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Hi Redlands! We have the latest buzz right here. Let's keep you in the loop and get this morning started right! ☕️️
In today's newsletter:
- Want to meet a Civil War novelist at Smiley Library?
- How Redlands let a halftime lead slip away at home
Also on today's calendar: Meet the Inland Empire's Thriller Author! and 9 more events.
Today's riddle: What do you call advice from a cow ? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Monday: Mostly sunny and pleasant, with a high of 82 and low of 59 degrees.
- Tuesday: Plenty of sunshine, temps: high: 86, low: 59. 🌶 Hot!
- Wednesday: Plenty of sunshine, with a high of 100 and low of 63 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• Author of historical novel 'Lincoln's Angel' will speak at Redlands library (redlandsdailyfacts.com) — Redlands residents can hear Civil War novelist DL Fowler discuss his book "Lincoln's Angel" at a free program Sept. 26 in the A.K. Smiley Public Library's Assembly Room. Hosted by the city's Lincoln Memorial Shrine, the talk will explore nurse Rebecca Pomroy's connection to the Lincoln family, with books available for purchase and a signing afterward.
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• Inland college football roundup: RCC wins showdown between top-ranked teams (fresnobee.com) — University of Redlands football fans saw the Bulldogs drop to 0-2 after a 33-14 home loss to Whitworth at Ted Runner Stadium, where Redlands was shut out in the second half. The broader roundup also highlights strong performances by several Inland college teams, but the key takeaway for locals is Redlands' early-season struggles ahead of their SCIAC opener at Cal Lutheran.
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📸 Around Redlands
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🗓 Upcoming Events in Redlands
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★ Featured events ★
- Meet the Inland Empire's Thriller Author! →
Barnes & Noble, 27460 W Lugonia Ave, Redlands
4:00 pm
Tuesday October 6
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Other local events
- TEACHER TUESDAY (25% OFF) →
Redlands CA - Mug Club Discount Tuesdays →
Redlands CA - Board Game Silent Auction →
Redlands CA - Mug Club Discount Tuesdays ($1 off mug pours, $2 off growler pours) →
Redlands CA - TEACHER TUESDAY →
Redlands CA - Live Oak Canyon Pumpkin Season →
32335 Live Oak Canyon Rd, Redlands - Agent Safety & Active Threat Awareness →
820 W. Colton Ave., Redlands
10:00 am - Women's Discussion Group →
Joslyn Senior Center, 21 Grant St, Redlands
10:00 am - Bereavement Support Group →
Joslyn Senior Center, 21 Grant St, Redlands
1:00 pm - Redlands SOCIAL Scene: Music, Theater, Trivia, Karaoke... →
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6:00 pm - LifeStream Community Blood Drive →
Trinity Church, 1551 Reservoir Rd, Redlands
1:00 pm
Tuesday September 22
Thursday October 1
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- Old California Botanicals
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Does anyone recognize this sweetheart?
She was found in a front yard on Piedmont in highland this morning, she's currently safe and healthy. Trying to get her back to her family (Nextdoor Washington) - Found a male dog on the 10 Freeway near city of Fontana.
I will be taking him to a Vet to check for a chip. (Nextdoor Blossom Heights)
- Corner Bakery Cafe posted a job opening for Front of House Team Members in Redlands. Apply here.
- Home Depot (Retail) posted a job opening for Pro Customer Service/Sales in Redlands. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Redlands here.
🗞 Nearby News
Ok Redlands! 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: Beef Tips (Thank you Gary M. for sending it in!)
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