Luna Glo Candle Bar is a gorgeous new shop in Downtown Green Bay that offers a DIY candle experience. It’s the perfect activity for a girls’ day outing or even a date night! Here’s a look at my recent visit, and how I created my very own candle:

Step 1: Selecting Fragrances

Luna Glo offers over 90 fragrance options, so there really is something for everyone! I selected 2 scents to mix in my candle creation: fruit loops and vanilla.

Step 2: Choosing a Vessel

Again, there are lots of lovely options. There were a few vessels that caught my eye, but I ultimately decided on an opalite pink glass.

Step 3: Adding a Wick & Labels

I upgraded for a woodwick, but you can also keep it classic. I loved customizing my candle name sticker and hearing how others labeled their creations.

Step 4: Mixing Scents & Pouring Wax

I mixed the fruit loop and vanilla fragrances separately from the wax to achieve the perfect ratio. Then, the fragrance and wax were mixed up before being poured into the vessel. After the wax was poured, I added glitter for an extra sparkly touch.

Curing Your Custom Creation

The candle needs time to cure before you take it home (about 60-90 minutes). You can wait in the shop, or you can head out and come back. Our group decided to hang out and chat, and the time flew right by!

The candle-making experience was fun, creative, and cozy. And, very beginner-friendly! You are guided throughout the experience, so no worries if you’ve never made a candle before. The aesthetic of the shop is very welcoming and calm. It’s a great place to gather with friends/loved ones and create something unique!

Have you ever enjoyed a DIY experience like this? I would love to hear your thoughts in the comments or on Instagram. Let’s chat!

If you’ve ever been walking around Downtown Green Bay in the summer, you’ve likely seen (and heard) a pedal pub cruising down the street. This is the Foxy Pedaler! But this isn’t the only option to ride and sip in style. There’s also the Foxy Paddler party boat, which offers a similar experience on the water.

I’ve recently taken a ride on each of the Foxy tours – an activity that’s been on my local wishlist for a little while now! And, I had a great time! Both provide a fun and unique experience to enjoy.

Here’s what my journeys looked like, plus a few tips for having the best experience. I hope this inspires you to plan your own Foxy tour.

My Foxy Pedaler Experience

This was my first time on a pedal pub, and it was a blast! For a couple of hours, we biked around town and visited three local bars:

• Our first stop was Jill’s. This place is known for fresh-squeezed summer hummers – delish!
• Second, we visited Lenny’s Tap. This is a spot I’m familiar with from downtown beer and wine walks. It’s a great place to grab a drink.
• Last, but certainly not least, we went to C-Street. It’s a cozy spot with unique style!

Two of the three bars I had never been to, so I found the tour to be a great opportunity to explore my own city. Also, it was fun to ride around the downtown streets on the Pedaler. As you may imagine, it gets lots of looks, but also cheers!

My Foxy Paddler Experience

This tour brought us for a chill ride on the water and to visit a couple of local bar & grills: Fox Harbor and Hagemeister Park. Both are downtown favorites in Green Bay!

The Foxy Paddler tour was giving all of the best summer vibes. If you’re looking for something fun to do and to beat the heat, this is the thing! The cover, refreshments, and breeze from the water made a sunny summer day very comfortable.

If you have a large group you want to bike around with, this may also be the tour for you! The party boat can accommodate 22 people.

Smooth cruising and cold drinks – what’s not to like?

Tips for the Best Experience

Before you head on your adventure, plan ahead:

• Make sure you have a fully charged phone with an upbeat playlist ready to go! You can get hooked up to the speaker system on the Pedaler or Paddler to set the tone for your on-the-go party.
• Wear comfy shoes. You’ll be pedaling, getting on and off the pedaler/paddler, and walking around bars – it’s good to choose function over fashion in this situation.
• Bring NA sips if you like! You can totally enjoy this experience without alcohol. Bring the sips that’ll complement your good time.

