February 25, 2021
Entertainment Stores Near You
Have you been staring at your screen for too long doing schoolwork or work in general? In the last issue, I listed off how you can help local restaurants in your area by ordering take-out or buying gift cards, but restaurants aren’t the only thing struggling! Small businesses such as book, music, and game stores are seeing a lack of business as well. Since we are spending more time at home, it could help to pick up a new hobby to keep things fresh and fun! These stores have websites to view their selection and purchase from online. If you can’t find anything currently on their websites that’s sticking out to you, you can also purchase gift cards! This way you’re still boosting business, and now you can treat yourself or a loved one to a gift later when you do see something you like!
Here are three small-business recommendations in the Green Bay area and three recommendations in the Marinette area to find something that can pull your eyes off a screen, and still ensure a relaxing or fun time!
- Gnome Games, (920) 965-1380: Need a new game to play with your roommates or family? Check out Gnome Games’ website and find something new to play together! Gnome Games has two locations in Green Bay, and one in Appleton, where they also offer in-store shopping if you are wearing a mask while you are inside.
. - Lion’s Mouth Bookstore, (920) 406-0200: We’ve all been spending way too much time on our screens; it’s time to pick up a good old-fashioned book! They sell used and new books, and if you have books you no longer want, you can exchange them for store credit! During the month of February, Lion’s Mouth is highlighting Black authors for Black History Month, so make sure to check out their recommendations.
. - Rock N’ Roll Land, (920) 490-2881: Have you been listening to the same two or three playlists for the last year? Check out some artists you may not listen to as often and buy an album or two! Rock N’ Roll Land has CDs and records to browse, as well as merchandise like T-shirts and baseball caps! It may be easier to just look up these artists on whichever music streaming service you use, but doesn’t it just feel better to own a physical copy of these albums?
Local Favorites in Marinette:
- Main Street Antique Mall: If you need a day of mindless fun, check out this wonderful antique mall. Take a stroll down memory lane to revisit your childhood and see items of the past as you explore every booth. You can also find local food and custom Marinette T-shirts here.
. - Game Knights: Next, head over to your local game store where you can buy a new puzzle or game to play at home. You could also find collectible group games to play with friends such as Magic: The Gathering or Dungeons & Dragons. Find this shop on Facebook to keep up to date on new products and store updates.
. - Bay Shore Books: Hop in the car and take a short ride to Oconto. There you will find this amazing bookstore to roam. Currently, they only allow five people in the store at a time and require face masks to enter. Another option is to sit comfortably at home while scrolling through their website for a book to be shipped to your doorstep.