Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 12th of April.
Good morning, Green Bay.
The Brown County Tavern League will run 40 free SafeRide shuttles from Lambeau Field and nearly 200 local bars and restaurants from April 23 to 26 to help NFL Draft visitors and residents avoid drunk driving—Don Mjelde said the program expanded after delays at the 2023 NFL Draft in Kansas City and will drive riders home within Brown County.
Ten student interns at St. Norbert College are researching the school's link with the Packers and have displayed photos and clippings at Mulva Library in De Pere on April 9th for NFL Draft visitors coming April 24th—26th.
Green Bay School District presented three name options for its new elementary school at 1754 Ninth St.—the choices are Bart Starr Elementary, Bright Horizons Elementary, and Creekside Elementary.
The school board will review the names on Monday and is expected to decide on the final name at its April 28 meeting as construction begins this summer.
Starting 7 a.m. on April 13, the eastbound lanes of Lombardi Avenue from South Military Avenue to Holmgren Way and part of South Ridge Road will close—crews will use the break to build the NFL draft campus.
The westbound lanes of Lombardi Avenue will close on April 19, and additional closures will take effect from April 23 until after the draft.
The FOX 11 Draft Special will air Sunday, April 13 at 9:30 p.m. on FOX 11.
The program will review Packers draft history and share insights from past experiences and predictions—helping fans prepare for the upcoming event.
The Great Bunny Train
9 a.m. – 5 p.m. — National Railroad Museum — $20-$27 — Enjoy a vintage train ride and fun activities with the Easter Bunny at this family-friendly event.
Deadhead: A Grateful Dead Tribute
7-10 p.m. — The Tarlton Theatre — $20 per seat — Celebrate the music of the Grateful Dead with local bands at a historic venue.
ComedyCity: Family Fun Show
6:30-8:00 p.m. — ComedyCity Theatre — $10 tickets — Enjoy high-energy, family-friendly improv comedy based on audience suggestions.
2025 NFL Draft Parking Availability
10 AM – 11 PM — Green Bay Distillery — Parking options available — Limited spots for general admission, VIP, and RV parking for the NFL Draft.
Taste Of The Draft 2025
4-8 p.m. — Schreiber Foods — Support a great cause — Enjoy an evening with the Green Bay Packers to help end student hunger in Wisconsin.
Live Music with The Cougars
2-6 p.m. — Kroll's West — Free entry — Enjoy a lively performance by The Cougars in a local favorite venue.
2025 NFL Draft Daily Parking
3:00 PM – 4:30 AM — Green Bay Moose Lodge — Paid parking — Enjoy convenient in-and-out parking just half a mile from the draft location.
ComedyCity: Family Improv Show
6:30-8:00 p.m. — ComedyCity Theatre — $10 tickets — Enjoy high-energy, family-friendly improv comedy inspired by audience suggestions.
ComedyCity: After Dark
6:30–8:00 p.m. — ComedyCity Theatre — $10 tickets — Enjoy an all-ages improvisational comedy show where the audience's suggestions fuel the fun.
Spring Bird Walk
6:30 a.m. — Bay Beach Wildlife Sanctuary — Free entry — Explore the beauty of spring birds in a guided nature walk with the Bay Area Bird Club.
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