Have you experienced the Foxy Pedaler or Foxy Paddler? I would love to hear your thoughts in the comments or on Instagram. Let’s chat!

I stayed very caffeinated last weekend while exploring nine local shops located in Downtown Green Bay. My husband, family, and I attended the Cafe Crawl together for the second year, so I think it qualifies as a tradition now!

The Cafe Crawl is one of my favorite annual events in the area. It combines my love for coffee and my love for the amazing local spots we have in Green Bay.

Here’s a look at where we explored on the crawl:

Glas Coffeehouse

Glas served up a special Draft Day brew and chocolate chip energy bites. They provided the perfect cozy setting to enjoy our treats and watch the trolly zoom from stop to stop outside the window.

Captain’s Walk Winery

This winery is a favorite spot of mine. The vibes, the aesthetic, and the wine are all incredible. Instead of serving simply coffee, Captain’s Walk served Coffee Bean Buzz cocktails (coffee with Kahlua, Tequila, and whipped cream).

Grounded Cafe

Here we sampled a hot cup of chaider (chai & apple cider), and a gluten-free peanut butter cookie. Look at the photo below and you’ll see that the cookie was so good my husband couldn’t let the phone eat first.

If you’ve been a reader, you may remember that I mentioned Grounded Cafe on the blog before. Grounded served as a stop on the 2023 Cafe Crawl, too! You can check out my 2023 Cafe Crawl journey for even more coffee shop recommendations. But, first, let’s visit the rest of the 2025 stops – read on!

Hotel Northland

This stop had my favorite treat: a cinnamon roll! Hotel Northland is a gorgeous place to stay or simply grab a drink or a meal. My husband and I enjoyed a mini staycation at Hotel Northland a couple of years back. It has a very elegant and historic charm while offering luxurious modern amenities.

Lion’s Mouth Bookstore

Book lovers, this is the place for you! Lion’s Mouth served freshly brewed coffee and tea. I hadn’t been in the shop since they unveiled their in-store coffee bar, so it was exciting to see the cafe in action! I’ll have to return for a sip and a read.

Loco Wisco

You can always depend on Loco Wisco for a beautiful assortment of local goods. Here, we sampled Door County Coffee and espresso cheese. I have to say, espresso and cheese seemed like an unusual pairing, but it totally worked!

Daily Buzz

I enjoyed a Honey Bee Refresher sample at Daily Buzz. This coffee shop is high on my list of downtown favorites. In the same location, at night, the space comes to life as The Nightly Buzz. It’s on my list of places to check out!

The Attic

Here is yet another place perfect for book lovers! The Attic has shelves of books to explore and find your next read as well as everything you’d expect from your typical coffee shop. They brewed a few tea options to try.

The Kompound

This is a fairly new coffee shop in the area, but it’s quickly becoming one of my favorites. The Kompound has a unique style and a delicious line-up of lattes. During the crawl, I tried the Peanut Butter Latte – it was perfectly sweet and the tastiest way to wrap up our caffeinated adventure.

What’s your favorite local coffee shop? I would love to hear your thoughts in the comments or on Instagram. Let’s chat!

This past weekend, I joined in on the Cafe Crawl all around Downtown Green Bay. The crawl featured six different local coffee and tea shops and lots of unique caffeinated treats to enjoy. Admittedly, I’ve been waiting for this event to return since the last Cafe Crawl I went to in 2018. Coffee and hanging out downtown are just a couple of my favorite things, so this event is the perfect blend!

If you’re looking for a new cafe to try, you can’t go wrong with any of the shops that were on the Cafe Crawl route:

Daily Buzz Espresso Bar

The crawl began at Daily Buzz Espresso Bar. This shop is a favorite of mine since I can always count on enjoying something from their seasonal drink menu. Not to mention, their food is great and their bakery case is always mouth-watering. The aesthetic of Daily Buzz is a bit industrial yet still cozy.

