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Palatka, Florida Patch AM: a 4 min readHey there, Palatka! Let's get started with what's happening in and around town. Read on and stay in the loop. āļøļø
In today's newsletter:
- Which Palatka pastorās new book anchors this yearās Ravine Gardens fest?
- Why is Putnam Classical Academyās new Palatka campus suddenly for sale?
- How did Baker County shut down Palatkaās offense Friday night?
Also on today's calendar: October Flea Market And Yard Sale and 9 more events.
Today's riddle: What do you call cows dancing in the dark š¤ (Answer below!)
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- Sunday: An afternoon t-storm; humid, temps: high: 88, low: 71.
- Monday: A shower and thunderstorm, with a high of 86 and low of 71 degrees.
š° News we're reading
ā¢ Rector bringing lessons of faith to book fest Free Access (palatkadailynews.com) ā Palatka readers can meet local rector and author Jon Davis at the Garden of Reading Literary Festival on Sept. 26 at Ravine Gardens State Park, where heāll sign his new book on deepening faith through ādangerousā prayers. The free-with-park-admission event will feature more than 50 authors, childrenās activities, food trucks, and the unveiling of One Book One Putnamās 2027 community read. 
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ā¢ Former PDN site back on market while school remains open (palatkadailynews.com) ā Palatka families with children at Putnam Classical Academy should know the former Palatka Daily News building housing the schoolās new middle school campus is back on the market for $1.15 million, even as classes continue. School leaders havenāt yet explained how the listing might affect long-term plans, but enrollment is still open and the original Campbell Building campus downtown remains the primary site. Ā Ā Ā
ā¢ Prep football: Wildcats follow Blue Devils script, run way past Panthers, 22-7 Free Access (palatkadailynews.com) ā Palatka Highās Panthers fell 22-7 at home Friday as Baker County controlled the clock and the line of scrimmage, limiting Palatkaās offense to one sustained scoring drive. Interim coach Paul Mast praised his playersā effort and vowed better preparation as the team, now 1-4, looks to turn its season around after another tough night at Bennett-Cooper Field. Ā Ā Ā
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Upcoming Events in
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Swing, Savor & Swoon: A Jazz Brunch Affair featuring "Swing & A Miss" ā
Larimer Arts Center, 216 Reid St, Palatka
2:00 pm
Sunday September 20
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Other local events
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Board of County Commissioners Meeting ā
Putnam County Government Complex (Suite 100), 2509 Crill Ave, Palatka
9:00 am -
Palatka Farmers Market ā Harvest HoeDown ā
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9:00 am -
Embroidery Club ā
Miss Dās Quilt Shop, 305 St. Johnās Ave, Palatka
10:00 am -
Boat Tours, Live Music & More ā
301 River Street, Palatka
5:00 pm -
Parks & Recreation Committee Meeting ā
Administration Conference Room (Suite 200), 2509 Crill Ave, Palatka
4:00 pm -
Waterways & Trails ā
Planning & Development Conference Room (Suite 300), 2509 Crill Ave, Palatka
11:30 am -
Contractor Review Board ā
Administration Conference Room (Suite 200), 2509 Crill Ave, Palatka
5:00 pm -
October Flea Market And Yard Sale ā
Howe Memorial United Methodist Church, 252 S Summit St, Crescent City
8:00 am -
Port Authority / BOCC Meeting ā
Putnam County Government Complex (Suite 100), 2509 Crill Ave, Palatka
9:00 am -
Fishing Fund Committee ā
Administration Conference Room (Suite 200), 2509 Crill Ave, Palatka
8:45 am -
Affordable Housing Advisory Committee ā
BOCC Board Room, 2509 Crill Ave, Palatka
10:00 am
Tuesday September 22
Saturday October 3
Monday October 5
Thursday October 8
Friday October 9
Tuesday October 13
Wednesday October 14
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