Good morning, Waukesha.

Waukesha hosted its annual Christmas parade on Dec.

7, where hundreds gathered to celebrate the holiday and remember past loss (a heart sculpture at Grede Park honors six lives lost in 2021). The event showed community healing and unity.

Waukesha County is honoring local service members who died in military conflicts this week ending Dec.

13. The remembrances include veterans (from the Vietnam and Korean Wars) as recorded by the National Archives.

After more than seven years at Brookfield Square, Shri Foods closed its mall location and will open a larger space in Pewaukee (1405 Capitol Drive) mid-December; declining foot traffic prompted the move, and the new site awaits final inspections.

Country Christmas Spectacular

5-9 p.m. — The Ingleside Hotel — $30-$35 per carload — Experience a mesmerizing display of over a million holiday lights from the comfort of your car.

Wisconsin Rummage-O-Rama Flea Market

9 AM – 5 PM — Waukesha County Expo Center — Entry fee varies — Explore a treasure trove of unique finds and local crafts at this bustling market.

New Years Eve at Noon

9 a.m. – 2 p.m. — Betty Brinn Children's Museum — $10 – $20 — Celebrate the New Year early with a family-friendly dance party and fun activities including a noon beach ball drop.