Wednesday, May 1, 2013
The event featured a number of speakers from the village, state and county commemorating Greendale's 75th Diamond Celebration and National Historic Landmark designation.
Greendale kicked off its 75th anniversary in style Wednesday. The village not only commemorated its own birthday but also its National Historic Landmark designation, which it received last fall. A number of village, county and state representatives spoke at the event. State Senator Mary Lazich and State Rep. Jeff Stone presented a plaque with a proclamation to the village in honor of its anniversary. Milwaukee County Board Supervisor Anthony Staskunas also presented the village with a proclamation plaque. Other speakers included Greendale Historical Society President Ted Mainella and representatives from the Wisconsin Historical Society and the National Park Service. Wednesday was just a taste of the celebration. A bulk of the festivities…
Tuesday, April 9, 2013
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Tuesday, March 19, 2013
The Village will also celebrate its National Historic Landmark designation that day.
For those who can’t wait until August to celebrate the Village’s 75th anniversary, a special kick-off event has been slated for May 1. That day, the Village will commemorate its official anniversary date and its National Historic Landmark designation, which it received last fall. The event is slated for 4 p.m. on the front lawn of Village Hall. A portion of Northway and Broad Street will be closed during the event. "We look forward to that celebration," Village President John Hermes said. Invitations have been sent to federal, state and county elected officials, the National Park Service, Wisconsin Historical Society and members of the State Historic Preservation Review Board. An attendee from the National Park Service will present …
There will also be an Alumni Village and a performance by members of the UW Band as Greendale celebrates its 75th anniversary in a big way.
A number of special events and activities scheduled as part of Greendale’s 75th Anniversary celebration, now less than five months away, are inching toward receiving the official green light Tuesday. At its next meeting, the Village Board is expected to approve plans for a number of events that will highlight the five-day birthday extravaganza to be included as part of Village Days Aug. 7-11. "The 75th anniversary committee has been doing a really nice job of planning these event," Village President John Hermes said. "They’ve been working on it for 1 ½ or 2 years and the celebration is going to reflect their hard work." The events include: The hot air balloon ride, presented by Driftaway Hot Air Balloons owner and aeronaut Al Hanson, is …
Monday, March 18, 2013
Greendale is finding many ways to celebrate its 75th anniversary, and the May Brewers game and tailgate is the latest option. Tickets for both are available now through early April.
UPDATE: Organizers have extended the date for ticket sales for this event, but have not given a new deadline. We'll post it as soon as we get the information. Original story:Celebrate Greendale's 75th anniversary while you cheer for the Milwaukee Brewers on May 5. The tailgate party starts at 10:30 a.m. at Greendale High School (rain or shine), and school bus transportation will be provided to Miller Park. The game—between the Brewers and St. Louis Cardinals—begins at 1:10 p.m. Tailgate tickets are $5 each, and may be purchased at the Greendale Park and Recreation Department in the Greendale Public Library through April 26. Sale hours are 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Monday-Saturday, hours extended to 6:30 p.m. Tuesdays. Pay by cash or check. …
Monday, March 11, 2013
Come to a pre-game tailgate party at Greendale High School, then board a bus to Miller Park and watch the Milwaukee Brewers host the St. Louis Cardinals on May 5.
To celebrate the Village of Greendale’s 75th anniversary, the Greendale Chamber of Commerce will host a community-wide tailgate party and Milwaukee Brewers game outing May 5. The tailgate party will begin at 10:30 a.m. at Greendale High School, 6801 Southway, and will be held rain or shine. Following the party, fans will board school buses and arrive at Miller Park in time to see the Brewers take on the St. Louis Cardinals at 1:10 p.m. From March 15 through April 5, tickets for the Brewers game may be purchased online only for $20 each (plus a handling fee) through a link on the following websites: www.greendalechamber.com, www.greendale.org, www.greendale.k12.wi.us and www.greendalecelebrations.org. Tickets for the tailgate party will be…
Wednesday, February 20, 2013
Week No. 34: Hawaiian Summer was the theme for the 2013 winter event on Broad Street. And the Greendale Ice Rink is gaining a lot of fans.
