🌱 Patch AM: Can Enfield slow down Valley’s explosive rushing attack next Saturday?

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In today's newsletter:

• Can Enfield slow down Valley's explosive rushing attack next Saturday?
• How this 75-mile memorial ride will roll through Enfield Saturday

Also on today's calendar: Fire Department Consolidation and 9 more events.

And lastly, we have a post from a neighbor, Robert K.!

Today's riddle: What did the fish say when she hit a wall? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

• Monday: Breezy in the a.m.; sunshine, with a high of 75 and low of 45 degrees.
• Tuesday: Increasing clouds, temps: high: 73, low: 52.
• Wednesday: Mostly sunny and pleasant, with a high of 78 and low of 59 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Valley Panthers run past Bacon Academy/Lyman in season-opening win (norwichbulletin.com) — After a strong rushing performance in their opener, the Valley Panthers will head to Enfield next Saturday for a non‑league football matchup against CREC. The team's explosive ground game and early momentum should make for an exciting contest for local fans looking to catch live high school action.
   

• Springfield's Ride to Remember will honor 9/11 victims (masslive.com) — Cyclists in the annual Ride to Remember will pass through Enfield on Saturday as part of a 75‑mile tribute ride honoring 9/11 victims and fallen first responders. The route loops from Springfield to Hartford and back, with stops at memorials and local landmarks, and has raised over $1 million for charities supporting families and people in need.
   

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🗓 Upcoming Events in Enfield

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★ Featured events ★

Wednesday September 16
• Fire Department Consolidation →
  North Thompsonville Fire Department, 439 Enfield St, Enfield
  7:00 pm
Thursday September 24
• Kiwanis Club Open House →
  Powder Hollow Brewery, 504 Hazard Ave, Enfield
  5:00 pm

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Other local events

Monday September 14
• 36th Annual Golf Tournament →
  Glastonbury Hills Country Club, 239 Country Club Rd, Glastonbury
  10:00 am
• Town Council Special Meeting →
  Enfield CT
  5:15 pm
• Quest Open House
  Bristow Middle School, 34 Highland St, West Hartford
  5:30 pm
Tuesday September 15
• 204th Enfield Society for the Detection of Thieves and Robbers annual dinner →
  Enfield Elks Lodge #2222, 138 N Maple St, Enfield
  5:30 pm
Thursday September 17
• PFLAG Enfield Community Meet-Up →
  6:00 pm
Saturday September 19
• K of C Council 14600 Annual OUTDOOR Harvest Craft Festival & Car Show →
  St Martha's PreSchool, 214 Brainard Rd, Enfield
  9:00 am
• Edanse Affaire: A Night Of Performances By Our Professionals →
  Edanse Company & Ballroom, 127 Pearl St, Enfield
  7:00 pm
Wednesday September 23
• Lions Club Of Enfield Fundraiser →
  Red Robin, 15 Hazard Ave, Enfield
  12:00 pm
• Enfield Garden Club Speaker & Meeting →
  Enfield Senior Center, 299 Elm St, Enfield
  6:00 pm
Friday September 25
• Fermi Class of 1976 Reunion →
  Knights of Columbus Council 50, 371 George Washington Rd, Enfield
  5:00 pm

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

• Good morning, hugs and love everyone.
  I decided to start off with something funny! Blessed day and remember, I love you. (Nextdoor Central Enfield)

• McDonald's posted a job opening for Shift Manager in Enfield. Apply here.
• Trinity Health posted a job opening for Medical Receptionist - Somers Primary Care in Somers. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Enfield here.

🗞 Nearby News

East Windsor

• CT father charged in child's death reportedly told 911 dispatcher he left boy in vehicle with no AC (courant.com)
• The Chateau de Ville was a glitzy entertainment destination for two decades (fiftyplusadvocate.com)

Suffield

• Pedestrian Seriously Injured In Suffield Crash, Road Closed For 4 Hours (dailyvoice.com)

Windsor Locks

• CT towns and cities hold 9/11 ceremonies marking 25th year since attacks (nbcconnecticut.com)

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-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Dam! (Thank you George G. for sending it in!)
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