Glas Coffeehouse

As you may guess from the name, Glas Coffeehouse has Irish roots. This place is my go-to when I want a big cup of cold brew. If you don’t get a chance to visit this shop in person, you should check if you’re in the designated area for their bike delivery. Yep, you read that right. They deliver coffee and treats in a very eco-friendly way.

Grounded Cafe at ADRC

If you’re looking for a cup of coffee that can make a difference, check out Grounded Cafe. They provide a space for people of all abilities and all ages to thrive. You can check them out on the ‘gram for all of their daily special announcements.

The Attic Books and Coffee

Calling all book lovers! The coffee shop doubles as a book shop. So, while you sip, you can also shop a variety of pre-loved books. I always recommend The Attic to friends who are new to the area.

Cultivate Taste Tea Salon

Cultivate Taste is a tea shop that’s somewhat new to the area and very new to me. I’ve stopped by a couple of times during local events like the Cafe Crawl, but I’d love to visit for an official tea tasting.

Voyageurs Bakehouse

This place is really beautiful and bright. Their lattes are artfully done, and their bakery treats are so yummy. Voyageurs is the kind of place that I enjoy going to on a slow Saturday morning. If you’re looking for a solid breakfast and an Instagramable location, this is your place.

Which coffee shops will you try or have you tried? Any favorites? I would love to hear your thoughts in the comments or on Instagram. Let’s chat!

Summer is not over yet! There is still lots to do before we wrap up July and August, especially in Green Bay.

In this post, I’ll share five things that I’ve been enjoying this summer. If you also live in Green Bay, we may have some favorite things to do in common. Yet, I hope that you can find something new to try in this post! If you are not from Green Bay, I believe this post offers some good recommendations for a visit.

Go To the Downtown Farmers’ Markets

When the weather starts warming up in Green Bay, I always look forward to farmers’ market season. On Wednesday nights, you can catch the Farmers’ Market on Broadway from 3:00 pm to 8:00 pm. There are local produce vendors as well as a few food trucks and beer tents. Also, you’ll find a handful of vendors selling floral bouquets.

On Saturday morning, there’s a farmers’ market from 7:00 am to noon on South Washington Street in Downtown Green Bay. I love to catch the free yoga at 8:00 am. This market also has a lot of local vendors and food trucks. I always have to stop by Coffee Wizardz‘s nitro cold brew stand; their draft lattes are incredible.

Enjoy Live Music, Wine Slushies, and Sangria at Captain’s Walk Winery

Captain’s Walk Winery is currently hosting a Summer Concert Series on Thursday nights (you can check the dates here). They have wine slushies on the menu Thursday through Sunday throughout summer. Yes, these are absolutely delicious.

Before summer is over, I need to make it to one of their Sangria Saturdays. From 11:00 am to 1:00 pm on Saturdays in the summer, you can get 1 liter of sangria and a basket of chips with homemade salsa for just $14!

Attend Titletown District Events

There’s always something going on in Titletown. Lately, they’ve been hosting a series of free concerts with some pretty big names. I’m looking forward to seeing 3OH!3 on August 13th! In the district, they also host workout classes, outdoor movies, and more! You can check out their full calendar of events here.

Go Out On Downtown Dinner Dates

A few of my favorite places to grab dinner in Downtown Green Bay include Copper State, Vintage Cantina, and Fox Harbor. I probably frequent Fox Harbor the most, but Vintage is a close second. You can depend on these three for a good meal and good drinks.

Enjoy Live Music and Brews at Badger State Brewing

Badger State Brewing has live music in their beer garden every Friday night (now through August)! It’s the perfect spot to kick back, relax, and have a good time. They have a huge beer selection, and they frequently feature new brews. Lately, I’ve really liked Tiki Tom Margs, Stateside Seltzer’s Hard Lemonade, and Badger State’s Cran-Delusion.

What are your favorite things to do in the summer? I would love to hear your thoughts in the comments or on Instagram. Let’s chat!