{"id":2488,"name":"Green Bay","state_id":62,"county_id":3046,"created_at":"2019-08-20T10:31:56.297-07:00","updated_at":"2024-09-20T12:17:40.954-07:00","meta_description":null,"head_tag":null,"tagline":null,"intro_section":"\u003cp\u003eSo you\u0026rsquo;re getting married in Green Bay! First of all, congratulations! You\u0026rsquo;re sure to love the energy that this great American city has to offer, whether it\u0026#39;s cheering on the Packers at Lambeau Field or reveling at \u003ca href=\"https://www.keggersgreenbay.com/beergarden\"\u003eKeggers\u003c/a\u003e on Broadway Street, you\u0026rsquo;re sure to have a grand time. You\u0026rsquo;ll also like to know that Green Bay has a wide selection of wedding venues, from lavish banquet halls to scenic waterfront venues, so you\u0026rsquo;re sure to find the one that suits your tastes.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eWhatever your plans, AMM is here to make sure that the logistical aspects of your wedding are taken care of - from ordaining your minister of choice to walking you through the marriage license process.\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n","officiant_section":"\u003ch3\u003eStep 1: Get Ordained with American Marriage Ministries\u003c/h3\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eIn the State of Wisconsin, \u0026ldquo;Any ordained clergyman of any religious denomination or society, any judge of a court of record, or a family court commissioner may perform the ceremony.\u0026rdquo; This also means AMM ministers!\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eIf you have been asked by family or friends to officiate their wedding, but you are not yet an ordained minister, you can \u003ca href=\"https://theamm.org/ordination-application\"\u003eregister\u003c/a\u003e with AMM! The process is free, and should only take you a few minutes to complete!\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch3\u003eStep 2: Prepare for the Ceremony in Green Bay\u003c/h3\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eNow that the formal application process is out of the way, we can help you prepare for the more personal aspects of conducting the wedding ceremony. Being asked to officiate a ceremony is an honor, but requires a bit of preparation. You may want to check out our \u003ca href=\"https://theamm.org/officiant-training\"\u003ewedding training pages\u003c/a\u003e, which are a library of information to help you prepare for your first ceremony and ensure that it goes smoothly.\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr /\u003e\r\nHere you can find everything from sample wedding ceremony scripts, to brainstorming prompts, tips for preparation, and more.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\r\nStep 3: Officiate the Wedding and Complete the Marriage License\u003c/h3\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\r\nIt is the couple\u0026rsquo;s responsibility to apply for and fill out the marriage license. Non-residents of Wisconsin must apply in the same county where they plan to get married. Alternatively, residents must apply in the county where at least one of the members has resided for a minimum of 30 days. The license is then valid throughout the State of Wisconsin. Once the ceremony has taken place, it is the officiant\u0026rsquo;s job to return the marriage license to the Register of Deeds office.\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n","couple_section":"\u003ch3\u003eFile for the Marriage License in Brown County\u003c/h3\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\r\nNow let\u0026rsquo;s take a look at the couple\u0026rsquo;s responsibilities. Both members must appear in person, and be able to present valid state-issued identification, state-issued copies of birth certificates, and social security numbers. Information such as parents\u0026#39; full legal names and the wedding officiant\u0026#39;s name should also be readily available when you visit the clerk\u0026rsquo;s office. The marriage license costs $115 in Brown County. A six-day waiting period is required unless a waiver is granted, then an extra fee of $25 is required.\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhen you go, remember to bring the following:\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli\u003e$125 cash\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli\u003ePhoto IDs\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli\u003eSocial Security Numbers\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli\u003eA printed document proving where each member of the couple has lived for the 30 days prior to the application, e.g. a driver\u0026rsquo;s license with a current address on it, a lease, utility bill, or bank statement.\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli\u003eA certified copy of a birth certificate issued by the state or county where you were born.\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli\u003eYour officiant\u0026#39;s information (first and last name, address, and phone number).\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\t\u0026nbsp;\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\u003c/ul\u003e\r\n","wedding_tips":"\u003ch3\u003eThe Basics\u003c/h3\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\r\nIf you happen to be a hard-core Packers fan, why not get married right at \u003ca href=\"https://www.packers.com/lambeau-field/lambeau-field-events/weddings\"\u003eLambeau Field\u003c/a\u003e! Here you can book an appropriately attired banquet hall and share the strong history and pride of Green Bay with family and friends. For something a little more conventional, you can also check out the \u003ca href=\"https://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotel_Review-g59929-d307808-Reviews-Tundra_Lodge_Resort_Waterpark_Conference_Center-Green_Bay_Wisconsin.html\"\u003eTundra Lodge\u003c/a\u003e, which features beautifully lit, spacious ballrooms, plus a waterpark if you\u0026rsquo;re down for a little excitement. \u003ca href=\"https://heritagehillgb.org/\"\u003eHeritage Hill State Park\u003c/a\u003e makes for a classic outdoor wedding venue complete with a large seating area and a gorgeous white gazebo for capturing the best wedding photos.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\r\nTransportation\u0026nbsp;\u003c/h3\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\r\nThe Green Bay Metro bus system offers public transportation in and around Downtown. For those with disabilities who cannot use Metro, the city\u0026rsquo;s Paratransit provides an excellent alternative. Rideshare and taxi services should also be available if you want to avoid renting a car.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\r\nWeather\u0026nbsp;\u003c/h3\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\r\nSummers in Green Bay are warm, but winters are freezing, snowy and windy. It also rains a lot, with an average rainfall of 32 inches per year. The best time to visit Green Bay is in the summer months between June and September.\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n","faq":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs there a waiting period to get married in Green Bay once you\u0026rsquo;ve applied for the marriage license?\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\r\nYes, the application must be made six calendar days before the license is issued, but no more than 30 days before the wedding. If granted permission, the waiting period can be waived for an extra $25 fee.\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u003cstrong\u003eAre witnesses required to get married in Green Bay?\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\r\nYes, a legal ceremony must have at least two competent adult witnesses.\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u003cstrong\u003eHow long does an applicant have to wait to get remarried after a divorce?\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\r\nIn Wisconsin, there is a required waiting period of six months after the divorce is granted before the applicant can get remarried.\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u003cstrong\u003eDo marriage license applicants need to provide a social security card?\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\r\nNo, but they do need to be able to provide the social security number.\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n","content_live":true,"marriage_licensing_info":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIssuance Office:\u003c/strong\u003e 305 East Walnut Street, Room 120\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u003cstrong\u003eFee:\u003c/strong\u003e $125\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u003cstrong\u003eExpiration: \u003c/strong\u003e30 days\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u003cstrong\u003eReturn:\u003c/strong\u003e by Officiant\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n","meta_description_esp":null,"head_tag_esp":null,"tagline_esp":null,"intro_section_esp":"","officiant_section_esp":"","couple_section_esp":"","wedding_tips_esp":"","faq_esp":"","content_live_esp":false,"marriage_licensing_info_esp":""}