Wisconsin cold Weather, Wisconsinites can handle it.

As the core of the cold air settles across the region today and tomorrow. This will result in low temperatures well below zero andwidespread wind chill readings of 35 to 45 degrees below zero. Limited outdoor activity is advised. If you must be outdoors, wear layers as well as a hat and gloves. Frostbite can develop on exposed skin in as little at 10 minutes with wind chills this low.

For  my suggestion to fix your cold shivers, I recommend visiting my favorite coffee spots to stay warm and hangout if you must go outside or want to hang with friends, co-workers, or family.

I have 2 favorite spots that come to mind first and always have a very calm, chilling atmosphere.

1. Kavarna Coffeehouse

"serving a menu of delicious, vegetarian foods, well-prepared espresso drinks, a wonderful selection of tea, and other fine beverages"

I love this place because it has upstairs sitting area and a lower downstairs area. The upstairs has beautiful bay windows with lots of natural light and a food serving area on one side with sitting and the coffee/tea serving area on the other.

If you travel to the lower region you will discover more sitting but with a more quieter atmosphere. There are outlets around the building for you to bring your mobile devices to plug into and do homework, listen to music, or catch up on some of your videos.  

They have very unique coffee and tea flavors as well as yummy pastries of all flavors. They are very dedicated to providing alternative healthier menu options which can make anyone feel good about their order. Stop in and try something new. You only live once and you can't live in Green Bay without checking this place out.

Their Location and phone number is listed below

Kavarna Coffeehouse

M-F: 7a—9p Sat: 9a—9p Sun: 9a—6p

143 N. Broadway
Green Bay, Wis. 54303
(920) 430-3200


2.  Goodwill West Harmony Café

This place always has something to offer from musical performances, game day, a mini-cyber networking area, play area for children and even a business meeting room for more formal get togethers. There is an area for everyone in this place.

The space is very welcoming and the interior colors are very warm and inviting. They have an amazing menu to choose from with specials every week. Their sandwiches are the best. They have a beautiful display of desserts including pies, cookies, and cakes.

Their coffee is undeniable delicious and ask for their homemade whipped cream. You'll never get a whipped coffee drink the same ever again.

Their location and number is listed below

Goodwill Harmony Café

1660 W. Mason Street
Green Bay, WI 54303
(920) 569-1593


Please share with us your experiences at these places or if you are trying it out for the first time, let me know your thoughts.
If you have pictures of your visit and want to share those too, send em' in!

Be safe, stay warm, talk to you soon!

Green Bay Resident and Blogger
Jasmine VandenEng

What's happening in your Community January 6-12

The Green Bay Area Newcomers

The Weekly Event Blog   

Theatre & Music

Please call venues beforehand to get cover charge prices, if any and see if times have changed or been cancelled.  

Meyer Theatre

117 S Washington St Green Bay

(920) 433-3343

Jan. 10  The truTV Impractical Jokers Tour 7:30pm & 10pm

Weidner Center

2420 Nicolet Dr

Green Bay 

Jan. 6 Avenue Q feat. UWGB theatre, dance and music 7:30pm

January 6th-12th 2014

Community Events

JANUARY 6 ANIMAL STORIES FOR PRESCHOOLERS

10am – Wildlife Sanctuary 1660 E Shore Dr

Green Bay

The Sanctuary staff will share stories about tracks in the snow. We will then go outdoors, looking for animal tracks.  A craft project to follow afterwards. The fee is $2.50 per Green Bay resident and $3.75 per nonresident. Registration is required, please call 920.391.3671.

JANUARY 6-7 YOUNG ACTORS AUDITIONS

4:30-6pm - Creations Galore 3164 Coronet Way

Ashwaubenon

Evergreen theatre production seeks actors in 5th grade or older who love comedy and improv.

JANUARY 7 CARD MAKING

9:30 & 5:30 – Hobby Lobby 803 Pilgrim Way

Green Bay

In this class you will learn 5 techniques for making 5 different flower cards. Cards come with envelopes and supplies with be provided. Please register by phone or email by contacting Barbra Bynes at 920.366.8915 or Kamperstampr@new.rr.com. You will need to bring a basic stamping kit containing tape, glue, scissors, and bone folder if desired. Class tuition is $10.

