Wandering Witch: The Journey of Elaina
Wandering Witch: The Journey of Elaina stars a young woman, but it is not a girly show. A wide majority of the important characters are women, but it is not a girly show. Too often do people write off shows once they see a girl as its star, and this is a show that should not be ignored by anyone who enjoys fantasy adventure series. It is a show about a young witch, as has been a popular theme in anime since Kiki’s Delivery Service in 1989. But this witch doesn’t deliver packages; Elaina just wants to travel and see the world. She travels to several cities where she learns about and participates in their unique customs, often imparting a lesson. It’s a simple, universal concept. Inepisode four, Elaina visits a deserted city beset by a giant monster. Episode six is more docile, when Elaina visits a city under a magical barrier that prevents the citizens from telling lies. A fun episode seven follows Elaina as she participates in a rivalry between neighboring vineyards. Each episode is a unique story with a unique conclusion. Overall, it was a pleasure to watch, there’s 12 episodes, and I’m hoping for a second season in the future. Available on Funimation, Hulu, and Crunchyroll.
—Gage Wilson, Anime Editor
The comedy-drama television series Everything’s Gonna Be Okay (2020-2021) was created by Australian comedian Josh Thomas, who plays the protagonist Nicholas. This impactful show is a great example of representation for LGBTQIA+ individuals, in addition to showcasing multiple characters that are on the autism spectrum, and exploring relationships that are romantic, familial, or simply friendship. Despite the heartfelt pilot that is 45 minutes long, every subsequent episode is roughly only about 20 minutes and is named after a different insect as a tribute to Nicholas’ career as an entomologist.
During a horrible storm on the planet Mars, a crew of astronauts must escape back to Earth. In the struggle back to their ship, Mark Watney (Matt Damon) is struck by flying debris and presumed to be dead. Though they are reluctant to do so, the crew has to leave him and take off for Earth. Surprisingly, Mark survives the storm and has been left stranded on Mars alone with minimal supplies and no way to return home. He is able to contact both the crew he was on the mission with and NASA back on Earth and both groups start developing plans to save Mark. With help contacted and nothing to do but wait, Mark now has to figure out how he will survive as he runs out of food and other necessities. How will he avoid running out of supplies before help comes and will he ever see Earth again? Available on Apple TV, Amazon Prime, Google Play, and Vudu.
Spirit is an old western-inspired animated movie that is great for a family movie night or, for most of us 2000s kids, something to watch to get some good old nostalgia. The story, which is narrated by Matt Damon, follows a wild stallion whose only goal is to keep his herd safe from danger. One day, he is captured out of the wild by soldiers in the U.S. Army. They take him back to their Army base where many of the soldiers attempt to tame him, but his spirit cannot be broken.
March 16th: the Marinette Recreation Center will be holding a Spring Fling Craft Show in their Activity Hall from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m.
March 23rd: Safe Haven Pet Sanctuary located at 151 North Broadway in Green Bay will be presenting Yoga with Kitties at 9:30 a.m. This class will be open to anyone and bring guests up close and personal with adorable rescue cats that are available for adoption. Tickets are required and cost $15.00.
I was in Marinette a few years ago to take care of business. I was with my boyfriend. We decided to dine out for brunch. A lot of the options in Marinette at the time seemed to consist heavily of fried food, such as burgers, pizza, fast food, and bar food. He very much doesn’t like that as he’s very healthy. So we went to Cafe Green. 
I’m sure almost everyone has been in that situation where the deadline to a loved one’s birthday or obligatory gift for the holiday is approaching. And you still have absolutely no idea what to get them. If you happen to be in the Manitowoc area, Ivy Trails is an amazing shop with the perfect solution to said problem. The store offers a variety of affordable yet high-quality items. They had everything from Colectivo coffee to soaps, shampoos and lotions, cute clothes, T-shirts, and dish rags with funny sayings. Furthermore, they had snow globes, little trinkets, as well as baby clothes and children’s toys. However, what really caught my eye was the jewelery. While their earrings and bracelets appeared to be of amazing quality, the prices were not outrageous. The quality was so good, it was almost as if I had purchased them from Blue Nile or Black Starr and Frost, however at not even a fraction of the price. Overall, I strongly recommend this place.
It seems as though, for women especially, it’s difficult to find a decent dress for a soiree, wedding, or gallery event. Most clothing even at classier boutiques is hyper casual. It appears impossible to get a nice dress unless it costs thousands of dollars and is from Oscar de La Renta or Faith Connxion. However, that is not always the case anymore. As Furs & Clothing of Distinction located in Green Bay has the perfect solution.
