Why We Love

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 / July 31, 2023

I love Greendale because of the small town, family vibes. I know that my kids are being looked after by people who truly care for them whether they are at school, an event, the Village Club or just out having fun. I feel safe here and grateful to be part of this community. – Adrienne Roche Comp

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Virginia Emmons McNaught

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Author, Business Owner, Coach, Speaker

Erica Gifford Mills

Erica Gifford Mills inspires and uplifts those around her, embodying the values that The Faces of Greendale celebrates. Erica is a transformational coach, award-winning author, international speaker, and advocate dedicated to helping others grow from within. A proud Greendale resident since 2001, Erica is also the founder of Balanced Symmetree, through which she empowers individuals...

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Barb Caprile & Bruce Krajcir

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Librarian

Tara Jordan

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Jamie Podd

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Anne Marie Pierce

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Annelise Borst

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Rosy Sachdeva

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Mark Bender

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Karla Geiger

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