JANUARY 7 SILENT NIGHT: END THE SILENCE ON HOMELESSNESS AND HUNGER

5:30pm – West High School Gym 966 Shawano Ave

Green Bay

Girls’ varsity basketball games vs. East at 5:45pm and the boys’ varsity game at 7:15pm. Entertainment includes drum line, dance team, games, raffles, and costume contest. Canned goods collected instead of paid admission. Fans asked to remain “silent” until the 10th point is scored. Proceeds benefit the McKinney Vento program which supports homeless children in the Green Bay School District. For questions please call 920.492.2600.

JANUARY 8 CREATIVE CARDS

1 & 5:30pm - Hobby Lobby 2380 E Mason St

Green Bay

Hands on learning for advanced fancy fold cards and stamping techniques. You must pre-register for the class. Contact Kim Bolzenthal to reserve your spot by calling 920.819.2081. Class size is limited, for ages 16 and up. Please bring a paper scissors and an adhesive of your choice. Class tuition is $10.

JANUARY 8 ONEIDA ADVENTURE KAYAKING POOL CLASSES

6-7:30pm – Oneida Fitness Center N7210 Seminary Rd

Oneida

Classes run on Wednesday’s until February 19th. The fee is $60 per individual. No experience required. Open to 12 and older. Contact Kip Miller for more questions at 920.490.3810 or email atkmiller@oneidanation.org.

JANUARY 11 NEW LEAF WINTER FARMERS MARKET

8am-12 – KI Convention Center 333 Main St

Green Bay

Free to attend with more than 100+ vendors, also with free parking in the Main St. Ramp. Music by Michael Gillespie. Please visit newleafmarket.org for more details or you may call920.437.5972.

JANUARY 11 EINSTEIN SCIENCE EXPO

9-4pm - 1901 Shopko Hall S Oneida St

Green Bay

Learn about area’s in environment, physical, technology, space, engineering, life, and earth. Admission for adults is $2 and $5 for ages 3-18 and free for 2 and under. For questions please call 920.884.8800 or visit einsteinproject.org.

JANUARY 11 BIRD OF PREY TOUR

1pm – Wildlife Sanctuary 1660 E Shore Dr

Green Bay

Walk the bird of prey trail outside of the observation building and learn about birds of prey. The tour is free.

JANUARY 8 STUDIO OIL PAINT

9am-12 – Depere Community Center 5718 Dickinson Rd

Depere

Explore the basics of oil painting in a 10-week class. Classes are held on Wednesday’s until March 12^th. 

JANUARY 12 DEPERE LIONS CLUB PORKY & EGG BREAKFAST

8am Swan Club 825 Heritage Rd

Depere

A fundraiser to help support the clubs’ community programs. $5.50 per adult, $3.50 ages 3-13 and free for 3 and younger. Discount tickets available at Swan Club/Legends. Please call920.336.8036.

JANUARY 7-28

Brown County United Way and Greater green Bay Labor Council Community Services Committee will be collecting blankets, sleeping bags and other bedding items for the homeless and low-come individuals. To find a collection site please email dan@browncountyunitedway.orgor call 920.593.4773.

Winter / Spring Workshop Offerings Now Available!

ARTgarage 1400 Cedar St Green Bay

Classes beginning in January are now available for registration online, in person or via phone/mail.

They include Oil Painting, Digital Photography, Watercolor, Creative Writing, Silk Painting, Knitting, and Abstract painting.

Full information on each of their classes can be found online at www.theartgarage.org, or you can call the ARTgarage to have a catalog mailed to you. Please call 920.448.6800.

