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In today's newsletter:
- Why Petaluma police turned a runaway puppy into a "suspect."
- How does this $1.75M rural Petaluma sale compare to neighbors?
- How can Petaluma bounce back after seven costly fumbles?
Also on today's calendar: Rosh Hashanah Kids Fest and 9 more events.
Today's riddle: Why are crows so alert and curious? 🤔 (Answer below!)
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- Sunday: Sunny, with a high of 81 and low of 48 degrees.
- Monday: Plenty of sun, temps: high: 86, low: 47. 🌶 Hot!
- Tuesday: Partly sunny, with a high of 86 and low of 50 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• Petaluma police share cute 'mugshot' of puppy caught 'operating four paws at excessive speeds' (pressdemocrat.com) — Petaluma residents got a lighthearted update after officers safely corralled a runaway puppy on Petaluma Boulevard North and shared his "booking photo" online. Beyond the laughs, police also reminded locals that Sonoma County Animal Services now handles animal control in Petaluma, with a new number to call for strays, bites, or other animal issues. 
• petaluma-rural-residence-sells-for-1-75-million (fresnobee.com) — A rural home on Magnolia Avenue in Petaluma recently sold for $1.75 million, highlighting strong demand for local country properties. The 1915-built house sits on 1.8 acres with a pool and detached garage. Several nearby Petaluma rural homes have also sold over the past year, offering useful price-per-square-foot comparisons for local buyers and sellers.
• prep-football-analy-holds-off-petaluma-to-extend-perfect-start (fresnobee.com) — Petaluma High's football team fell 48-28 on the road to Analy, undone by seven lost fumbles despite several long scoring plays. Coach Nick Emmanuel blamed the loss on preparation and ball security, as the Trojans regroup for a home matchup against Campolindo next Friday that could quickly reset their early-season momentum.
📸 Around Petaluma
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🗓 Upcoming Events in Petaluma
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★ Featured events ★
- Theatrical Snapshots Class →
Polly Klaas Community Theater, 417 Western Avenue, Petaluma
4:00 pm
Monday September 14
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Other local events
- Rosh Hashanah Kids Fest →
Lucchesi Park, 320 N McDowell Blvd, Petaluma
4:00 pm - Shofar in the Park →
Lucchesi Park, 320 N McDowell Blvd, Petaluma
5:00 pm - Bingo Night →
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7:00 pm - Tuesday Morning River Walk →
Petaluma River Park, 100 East D Street, Petaluma
9:00 am - Petaluma Farmers Market →
320 N. McDowell Blvd, Petaluma
9:30 am - Building Foundations of Caregiving and Supporting Independence →
10:30 am - Culinary Student Lunch Pop-Up →
Sonoma Family Meal, 1370A Redwood Way, Petaluma
11:30 am - Gather Petaluma's First Gather Up! →
Gather Petaluma, 825 Middlefield Dr, Petaluma
12:00 pm - Petaluma Transit Scavenger Hunt →
Petaluma Downtown Station, 80 E Washington St, Petaluma
1:00 pm - Caring with Confidence: Practical Tools, Real Stories and Support →
9:30 am - Roberta Ahrens New Gallery Opening at The Watershed, reception Sept. 26 →
WTRSHD, 429 1st St, Petaluma
4:00 pm
Sunday September 13
Monday September 14
Tuesday September 15
Wednesday September 16
Saturday September 19
Tuesday September 22
Saturday September 26
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Thank you 👏👏👏 to these businesses for making Petaluma PatchAM possible:
- Apple Orchard Preschool — (707) 861-2361
- Gathering Thyme — (415) 524-8693
- Cheryl Teach Music — (707) 326-8797
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Penngrove Luau: Get Your Hula On! —Lyndi Brown Read on Patch
- Help Save Newts: Call for Volunteers
The Chileno Valley Newt Brigade is gearing up to rescue the thousands of newts, frogs and other creatures as they migrate across Chileno Valley Road… (Nextdoor Lower Mountain View) - Affordable Produce
Hello neighbors! I'm new to the area and seeking recommendations for the most affordable farm stand or grocery store to buy produce in Petaluma or… (Nextdoor Redwood Hwy)
- Taco Bell posted a job opening for Taco Bell Team Member-Food Champion in Rohnert Park. Apply here.
- Olive Garden posted a job opening for Server in Rohnert Park. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Petaluma here.
🗞 Nearby News
Penngrove
- rural-residence-in-penngrove-sells-for-700000 (fresnobee.com)
Cotati
- 2-bedroom house sells for $839,000 in Cotati (pressdemocrat.com)
- Cloverdale weighs boundary options for district-based elections (pressdemocrat.com)
- Remembering 9/11: PD Letters to the Editor (pressdemocrat.com)
Rohnert Park
- 5-bedroom home in Rohnert Park sells for $950,000 (pressdemocrat.com)
- Rohnert Park's swimming pool, Protecting the redwoods: Sept. 12 PD Letters (pressdemocrat.com)
Ok Petaluma! 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: They start each day with a cup of caw-fee. (Thank you Curt K. for sending it in!)
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