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Want to experience Green Bay like a local? Our monthly Staff Picks blog is here to help. Check out our latest posts to discover some of the top Brown County attractions and exciting upcoming events.
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Gourmet Grilled Cheese Thursday's
April 01
Escape to the escarpment with a visit to LedgeStone Vineyards in Greenleaf, just 22 minutes south of Green Bay. Sure, they have luscious wine to sample and new favorite vintages to accompany a delicious meal, but it's their popular grilled cheese we're here to tell you about.
Specifically their Gourmet Grilled Cheese Thursday's. Every Thursday through April (except April 6th), LedgStone invites you to indulge in their ooey-gooey panini. The kitchen opens at 3:00 with last orders at 7:00. Green Bay's own Voyageurs Sourdough provides the bread and Scray Cheese cheese shop in De Pere provides the melty insides.
If timing isn't right, don't be discouraged, LedgeStone has plenty of other spring events scheduled! There's a wreath workshop, cooking class, mozzarella-making instruction, flatbread Friday, and a record player take-over. Visit the vineyard's website to learn the details and check out their calendar for more events.
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Badger State Brewing
March 04
You might think Green Bay's stadium district hibernates after the Super Bowl. Far from it! In fact, just down the road from Lambeau Field, lives Badger State Brewing, where a delicious batch of expertly crafted flavors is waiting on tap.
The public-facing facility boasts a Tap Room amidst its 10 thousand feet of brewing space. That's enough room for 15 brewing barrels. Thirsty travelers are invited from all over for a pint, a flight or a growler to go! In addition to Badger State brews, beers native to Wisconsin more generally are available, too. And if it's an explanation for that flavor that you crave, tours are scheduled every Saturday at 3 and 4 pm.
And speaking of explanations, the name of the brewery is no coincidence. The three friends who grew the idea (and the hops) are proud Wisconsin natives and named it after the state animal. Check out more online!
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Supper at the Symphony
February 01
This February, treat yourself to Supper at the Symphony inside Green Bay's historic Meyer Theater. On Saturday the 16th, Verdi will accompany your menu of surf or turf in an evening themed, "Heroes Battling for Freedom."
But the music won't be your only entertainment. An evening at Meyer Theater is like taking a step back in time. Built in the 1930s as a vaudeville house and movie palace, the theater maintains many of its eccentricities including the Mighty Wurlitzer Pipe Organ and its grand old staircase. Added features include Juliet viewing boxes adorned with Mediterranean influences such as cherubs, griffins, and gargoyles.
And with an eye and ear to improved acoustics, the stage has been enlarged with a new sound system. Find tickets to hear the Green Bay Civic Symphony as well as tickets to more than 200 other stage performances on the Meyer Theater website.
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Start 2019 with Live Music
January 01
Celebrate the start of a new year with a night out in Green Bay. Here are a few popular spots for great music and an even better vibe. A newer bar on the block, Frets & Friends hosts live music through the weekend and invites brave souls to open mics on Thursdays.
The mix of local and out-of-city bands play bluegrass, roots, rock, country, and alternative music – and the dance floor is always open!
At Jimmy Seas, all genres are fair game. It's a casual restaurant and bar in Allouez. With live music sets most Fridays and Saturdays, you'll hear anything from rock to reggae. During the summer months, bands play outside on the patio.
Or if you want to nosh while you listen, consider trying A's Restaurant and Music Cafe in De Pere. On Friday and Saturday nights listen to jazz, acoustic guitar, and piano as you sample the menu.
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