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🌱 Patch AM: How Greendale’s marching band earned a spot in the Rose Parade
And check out Ice Hockey: B/JV on the Greendale Patch calendar

Hello again Greendale! We’re bringing you the latest town highlights. Don’t miss out, keep going! ☀️
In today's newsletter:
- How Greendale’s marching band earned a spot in the Rose Parade
Today's riddle: What did the clock say when it ran out of batteries? 🤔 (Answer below!)
Find out what's happening in Greendalefor free with the latest updates from Patch.
- Friday: Rain and drizzle this morning, with a high of 43 and low of 33 degrees.
- Saturday: Cloudy, temps: high: 43, low: 37.
- Sunday: Rain; breezy in the afternoon, with a high of 46 and low of 15 degrees. ⛄️ Brr!
📰 News we're reading
• Wisconsin high school band to perform at 2026 Rose Parade (wpr.org) — Greendale High School’s marching band is headed to Pasadena to perform in the 2026 Rose Parade, showcasing local students on a national stage. More than 200 Greendale musicians and performers have been braving cold, wet practices and community fundraising to prepare for the Jan. 1 parade and Bandfest field show.
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Find out what's happening in Greendalefor free with the latest updates from Patch.
📸 Around Greendale
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🗓 Events Nearby
- Ice Hockey: B/JV
Naga-Waukee Ice Arena /Skating Rink
10:00 am - Ronnie Solo
Daily Social , 12041 W Janesville Rd B , Hales Corners
7:00 pm - Ice Hockey: G/JV
Verona Ice Arena - Burning is allowed every Saturday
New Berlin, WI Calendar New Berlin, WI 53151 - Ice Hockey: G/V
Verona Ice Arena - Basketball: B/V
Concordia University , Mequon
9:00 am - CANCELLED - Mayor Ament's Open Office Hours
New Berlin, WI Calendar , 3805 S. Casper Drive , New Berlin
10:00 am - Mayor Ament's Open Office Hours
City Hall , 3805 S. Casper Drive , New Berlin
10:00 am - Basketball: G/V
CARTHAGE COLLEGE
11:30 am - Trans-Siberian Orchestra
Fiserv Forum , 1111 N Vel R. Phillips Ave , Milwaukee
3:00 pm - COMEDY NIGHT!!!
Daily Social , 12041 W Janesville Rd B , Hales Corners
7:00 pm - Ice Hockey: B/V
Cornerstone Community Center
Friday December 26
Saturday December 27
Monday December 29
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Merry Christmas to All:)
Happy Birthday Jesus. All the tinsel and lights And'the presents are nice. But the real gift is you. (Nextdoor Greendale G) - Does anyone know a reliable cleaning lady who could help an elderly lady in Franklin?
Once or twice a month for cleaning floors, vacuuming, and cleaning rooms. (Nextdoor Whitnall Park)
- L Brands, Inc. posted a job opening for Seasonal Retail Sales Associate-SOUTHRIDGE SHOPPING CENTER in Greendale. Apply here.
- Burlington Stores posted a job opening for Retail Front End Supervisor - Full-Time in Greendale. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Greendale here.
🗞 Nearby News
Greenfield
- Christmas morning fire at Greenfield apartment complex displaces dozens (jsonline.com)
- Christmas Day fires displace families in Greenfield and Waukesha (tmj4.com)
West Allis
Ok Greendale! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!
-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: I guess I’m out of time.
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