The beautiful lady on the left is a friend of mine! She was struggling to find a dress she could wear to a conference for the company she worked for. She found the perfect sparkling dress and shoes BOTH at Furs & Clothing of Distinction. And she is not the only one. I myself and several people I know have found the perfect dress for special occasions at Furs and Clothing of Distiniction. The store has your back. This shows that now you can find a dress for that wedding, that gallery event, or that cocktail party without having to shell out thousands of dollars. Furs & Clothing of Distinction offers a large variety of different dresses to fit every style and every body type. You absolutely need to visit this store if you or someone you know is in need of an awe-inspiring dress. You will like the way you look. That is a promise!
St. Vincent De Paul in both Marinette and Green Bay have volunteer opportunities available. The goal of the organization is to offer aid to anyone in need on a person-to-person basis. They understand that every situation is different, and through the diverse programs offered can assist in situations including intervention, consultation, direct financial assistance, or in-kind services such as the food pantry. Their goal is to provide help to the public while supporting the confidentiality of the situation and the dignity of the people involved. Green Bay is looking for volunteers for stocking and rotating merchandise in the store, organizing clothing, processing and sorting donations, and making popcorn. Marinette is looking for volunteers to aid in food drives, food bagging and distribution, thrift store sorting, organizing and shelving of merchandise, straightening and restoring sections of the store, and maintaining the cleanliness of the property. Whether you are only available for a day or are able to commit to a regular volunteer schedule, help is always needed. Just follow the link to fill out the volunteer form and start helping our communities grow.
Do you have a song or poem you want to share? On March 1st, Sigma Tau Delta is hosting an open mic night from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the Common Grounds Coffeehouse on the Green Bay campus. This event is open to all creative writers/musicians who wish to share their work. If you don’t have a song, poem, short fiction, etc. to share, come out to support the creative minds that are giving voice to their passions.
Have you ever wondered how to craft a cute cow sign? On March 12th at 11 a.m. the Craft Corner in Marinette will show you how to sand, paint, and assemble a highland cow sign. The sign is approximately twelve inches, and the cost is $25. This is a prepay class, so stop in or call 715/587-4643 to reserve your spot.
Unintentional comedy is a curious thing. A crew of suburban moms who always claim paranormal activity in whatever house they’re visiting. All the while, the certified home inspector-in-tow flatly states there’s a carbon monoxide leak. Like, c’mon. That’s an SNL sketch waiting to happen. However insulting its by-the-numbers episodic template and lack of tact the crew’s psychic and researcher have for the affected homeowners is, you’ll at least get a laugh out of how far the show goes to claim, “Nooo, this house is haunted. Trust us!” Available on YouTube.
Given that these shows already struggle to provide proof of paranormal activity, those with a cryptozoological focus overcompensate with an overly solemn, grounded tone. After all, what else are they going to offer? Given that these shows already struggle to provide evidence, those with a cryptozoological focus often overcompensate with an overly solemn, grounded tone. This series instead opts to embrace the hokey elements of the genre, focusing on a crackpot team of eccentric old dudes making millions off of running around in the woods and yelling at random noises rather than finding whatever alleged beast is out there. It’s the sort of show to kick back and watch with friends than a serious look into whatever the crew happens to cover that week. Available free on the Roku Channel, as well as on Max, Discovery+, Fubo, and Philo.
The podcast Serial Killers by Parcast Network, presented by Will Trent, provides a fascinating look into the world of true crime and serial killers, examining the sociological and psychological factors that shaped these people into the monsters that they became. By referencing academic and other useful sources throughout, this entertaining, informative podcast is not something that I would classify as true crime sludge, made carelessly and without consideration for the victims. Rather, it’s a well thought-out and respectful presentation of real-life events.
As is traditional of the Yakuza games, Yakuza: Like a Dragon is a long, detailed story with lots of mini-games and sub-stories. This game stands out from the series in three major areas: Never-seen-before Ichiban Kasuga is the new protagonist in this spin-off game, combat is now turn-based, and audio is available in English for the first time in the series’ 15-year run. Just like all Yakuza games, this one will be more than 80 hours of gameplay with many sub-stories and minigames included.
The trouble I’ve found is that the 60-dollar standard for these types of games never really reflects the level of content you’d expect.