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Also on today's calendar: Annual Epilepsy Awareness Walk & Purple Picnic and 9 more events.
And lastly, we have a post from a neighbor, Allen F.!
Today's riddle: Why did the weatherman's cheeks turn pink? 🤔 (Answer below!)
Weather forecast:
• Brookfield Memorial Day Parade Returns This Weekend (patch.com) — Brookfield residents can look forward to the return of the town’s annual Memorial Day Parade this Sunday, May 24, starting at 2 p.m. on Main Street. Hosted by the Brookfield Lions Club and free to attend, the event offers a chance for the community to gather and honor the holiday together.
• Newtown girls win 4th consecutive SWC track and field title while Bethel boys claim 3rd straight (newstimes.com) — Brookfield’s track and field teams made a strong showing at the SWC championships, with the girls finishing just seven points shy of the title in fourth and the boys placing 11th. Several Brookfield athletes earned top-three finishes, including wins in the boys’ 800 and standout relay and sprint performances that signal a deep, competitive program.
• Six Connecticut schools earn state's Blue Ribbon distinction: 'Support student success' (newstimes.com) — Brookfield families with children at Western CT Academy of International Studies can celebrate, as the Danbury magnet school serving Brookfield has been named a 2026 Connecticut Blue Ribbon School for both high performance and closing achievement gaps. The honor, based on statewide accountability results, highlights strong instruction, support for high‑needs students, and a culture of high expectations across its multi-town student body.
📸 Sun set a few weeks back —Allen F.
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