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Sunday, May 20, 2012

Have You Seen Our Business of the Month Photos?

Greenfield Patch has been PyraMax Bank's Business of the Month in May, and we've had several special guests stop by to help us celebrate.

Saturday, May 19, 2012

Best Places to Eat Outdoors in Greenfield

The weather has definitely turned for the better, so it's time to grab a seat on your favorite restaurant's patio and enjoy the warm sun or the cool breeze.

Friday, May 18, 2012

Bachrach Opening in Southridge Mall

The men's upscale suit store will open in the summer.

Bachrach is opening in Southridge Mall this summer. The men's upscale suit store was once in Southridge before. Southridge Manager Mary Mokwa said the store will occupy its old location on the upper level of the mall.  Bachrach has joined a number of stores that have opened since the begining of the mall's $52 million renovation. Last year the Village of Greendale approved a $16 million. H&M opened in Fall and Macy's opened in March. Both stores have reported sales higher than planned.  Many stores have renovated in the mall, which include Rue 21, Kohls, Vanity, Wet Seal, Kay Jewelers and Buddy Squirrel. Southridge Manager Mary Mokwa said Journeys and Maurices will also be remodeled by Monday.

Thursday, May 17, 2012

Wave Superstar to Visit Greenfield Friday

Soccer fans are encouraged to meet Marcio Leite at PyraMax Bank between 2-4 p.m. Gent an autograph, pose for a picture or just talk soccer.

It's Official ... Longhorn Steakhouse Coming to Southridge Area

Southridge Mall Manager Mary Mokwa said Longhorn Steakhouse restaurant will be occupying the old Leath Furniture building on 76th street.

Longhorn Steakhouse is coming to Southridge Mall.  Mall Manager Mary Mokwa said Thursday that the lease has been signed, and that the restaurant will occupy part of the old Leath Furniture building. Longhorn Steakhouse is a 30 year old chain of restaurants that serve steaks, chicken and fish in a "atmosphere reminiscent of a Western rancher's home." The steakhouse will be built next to a future Panda Express. The Greendale Village Board approved the Panda Express at a portion of the old Leath furniture building on April 17. The old Leath building is undergoing demolition. The building, located on the northwest corner of Southridge Mall, was vacant for several years. Before Leath Furniture was in the building, Sears Home Life occupied it.  …

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Talk Baseball with Brewers Analyst Davey Nelson May 29

The former Milwaukee Brewers coach and Major League Baseball All-Star will be a PyraMax Bank on Tuesday, May 29, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Have a burning question about the 2012 Milwaukee Brewers? Want to ask an expert if they can turn it around and repeat last season's magic? Now's your chance. Former Milwaukee Brewers coach and current FS Wisconsin baseball analyst Davey Nelson will be all ears when he visits PyraMax Bank, 7001 W. Edgerton Ave., Tuesday, May 29, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Nelson will be available to sign autographs, pose for pictures and talk baseball with fans who stop into the bank's Greenfield branch later this month. His appearance is courtesy of Greenfield Patch, PyraMax Bank's business of the month of May. When you stop in to meet Nelson, be sure to register to win a $50 gift card to a Greenfield restaurant of your choice by signing up for the Patch …

Fava Tea Company Has Impressive Showing in Competition

The independent loose tea retailer with a location in Greenfield, took third place at the 2012 Ice Tea Class in the North American Tea Championship.

Fava Tea Company, an independent loose tea retailer with a location in Greenfield, took third place at the 2012 Ice Tea Class in the North American Tea Championship, it was announced earlier this week.  Fava Tea Company won third place with its exclusive Fava’s Summer Black Tea Blend in the Black Tea—Flavored category of the competition, receiving the designation of a tea with superior characteristics. A special award will be presented to Fava Tea Company during the World Tea Expo in July. "We all at Fava Tea are very excited of our win with our black artisan ice tea—Fava’s Summer Blend,” said Bryan Stafford, co-owner of Fava Tea Company, in a news release. "This win is even more special since the tea was created and blended right here in …

Wednesday, May 16, 2012

Meet Milwaukee Wave Superstar Marcio Leite Friday

The soccer star will be at PyraMax Bank from 2-4 p.m. Friday as a guest of Greenfield Patch, the bank's May business of the month.

The Milwaukee Wave, the most successful professional sports team in Milwaukee, is fresh off its sixth Major Indoor Soccer League title. And thanks to Greenfield Patch and PyraMax Bank, you can meet Wave star and fan favorite Marcio Leite, the most valuable player of the 2012 championship series over the Baltimore Blast in March. Leite will be at PyraMax Bank's Greenfield Branch, 7001 W. Edgerton Ave., from 2-4 p.m. Friday, May 18, posing for photos, signing autographs and talking soccer with fans and bank customers. Leite, a 27-year-old midfielder/forward, has played professionally for 10 years and just completed his sixth year with the Wave. Leite's appearance is part of Greenfield Patch's designation as PyraMax Bank's business of the …

Tuesday, May 15, 2012

Pacific Produce Owner Aims for Health Code Compliance

The City of Greenfield's Board of Health approved the issuance of a new retail food license to Sid Le, the supermarket's owner, at a meeting May 10, despite continued health code issues.

Pacific Produce has been put on watch, this time presumably for the last time. The City of Greenfield's Board of Health approved the issuance of a new retail food license to Sid Le, the supermarket's owner, at a meeting May 10, and review Pacific Produce's case — a case that includes dozens of inspections or re-inspections — with the understanding by both parties that the situation will be reviewed in September. "My client is confident that he can meet the requests of Greenfield and will be successful at the September meeting," lawyer John J. Germanotta wrote in response to questions emailed by Greenfield Patch on May 10. Germanotta's letter said Le had taken substantial steps toward improvement since January, when the Board of Health …

Friday, May 11, 2012

Green Bay Packer Jordy Nelson Helps Promote Home Safety for Families

Green Bay Packers wide receiver Jordy Nelson partnered up with Kohl’s and Children’s Hospital of Wisconsin to host a fun, interactive home safety event at Kohl’s – Southridge Mall on Friday.

Green Bay Packers wide receiver Jordy Nelson partnered up with Kohl’s and Children’s Hospital of Wisconsin to host a fun, interactive home safety event at Kohl’s – Southridge Mall on Friday. Kohl’s Cares: The Great Safety Adventure introduced local families to Rover, the Home Safety Hound, and his Safety Rangers as they explored a retrofitted semitrailer designed to represent a 1,200-square-foot home. This tour is dedicated to educating parents and children about the five leading safety risks found inside and outside the home. Kohl’s Cares is funding the effort through a $725,000 donation to Children’s Hospital of Wisconsin.

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