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Saturday
July 2009
4
» For third time this week, East rallies to beat Falls
» City, town halls closed Friday
» Brookfield Central, West Allis Hale baseball photos now online
» Central back in first with win, East loss
» East's Taylor signs with Badgers
» Spartans beat Falls again; Talbot's hit keys late rally
» East's Sotiros named to All-Suburban team
» Schaffhauser tosses gem, East beats Falls in extra innings
» Brookfield treats areas for mosquitoes
» East principal gets extra pay for extra tasks
» Report of injured man leads to 2 drunken driving arrests
» E-mailed threats could land teen in court
» Wait for bus interrupted by purse snatching
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Independence Day parades, celebrations slated for Saturday
The Town of Brookfield parade begins at 9 a.m. at Elmbrook Church while the City's begins at 10 a.m. at Central High School.
Fire station construction on pace, budget
Work continues on Brookfield's two new fire stations, scheduled to be finished in late fall, though some residents worry about the impact on their neighborhoods.
Exemption policy for exams ready for debate
Some students at Brookfield's two public high schools could be exempt from some final exams if the School Board approves a measure introduced last week.
From NOW Newspapers
- Sotiros let actions do her talking
- Bulldogs bomb Oconomowoc, 15-7
- Independence Day parades, celebrations slated for Saturday
- Stonewood to request variance
- Residents urged to remember fireworks are dangerous
- Fire station construction on pace, budget
- Big week here for talented East baseball team
- Balanced Lancers continue to do it all
- Exemption policy for exams ready for debate
- Village reverses train horn ban for Fourth of July
Police News
The latest crime news from the Brookfield and Elm Grove police departments:
Police briefs | Police blotter
Going Prices
Recent home sales in Brookfield
Around the Town
Our picks from the Community Calendar
City of Brookfield July 4 Parade
Date: Saturday, July 4
Starts at 10 a.m. at west entrance of Brookfield Central High School, 16900 W. Gebhardt Road, travels west on Gebhardt to Calhoun, north on Calhoun to North, west on North to Norhardt, and south on Norhardt for a short distance.
Town of Brookfield July 4 parade
Date: Saturday, July 4
Starts at 9 a.m. in the north parking lot of Elmbrook Church, 777 S. Barker Road, runs east along Davidson to Linden, south on Linden to Marx Park; picnic with games, food and refreshments will be held from 10 a.m. to noon at the park.
• Town of Brookfield
• Greater Brookfield Chamber of Commerce
• Brookfield Convention and Visitors Bureau
• Elmbrook School District
• Brookfield Public Library
Visit our complete list of Brookfield Links.
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- 2009 Elmbrook Little League Majors Division NL Champions
- Art Contest Prize Money Increased
- Introduction to Artist Trading Cards program at the Brookfield Library
- Brookfield Student on MSOE Spring Quarter Honors List
- Brookfield Student on MSOE Spring Quarter Dean’s List
- 2009 American Atrocities Tour Comes to Brookfield
- "All About Bugs" and Tommy Tarantula Visit Mad Science
- Aurora Pharmacy Offers Free Diabetes Screening
- Town of Brookfield Fourth of July Picnic & Parade
- Brookfield's Reardon: How To Avoid A Bernie Madoff Scam
From local celebrations to school events to family gatherings, share your visual memories with the rest of the community.
Local residents weigh in on what's happening in the community.
If you'd like to share your opinions with your neighbors, consider becoming a Community Voices blogger. Get started today.
This is Brookfield: Brookfield Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Carol White shares her thoughts about why Brookfield is a great place to live, work and play.
Fun on the Fourth
The City of Brookfield's Independence Day parade begins at 10 a.m. at the west entrance of Brookfield Central High School. Mitchell Park will host Family Fest from 6 to 9 p.m. Fireworks begin at about 9 p.m. The Town of Brookfield parade begins at 9 a.m. in the north parking lot of Elmbrook Church. A picnic with games, food and refreshments will be held from 10 a.m. to noon at the park.
Check out NOW's preview of the events.
MilwaukeeMoms.com: Metro area Fourth events
NOW All-Suburban Softball
Brookfield East's Lexi Sotiros has earned a spot on the team for the second consecutive season. The senior batted .478 and will continue her softball career next season at UW-Parkside.
Profile: Senior let actions speak
POY Profile: Softball duo a sister act
Coach of the Year: Jack of all trades
All-Suburban team: Profiles of each player
Hype-free, Fad-free Fitness
Fitness guru speaks
Pete Piranio, fitness consultant and owner of Fitness Together in Wauwatosa, Brookfield and Delafield, gives you tips for staying in shape, getting fit and maintaining your health.Latest post:
Marquette salutes
local honor students
Marquette University and BrookfieldNOW.com are proud to salute the outstanding students who have made the honor rolls at our local schools. Click on a student's name for a printable honor roll certificate. Go to the honor rolls page.
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Get it from the source
The Brookfield Farmers Market opens Saturday, May 2, and continues through October in the parking lot of City Hall, 2000 N. Calhoun Road. Patrons can buy directly from the grower or producer from 7:30 a.m. to noon. On the third Saturday of each month, an arts and crafts event is held on the adjacent plaza. Visit brookfieldfarmersmarket.com, e-mail Bobbi Harvey at info@brookfieldfarmersmarket.com, or call (262) 784-7804 (evenings).
Beat the heat
If you are looking for a place to cool off this summer, check out this MilwaukeeMoms.com listing of local pools and beaches.
Elmbrook Prep Sportlight
The sports season is in full swing at Brookfield Central and East high schools and, if you're a prep sports fan, we've got you covered in track, softball and more!
Photo Gallery: Central baseball vs. Hale
Photo Gallery: Central baseball vs. Tosa East
Photo Gallery: Images from the season
Stories: NOW staff's prep coverage
Stories: JS Online's metro area prep coverage
Sky's the LimitNOW sports writer Tom "Sky" Skibosh gives his take on the prep sports scene:
EBHS UnleashedThe Elmbrook Human Society shares animal tales:
Investing in EducationThe Elmbrook Education Foundation talks about its mission:
Every School Every WeekLearn what's going on in Brookfield's public and private schools.
Gas WatchFind out where the cheapest gas is being sold in Brookfield.
Family WatchdogUse the interactive map to see where sex offenders live and work in Brookfield.
Presidential campaign contributionsFind out how much your neighbors are giving to the candidates.
Data Warehouse: More searchable databases
On the SidelinesPeter Zuzga, NOW photojournalist, talks about shooting prep sports:
The Fur (& Feather!) FlyerThe Humane Animal Welfare Society describes its efforts:
