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Auburn, Alabama Patch AM: a 4 min readGood day Auburn! We're here again with what you need to know today. Grab a cup of coffee and read on. ☕️️
In today's newsletter:
- Why Forbes says Auburn belongs on your summer travel bucket list
- How the new $1.52M drainage project will affect your commute
- How Auburn landed the world’s only teaching restaurant master sommelier
Today's riddle: What did the carpenter ant say when he walked into the bar? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Wednesday: Mostly sunny and less humid, with a high of 82 and low of 59 degrees.
- Thursday: Nice with plenty of sun, temps: high: 83, low: 62.
- Friday: Partly sunny, with a high of 85 and low of 67 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
1. Alabama college town earns praise as one of '52 All-American Summer Getaways' (al.com) — Auburn just landed on Forbes’ list of “52 All-American Summer Getaways,” spotlighting the Laurel Hotel and Spa, 1856 – Culinary Residence, and nearby Chewacla State Park. For locals, it’s a reminder that your hometown’s hotels, dining, and outdoor escapes are now national travel darlings drawing visitors to our streets and trails. 
2. Auburn approves $1.52 million drainage project (opelikaobserver.com) — Auburn’s City Council has approved a $1.52 million drainage project that will close the northeastern Summertrees Drive entrance and reshape traffic on E. University Drive during construction. The contract came in well under budget, and council members also recognized Auburn High’s championship teams and approved new alcohol licenses and a stormwater assessment contract affecting businesses across town.
3. Meet Thomas Price, Auburn's Master Sommelier in Residence (soul-grown.com) — Auburn residents can claim a unique culinary distinction: the world’s only teaching restaurant with a master sommelier in residence is right here at Auburn University’s 1856 – Culinary Residence. Thomas Price, the first African American master sommelier, is training students and demystifying wine for guests, sharing approachable tips for tasting, learning, and starting a wine journey without intimidation.
4. Auburn chefs take top honors at Sweet Grown Alabama Seafood Cook-Off (thebamabuzz.com) — Auburn food lovers can cheer on hometown talents as chefs from local restaurant The Hound just won the Sweet Grown Alabama Seafood Cook-Off and advanced to a national competition in New Orleans. Their victory highlights Alabama Gulf seafood, locally grown ingredients, and Auburn’s growing reputation in the culinary world.
5. St. Duns Buns Rises to support organizations (opelikaobserver.com) — Auburn University’s SKILL Academic Coaching program, which supports students who learn differently, has received a donation to bolster its fee-based academic support services. Additional gifts went to Project Linus, providing blankets for children in need, and Third Lens, which designs healing-focused spaces for faith-based outreach, all reflecting charitable efforts that resonate with Auburn-area residents.
📸 Around Auburn
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Upcoming Events in
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Toddler Tales
Auburn Public Library
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Lullabies for Little Ones
Auburn Public Library
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Bring Your Photographs for our America 250 Community Exhibit
Auburn Public Library
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Chess Mates
Auburn Public Library
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Drop-In Tours →
Jule Collins Smith Museum The Jule Museum at Auburn University, 901 S College Street, Auburn, AL, 36849, United States
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Teen Dungeons & Dragons
Auburn Public Library
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Crochet Class: June Session
Auburn Public Library
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Crochet Class: Session 1
Auburn Public Library
6:00 pm
Thursday June 4
📣 Auburn Shout Outs!
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🗓 Events Nearby
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Cristom Wine Dinner →
Pepper Tree Steaks and Wine, 2459 E Glenn Ave Ste B, Auburn
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Touch a Truck and Burger Wars →
Opelika, AL Calendar Opelika, AL 36803
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Tony Brook Solo →
Hamilton's On Magnolia, 174 E Magnolia Ave, Auburn
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Zoning Board of Adjustment →
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Friday June 5
Saturday June 6
Monday June 8
Tuesday June 9
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- National CPR Week is June 1-7.
Most people who experience cardiac arrest at home, work, or a public location die because they don't receive immediate CPR from someone on the scene… (Nextdoor ) - Lost Gold English Cocker in the Preserve.
His name is Barley. Please call if you find him. 7704904005 (Nextdoor Cary Woods)
- Government Jobs posted a job opening for Recreation Leader - Facility Aide - Jan Dempsey Community Arts Center in Auburn. Apply here.
- Cardinal Group Companies posted a job opening for Maintenance Team Member in Auburn. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Auburn here.
Ok Auburn! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!
-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Is the bar tender here? (Thank you W. M. for sending it in!)
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