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Spotted on the Enfield calendar: Multi-Family Tag Sale

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What's up Enfield! Let's start this morning right by getting caught up on what's going on around town. Keep reading to stay in the loop. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • See how Enfield schools stack up in new statewide rankings
  • Can Enfield spoil Simsbury's home stand on Thursday night?

Also on today's calendar: Multi-Family Tag Sale and 11 more events.

And lastly, we have a post from a neighbor, Melissa G.!

Today's riddle: What do you call a belt that is made of watches? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Thursday: Mostly cloudy, with a high of 75 and low of 62 degrees.
  • Friday: Warm; a shower in the p.m., temps: high: 84, low: 54.
  • Saturday: Mostly sunny and not as warm, with a high of 71 and low of 43 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• How Enfield Schools Fared In New CT Ranking (patch.com) — Enfield parents and students can see how their schools stack up after the district earned an overall B grade and placed 80th in Connecticut in Niche's 2027 rankings. The district also ranked 12th in the Springfield area, based on academics, graduation rates, teacher quality, and community reviews.
   

• Volleyball Recap: Simsbury Pushes Southington to the Limit (maxpreps.com) — Enfield High's volleyball team heads to Simsbury on Thursday at 5 p.m., giving local fans a nearby road match to catch. Simsbury is desperate to snap a long losing streak after falling 3-2 in a tight battle with Southington, while the Blue Knights ride strong road form. The recap highlights key players and sets the stage for Enfield's next challenge.
   

📸 Around Enfield

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • The Home Depot, Inc. posted a job opening for Kitchen Designer in Enfield. Apply here.
  • Burlington Coat Factory posted a job opening for Retail Stocking Associate - Part Time in Enfield. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Enfield here.

🗞 Nearby News

Suffield

  • Fundraiser Helps Family Of Man Missing In Suffield (patch.com)
  • Suffield Academy Students Take Leadership Lessons Outdoors (patch.com)
  • NEPSAC girls top 10: Two teams debut after an upset-filled week (soccerjournal.com)

Windsor Locks

  • East Windsor Aldi Sets Opening Date (patch.com)

South Windsor

  • South Windsor Sets Hearing On Removing Flock Cameras (patch.com)
  • South Windsor School Program To Move (patch.com)
  • Man Charged In South Windsor Gas Station Robbery (patch.com)

Ok Enfield! 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: A waist of time. (Thank you Martin L. for sending it in!)
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