What are you doing on Valentine's Day? I'll be heading to Lion's Mouth Bookstore for another author event that embraces love-filled stories. Local author Wendy Wimmer, as well as screenwriter, actor, and author Tonya Todd will be on hand for the book launch of 52 Love: A Year of Romance. The anthology features thirteen stories that range from chaste to super spicy.

Nueske's Company Store in Wittenberg is a must visit when traveling on Highway 29. My family has long known that some of the best bacon in the United States comes from this Wisconsin company. If you've ever read a food magazine, Nueske's is often the preferred choice for bacon. Yes, it's a bit pricier, but sometimes spending more for high quality food is worth it.

To all my Wisconsin peeps, Bargain Sleuth is back on the case! From 2009 - 2015, I ran a number of websites that focused on saving money, whether it was the drugstore or grocery store. What was born out of my love of getting a good deal and sharing my knowledge with others turned into a great work-from-home opportunity. And now, I'm back for more.

At the end of every Green Bay Packers season, the Packers Pro Shop starts slashing prices. How do I know that? I was the Ecommerce person who put products up on the website for more than six years. Right now, there are more than 500 items marked down on the website. Sideline items like Salute to Service, Crucial Catch, and Winter Warning, as well as Sideline hats and caps from New Era are marked down, as well as big name brands like Tommy Bahama, WEAR by Erin Andrews, Mitchell & Ness and Pro Standard.

For the month of February, the Algoma Book corner is offering Buy One Get One Free on all Romance books! The store is run by the Algoma Library Friends and proceeds benefit the Algoma Library. The Book Corner sells a wide selection of hardcover and paperback books, including:

The Wisconsin DNR, Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction, and libraries across the state are making it easier to visit state parks, forests, and recreation spots. The program lets participating library card holders check out a day pass for state parks and forests. Also available at some location is an informational kit of state park system materials including maps, stickers, and accessibility information.

Get ready for an exciting winter-themed night at the Kroc! Families are invited to enjoy winter games, music, crafts, awards, and snacks in a fun and welcoming atmosphere. Friday, February 13th 5:30 PM FREE Kroc Center - 1315 Lime Kiln Road, Green Bay Bring the whole family and experience a night of fun, creativity, and connection at the Kroc!

Art is for everyone, and thanks to The Boldt Company, admission to the Trout Museum of Art is FREE through December 2026. Explore the galleries, enjoy a beverage in the Drinkery, and stay as long as you’d like. Museum Gallery & Store:: Tuesday & Wednesday: 10a - 5pm Thursday & Friday: 10a - 7pm Saturday & Sunday: 9a - 5pm The Trout Museum is located at 325 E College Avenue, Appleton. For more information, click here.

Art is for everyone, and thanks to The Boldt Company, admission to the Trout Museum of Art is FREE through December 2026. Explore the galleries, enjoy a beverage in the Drinkery, and stay as long as you’d like. Museum Gallery & Store:: Tuesday & Wednesday: 10a - 5pm Thursday & Friday: 10a - 7pm Saturday & Sunday: 9a - 5pm The Trout Museum is located at 325 E College Avenue, Appleton. For more information, click here.

Woodmans Green Bay has a fantastic deal on Weyauwega Butter right now. You can get their salted butter for 2/$4.00. Unsalted butter is $2.39/lb. This is the sort of deal that I take advantage of to stock up. I sent my son to pick up 12 pounds of unsalted butter (have to watch my salt intake) and it cost less than $30. That's a Bargain Sleuth-approved price.

Hey, y’all! Green Bay authors Ruthie Knox and Annie Mare have released their second book in the Prairie Nightingale mystery series, set right here in Northeastern Wisconsin! They're doing an in-person signing at Green Bay’s very own Lion’s Mouth Bookstore at 1:30p TODAY! I was lucky enough to get an advanced reader and listener copy of Trailbreaker and REALLY liked the cozy mystery. Read my review here.

Head over to Hy-Vee in Ashwaubenon today for their Demofest. The store will be offering free samples on a variety of items that will help your big game get-together! The event runs from 11am - 4pm

Get ready for an exciting winter-themed night at the Kroc! Families are invited to enjoy winter games, music, crafts, awards, and snacks in a fun and welcoming atmosphere. Friday, February 13th 5:30 PM FREE Kroc Center - 1315 Lime Kiln Road, Green Bay Bring the whole family and experience a night of fun, creativity, and connection at the Kroc!

The Wisconsin DNR, Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction, and libraries across the state are making it easier to visit state parks, forests, and recreation spots. The program lets participating library card holders check out a day pass for state parks and forests. Also available at some location is an informational kit of state park system materials including maps, stickers, and accessibility information.

Hey, Appleton peeps! There's a new bookstore to check out in your city. It's called The Flora Shelves, and they're having their Grand Opening on Saturday, February 7, 2025, from 10am - 4pm. The bookstore features: Curated selection of books primarily: fantasy, romance and new releases Titles including indie published authors, queer books, taboo and banned books - and yes, lots of spicy books!

This coming Saturday, February 7, 2026, is the 20th Annual Frosty Fun Night at the Bay Beach Wildlife Sanctuary. Proceeds benefit the R-PAWS Wildlife Rehabilitation Program. This event includes: Candlelit walks to see the animals and waterfalls at night - you might even see the wolves howling, turtles, opossums, and more up-close!  Music by the Good News Band Southwest High School Band and Orchestra…

Did you know that the Neville Public Museum in Green Bay offers FREE ADMISSION the first Wednesday of every month? When I was bringing the kids there, it was only nighttime admission. Now, the free admission is good all day! The only catch is that you have to be a resident of Brown County. For more information and a list of future dates, click here. Like what you see? Never miss a post. Subscribe to our newsletter below.

Heads up, cooks! Wisconsin-based Penzey's spices is offering one of their semi-annual gift card sales. This time around, you can get a $40 gift card for only $30. I love to buy a few gift cards and then use them when the site has a 20% off sitewide sale. Also available is Penzeys 1/2 cup jar of Pepper for FREE just by using code HEART.