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🌱 Patch AM: From Encinal High stages to Netflix fame: Jack Haven’s Alameda roots

And check out Introduction to: The Last Gift Box on the Alameda Patch calendar

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Good morning to you Alameda! Catch up on our news and events right here. Keep reading to stay in the know. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • From Encinal High stages to Netflix fame: Jack Haven's Alameda roots

Also on today's calendar: Introduction to: The Last Gift Box and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: Why do fish live in salt water? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Thursday: Clouds giving way to sun, with a high of 71 and low of 59 degrees.
  • Friday: Breezy in the afternoon, temps: high: 72, low: 58.
  • Saturday: Areas of low clouds, then sun, with a high of 75 and low of 59 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Detailed Guide to Brigette Lundy-Paine (crlmag.com) — Actor Jack Haven, formerly known as Brigette Lundy-Paine, spent their childhood in Alameda after their family settled here from Portland and later attended Encinal High School. The piece traces their journey from local theater kid to non-binary Hollywood star, highlighting major roles like Netflix's Atypical and their ongoing LGBTQ+ advocacy and experimental art projects.
   

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  • Oakland Police Arrest Carjacking Suspect After Standoff (patch.com)

Ok Alameda! 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: Pepper makes them sneeze (Thank you Karla H. for sending it in!)
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