Summer Fun--Don't Miss Out!

Boy, can you believe summer is half over already?  Have you been able to get out and do some fun and exciting activities this summer?  If not, look no further that your own back yard.   Downtown Green Bay has a lot to offer. 

Start your Saturday morning off with a walk down Washington Street and enjoy all the vendors at the Saturday morning Farmers Market, which is running through Oct 31^st.  If a Saturday will not work for you, try Wednesday nights on Broadway. Their Farmers Market runs through Oct. 7^th. There is an abundance of fresh produce, but that's not all! There are also live music, arts and craft vendors, and food vendors, and their Battle of the Bands runs from 8-10 pm. With all that this Farmer's Market has to offer, you can make a night of it with the whole family.  

Artstreet will be August 28^th -30^th.  It's free to attend, though donations are appreciated.  There will be over 200 artists from throughout the country, as well as live music and performing arts shows.  They also offer gourmet foods and creative hands-on activities for your children.  This is another great event for the whole family to enjoy. 

Downtown also has the Waterboard Warriors Ski Show on Wednesday nights until August 26^th.  These are 30 minutes shows at 6 and 7 p.m. The shows are free and open to the public. If you stop by, you might see something like this: 

Image Courtesy of the Waterboard Warriors website

There is also two days during the week where you can get lunch with a show.  On Wednesdays from 11:30 a.m-1:30 p.m., lunch is served on the CityDeck by Cherry St Landing. This event goes until August 26th.  There is also a Summer in the Park at Whitney Park (800 Main St.). You can enjoy food from local food trucks while you enjoy the musical entertainment. These concerts are held on Thursdays from 11:30 a.m. -2:30 p.m. until August 27^th.  

So there are a lot of great activities still going on in your back yard.  To view a full listing of dates and times check out downtowngreenbay.com. Enjoy the rest of your summer, and I'll see you all downtown!

Written By: Karen S.

Whitney Park's Music Events!

Beautiful summer days are now upon us! Spending time outside in the wonderful sun is very important; we all know we need Vitamin D! Common outdoor activities may include taking the kids to the swimming pool, walking the dog, or even working in the garden. These activities can be fun for kids and adults of all ages, but why not switch it up sometimes! There is a wonderful series of music events every Thursday in Whitney Park ALL SUMMER LONG! This is a great way to still enjoy the outdoors but in a much different atmosphere.

I know an immediate though may be “oh the kids won’t go to a park and sit still to listen to some music”, NO WORRIES! There is a great playground area right on site that the kids can run around and enjoy themselves, while you get to enjoy the music. And if music isn’t exactly your cup of tea, there are always delicious food trucks near by: Eggs & Bacon Wagon, Skaliwag's, & Nistebox.

Take a chance and visit this wonderful FREE event that’s happening every Thursday from 11:30am- 2pm! For more information regarding each Thursday’s events, check out this website!

http://www.downtowngreenbay.com/events/summerinthepark

Post by: Emily P.

Fourth of July Celebrations 2015

         

Nothing quite says summer like a Fourth of July celebration! Some of you are heading “up north,” while others are staying home. For those staying around the Green Bay area, here’s some local events you can attend to celebrate our nation’s day of independence:

Fire Over the Fox— Downtown Green Bay
1:00 pm -10:30 pm
http://www.fireoverthefox.com/
This is an annual event that offers entertainment throughout the day as well as a fireworks show at night. A must-see if you live in Green Bay!

Celebrate the 4th! – Heritage Hill
10:00 am - 4:30 pm
http://heritagehillgb.org/calendar/july/celebrate-the-4th/
A family fun event that focuses on the history of July 4th, complete with a reading of the Declaration of Independence by Uncle Sam himself!

Independence Day at the Garden—Green Bay Botanical Garden
9:00 am-6:00 pm
http://www.gbbg.org/things-to-do/garden-events/id/268/title/Independence-Day-at-the-Garden-
All veterans and military personnel receive FREE admission to the Botanical Garden!

Oneida 43rd Annual Pow-Wow—Norbert Hill Center
http://www.oneidanation.org/Tourism/page.aspx?id=916
“Join us in song and dance as we honor the Oneida Code Talkers, who received the highest recognition for their service to the United States during World War II with the Congressional Gold Medal.”

For fireworks celebrations across Northeast Wisconsin, check out this list from WFRV Channel 5!

Horizon Community Credit Union wishes you and yours safe and enjoyable Independence Day weekend!

Post By: Breanna B.

Kids Day in Green Bay

If you have children 17 or younger, June 25th is marked on your calendar. Why? It’s the annual Kids’ Day in Green Bay!

Kids’ Day was started by Green Bay Mayor Jim Schmitt in 2003. In his own words, this day was established “as a way to show children how special they are to their families and how important they are to the future of Green Bay.” Kids’ Day occurs annually on June 25th, and has been a success from the start. It grows every year to include more and more events and activities. The best part, and I think you’ll agree, is that ALL EVENTS ARE FREE FOR CHILDREN. Yes, I said FREE FOR CHILDREN.

The events run throughout the day at locations across the city. City parks, Bay Beach, the Wildlife Sanctuary, CityDeck, Brown County Libraries, and a dentist’s office will have prepared activities for your child/ren. And that’s just a fraction of what’s available! Check out the link below for the full schedule.

We would love to see you while you’re out and about with your kiddos. The Mayor’s Lunch is at Leicht Park from 11:00 am – 2:00 pm, and Horizon Community Credit Union will have a booth with information and goodies. We can’t wait to see you!

http://greenbaywi.gov/parks/kidsday

Bay Beach Amusement Park

Bay Beach Amusement Park is now open. It’s located at 1313 Bay Beach Road in Green Bay. For the month of May, hours vary. Starting June 6th hours will be 10-9 daily. Bay Beach is a place where the whole family can go and have a great time.
The admission to the park is free and so is the parking. Tickets for the rides are 25 cents each. The number of tickets for each ride varies. Rides include the lady bugs, granny bugs, the jeeps, the boats, the bumper cars, the scat, the scrambler, the tilt-a-whirl, the BIG slide, the merry-go-round, the train, the swings, and ferris wheel. Two of the newest rides are the Sea Dragon and Zippin Pippin. There isn’t a ride that cost more than a dollar. There’s also a free baby pool.
You can also find play grounds, picnic tables, grills, food stands, souvenir stands and cotton candy! Grab the family, pack a picnic basket and head to Bay Beach for a day full of fun and great memories.

Post by: Alice E.