N Jefferson St., Green Bay

The City of Green Bay is hiring a Mechanic to maintain and repair vehicles and equipment for Public Works and other departments. Responsibilities include engine and transmission work, welding, diagnostics, and preventive maintenance.

Requirements:

• Associate degree in Diesel/Heavy Equipment Mechanics or related field

• CDL or ability to obtain within 6 months

• Experience in medium-heavy truck repairs

Benefits:

• Tools provided

• Health & wellness incentives

• No residency requirement

📌 Apply now: greenbaywi.gov/jobs

📢 NEW: Buzz Classifieds Are Here!
Got something to sell, share, or shout about? 🐝 We're now accepting community-submitted ads for our brand-new Buzz Classifieds section!

🎯 Garage sales, small business promotions, side hustles, lost & found, local services - you name it.📬 To submit your ad for next week’s edition, reply to this email or DM us on Facebook or Instagram @greenbaybuzz.
Cost: Till spots last.

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MH.