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Spotted on the East Lyme calendar: Tricycle

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Coffee in hand, East Lyme? We've got the latest town updates for you. Keep reading to stay in the loop. ☀️

Coming up on the calendar:

  • Tricycle at Deans Mill Farm
  • Trivia Night at East Lyme Public Library
  • Mystery Book Group: "Fatal Intrusion" at East Lyme Public Library

... and check out 1 more event on the calendar!

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

Weather forecast:

  • Thursday: A shower and thunderstorm, with a high of 83 and low of 61 degrees.
  • Friday: Partly sunny, temps: high: 80, low: 64.
  • Saturday: A couple of afternoon showers, with a high of 76 and low of 65 degrees.

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    Saturday August 22
  • Tricycle →
    Deans Mill Farm, 1189 Pequot Trail, Stonington
    3:00 pm

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New London

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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Pepper makes them sneeze (Thank you Karla H. for sending it in!)
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