INDOOR MARKETS

TWIN ELMS GARDENS

KAVARNA CAFÉ

Selling locally grown chemical free produce

Saturday’s 9am-12

COMEDY

THE GREEN BAY GAME SHOW

House of Valdar

1697 ½ Main St Green Bay

Comedy & game show cost:$10

Saturday’s 8-10pm

COMEDY CITY FAMILY IMPROV

353 Main Ave Depere

Reservations required

Friday’s & Saturday’s 7:30 and 9:30pm

LAUGH BOX COMEDY SHOW

353 Main Ave Depere

Live stand-up comedy cost:$5

Thursdays 8pm

COMMUNITY GROUPS

COMMUNITY YOGA

143 N Broadway Kavarna Café

Tuesday’s 8am Cost: $5donation

MIDDLE/HIGH SCHOOL WISE YOUTH GROUP

Wise Women Gathering Place 

2482 Babcock Rd Green Bay

Friday’s 3:30pm

ASTRONOMICAL SOCIETY

Neville public Museum

210 Museum Pl Green Bay

2^nd Wednesday monthly 7-9pm

NWTC CAREER NETWORK

NWTC 2740 W Mason St

Room SC235 Monday’s 10:30am

Please note businesses have the right to change times and dates at their own discretion. Please call or visit the company’s website before attending to get details. Thank you!

What's Happening in your Community, December 30-January 5

Events December 30th – January 5^th 

Theatre & Music

Please call venues beforehand to get cover charge prices, if any, and see if concert times have changed or been cancelled.

Meyer Theatre

117 S Washington St Green Bay (920) 433-3343

Dec. 31 Let Me Be Frank’s Best of Shows 9pm

The Black Boot

100 S Broadway Depere (920) 336-4001

Jan. 1 Open Jam 7-9pm

  

The Artgarage

1400 Cedar St Green Bay (920) 448-6800

Jan. 4 Saturday Performance 7-9pm 

                     

Resch Center

1901 S Oneida St Green Bay (920) 494-3401

Dec. 30 Harlem Globetrotters 7pm  

The Green Bay Distillery

835 Potts Ave Green Bay (920) 393-4403

Dec. 31 The Cougars 9pm

DECEMBER 30 THE JOY OF PAINTING

10-3:30pm – Hobby Lobby 803 Pilgrim Way Suite 100

Green Bay

We will be painting the Northern Lights. This class includes all supplies needed to complete a 16x20 painting. Just bring your desire to learn something new.  The cost is $65 per individual.

DECEMBER 31 US BANK EVE 23^rd CELEBRATION 2013

5-8pm – Various YMCA Locations

Green Bay, Howard, Bellevue

Entertainment varies at each location but may include open gym, swimming, inflatables and entertainment. 1740 S Huron Rd, 601 Cardinal Lane, 1315 Lime Kiln Road. 

DECEMBER 31 NEW YEAR’S EVE ICESKATING

7-10pm – Cornerstone Ice Center  1640 Fernando Dr    

Ashwaubenon

Use Lower entrance and bring your ice skates or rent them here for $2. Refreshments available proceeds will benefit the Skating Club.

DECEMBER 31 NEVILLE PUBLIC MUSEUM NEW YEARS EVE

5-8pm – 210 Museum Place

Green Bay

Horse drawn wagon rides. Remember to bring your hats, mittens and boots and enjoy an old fashioned wagon ride around downtown Green Bay. Rides will depart from the museum. Watch the “Winnie Pooh and Friends” starting at 4:05pm, 5:25pm, and 6:45pm. Complimentary popcorn and refreshments while supplies last.

DECEMBER 31 BOYS & GIRLS CLUB NEW YEARS EVE  

6-10pm – Both Green Bay Locations

Green Bay

Middle and High school students are invited to enjoy a fun-filled evening with food, music, prizes, basketball tournaments, and movies. Free admission but student ID or club ID required. 1451 University Ave or 311 S Oneida St.

DECEMBER 31 ST MARY’S ROLLER RINK NEW YEARS EVE

8pm-1am – 1265 Cass St 

Green Bay

Roller Skate your way into the New Year! Bring your own skates or rent a pair for $1.00. Balloons, hats and horns will complete the fun. Prize drawing at midnight. Fun for all.

DECEMBER 31 KROC CENTER NEW YEARS EVE

5-8pm – 1315 Lime Kiln Rd

Green Bay

Twilight swimming pool, bounce houses, and family Zumba party and hula hooping. The art room will have family projects for all ages and the game room will have pool. We will also have an outdoor bonfire with a hot cup of hot chocolate.

Senior/Adult dance starting at 6pm. Use the chapel entrance. Advance tickets are $5 or $7 at the door. Band music provided by Orv Konop & the OK Dance band. Light snacks and refreshments will also be provided.

