Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 17th of November.
Good morning, Green Bay.
Responders were dispatched to a fire on the 2700 block of Brookside Dr in Freedom Saturday afternoon—arriving at 1:15 p.m.—and quickly controlled the blaze with help from Freedom Fire's brush unit.
The UWGB campus hosted a free two-day Hmong New Year event over the weekend that marked the end of the harvest season and honored Hmong settlers who came to America after the Vietnam War — more than 25 vendors offered cultural drinks and snacks while community members enjoyed traditional dance, sports and social games.
Exclusive negotiations between the USL and Green Bay have started to bring professional men's and women's soccer teams to the area after a semipro team folded in Ashwaubenon.
City leaders are seeking financing and a location for a 5000 seat stadium & planning a mixed-use development as the negotiation window runs until next September with two six-month extensions.
The Packers beat the Giants 27—20 on Sunday, and many fans were upset because the team gained less than 300 yards and held the ball for less time despite the win.
Some fans blamed coach Matt Lafleur and poor kicking—while still hoping the team will do better in the seven games left.
The Green Bay Packers have a history of thrilling comeback wins as a list compiled by Stacker ranks the team’s top 10 turnarounds by the size of their deficits and final scores.
The rankings (from as early as 1941 to as recent as 2023) highlight moments when the team overcame large gaps (including a 23-point rally) to seal wins.
Garden of Lights
4:30–9 p.m. — Green Bay Botanical Garden — Ticket prices vary — Experience a 1-mile path filled with luminous lightscapes and magical holiday moments.
Collectorabilia Con
8 AM – 5 PM — Resch Expo — $7 — A family-friendly event featuring retro games, toys, comics, and special guest Tony Cox.
A Sherlock Carol
7:30-10 p.m. — Green Bay Community Theater — Ticket prices vary — Solve a delightful mystery with Sherlock Holmes and Tiny Tim this holiday season.
Candlelight Concert: Tribute to Adele
6:30-7:29 p.m. — Birder Hall — Tickets selling fast — Experience the enchanting music of Adele performed by the Listeso String Quartet under candlelight.
Cherry Pie Rocks Bulldogs Bar
7 PM – 1 AM — Bulldogs — $10 cover charge — Rock out at the newly remodeled Bulldogs Bar with an exciting performance that'll leave you wanting more until next year.
Green Bay Packers vs. Chicago Bears
12:00 p.m. — Lambeau Field — Tickets required — Witness the historic rivalry as the Packers clash with the Bears in this exciting NFL showdown.
Strong Women, Strong Coffee with Josh and Amy Woods
9-11 a.m. — Startup Hub — Free entry — Connect with local entrepreneurs over coffee and learn about natural skincare from FAVORYT founders.
A Frank's Christmas
7:30 p.m. — Meyer Theatre — Tickets starting at $87 — Experience a festive evening filled with holiday cheer and performance.
A Frank's Christmas Concert
7:30-9 p.m. — Meyer Theatre — Tickets from $87 — Experience the magic of the holiday season with a festive performance.
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