History records and explains past events, while folklore preserves what people widely remember. History and Folklore! On Saturday Feb. 9, the Greendale Village Business Association held its annual winter event on Broad Street. The events name, ‘I Left My Heart On Broad Street’, refers to its date always near or on Valentine’s Day. This year the theme of Hawaiian Summer added some fun entertainment and warmth to the days’ activities, including: Ice Sculpting contest with the Hawaiian theme for the sculptures. Chili cook-off (Hawaiian Chili with Spam???) Ice skating on the Greendale Ice Rink Penguin Bowling for the kids (Penguins in Hawaii???) Store and Restaurant specials Hawaiian-style wedding vow renewals Hawaiian dance and entertainment …
Thursday, February 14, 2013
Week #35: The picture of the parishioners outside the Tri City State Bank building is an iconic symbol of St. Stephen the Martyr Lutheran Church, Greendale’s youngest church.
History records and explains past events, while folklore preserves what people widely remember. History and Folklore! St. Stephen The Martyr Lutheran Church – 6101 S. 51st St., Greendale WI 53129 When I first visited St. Stephen the Martyr Lutheran Church to work on this story, I saw this large picture of the congregation outside the Tri City State Bank building. My immediate reaction was that this was an iconic picture. As I learned more about the church’s beginnings and its history, my fascination with the picture increased. I wondered if anyone had ever put names to all the faces, and where all of the children are today. We’ll probably never know, but that’s the fun and fascination of history, the mystery behind it all. The other thing …
Tuesday, January 22, 2013
Week #37: In 1935, the government's order to create three ‘Greenbelt Towns’, their selection, and the purchase of farmland for the one eventually to be called ‘Greendale’ was accomplished.
History records and explains past events, while folklore preserves what people widely remember. History and Folklore! On April 30, 1935 President Roosevelt signed the executive order authorizing the creation of ‘Greenbelt Towns’. The Resettlement Administration (RA) was created to supervise the projects. The concept was very controversial and many political, social and economic compromises had to be worked out before starting. As many as 100 cities were considered for first three communities to be built. The area southwest of Milwaukee fit the criteria established by the RA. It was near a major city (10 to 15 miles) that could provide jobs, had enough available land for purchase to accommodate developing a Village Center, shops, community …
Tuesday, January 15, 2013
Week#38: The Trimborn Farmhouse is a wonderful example of the Milwaukee Cream City brick construction of the mid 1850’s. The Farmhouse is part of the historically significant Trimborn Farm in Greendale, and the lime production industry in Wisconsin.
History records and explains past events, while folklore preserves what people widely remember. Historic Houses in Greendale! The fourth house in the series of historic Greendale houses is the Trimborn Farmhouse located on Trimborn Farm. The Trimborn Farm complex (including the Jeremiah Curtin House) is about 7 acres owned by the Milwaukee County Park System. Trimborn Farm was placed on the National Registry of Historic Places in 1980. Editor’s Note: First three houses in the series were Ross Lodge (see Week#46), Jeremiah Curtin House (see Week#44), and The Silo House (see Week#41). Trimborn Farmhouse – 8881 W. Grange Ave., Greendale, WI 53129 The Trimborn Farmhouse is part of the overall Trimborn Farm complex. The farm had its beginnings …
Jason Dembosky
7:16 pm on Friday, May 3, 2013
A big Thank You to all that attended! I had fun myself, being a volunteer (there were many of us!). It was quite a sight to see all of the dignitaries show up and speak to the public. It is you, the citizens of Greendale, that make this Village so enjoyable to live in. Making the National Historic Landmark is something only you can make happen. Look for a small video clip of Wednesday's event … more ›