DECEMBER 31 KIDS ROCKIN EVE

10-3pm – Children’s Museum 301 N Washington St

Green Bay

Kids can participate in related activities with regular admission. Call 920.432.4397 for information or email events@gbchildrenmuseum.org.

THE MONTH OF DECEMBER-JANUARY TRIANGLE SPORTS AREA TUBING AND SKI HILL 

Various Times – 500 Beverly Rd

Green Bay

Soft inflatables are allowed on the tubing hill only. Skis or snowboards are allowed on the ski hill only. Hours are; Monday-Friday 4:30-7:45pm and Saturday-Sunday 11:30-7:45pm.  The park will close if the wind chill is -20* or colder. Tow fees are $3 per person all ages and tube rental fee is $2 with a limited supply.  Please visit http://greenbaywi.gov for more information on special hours for New Year’s week.

JANUARY 4-25 INTRO TO SPORTS INSTRUCTIONAL CLASSES

2 sessions – Franklin Middle School 1234 W Mason St

Green Bay

A 4-week class on Saturday mornings with session 1 running from 9:15-10:15am and session 2from 10:30-11:30am. Intro to sports will introduce your child to sports and designed for boys or girls ages 4-5. The clinic will teach skills as passing, catching, throwing, and kicking. Residents pay $20 per child and non-residents $30 per child. Class size is limited. Visitwww.greenbaywi.gov to print a form or call 920.448.3367.

NOW-JANUARY 5 NATIONAL RAILROAD MUSUEM FESTIVAL OF TREES 

9-5pm –2285 S Broadway

Ashwaubenon

With nearly 30 fully decorated trees, this is a must visit for the Christmas season. Explore the trees or the trains. Admission is $5 per individual. Please call 920.437.7623 ext. 12 for more information.

NOW-JANUARY 13 HOLIDAY MEMORIES

12-3pm – Neville Public Museum 210 Museum Place

Green Bay

See animated figures that once adorned the H.C. Prange department store windows. Chat with Bruce the spruce, the talking Christmas tree. Decorate the tree of giving with new or lightly-used winter items like hats, gloves, and scarves. Items will be donated to the Salvation Army. For questions please call 920.448.4460 or visit nevillepublicmuseum.org. 

Comedy

The Green Bay Game Show  

 House of Valdar

1697 ½ Main St  

Comedy & game show cost $10

Saturdays 8-10pm

Comedy City Family Improv comedy

353 Main Ave De Pere   

Reservations required  

Fridays & Saturdays                

At 7:30pm & 9:30pm

Laugh Box Comedy Show           

353 Main Ave De Pere

Live stand-up comedy cost $5 

Thursdays at 8pm   

Community Groups

Community Yoga

Kavarna Café

Tuesday’s 8am   

Drop-in Class $5 donation

Middle/high School Wise Youth Group

Wise Women Gathering Place                       

2482 Babcock Rd                                                               

Friday’s 3:30pm

Astronomical Society

Neville Public Museum

2nd Wednesday each month 7-9pm

NWTC Career Network       

NWTC in room SC235           

Monday’s 10:30am         

Indoor Farmer Market      

Twin Elms Gardens

Kavarna Café Saturday’s 9am-12

Selling locally grown

Chemical free produce

Winter / Spring Workshop Offerings Now Available!

At the ARTgarage

1400 Cedar St Green Bay (920) 448-6800

Classes beginning in January are now available for registration online, in person or via phone/mail.

They include Oil Painting, Digital Photography, Watercolor, Creative Writing, Silk Painting, Knitting, and Abstract painting.

Full information on each of their classes can be found online at www.theartgarage.org, or you can call the ARTgarage to have a catalog mailed to you.

Please note businesses have the right to change times and dates at their own discretion. Please call or visit the company’s website before attending to get details. Thank you!

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Please feel free to explore our website and this blog. Contact us with any questions or requests for future events you would like to see featured.

If you are an existing company and would like for Green Bay Area Newcomers to advertise your upcoming events please submit your events to joleenallard@gmail.com or you may call Joleen Allard at (920) 468-4289.

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