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🌱 Patch AM: Columbus Day at Washington Farms! and 10 more events

Also check out All Them Witches on the Watkinsville Patch calendar

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Hey there, Watkinsville! Let's get started with what's happening in and around town. Read on and stay in the loop. ☕️️

Coming up on the calendar:

  • All Them Witches at 40 Watt Club
  • Columbus Day at Washington Farms!
  • Varsity Girls Flag Football at Locust Grove at Oconee County High

... and check out 9 more events on the calendar!

Today's riddle: What do you call somebody who crosses the ocean twice and doesn't take a bath? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

  • Sunday: A couple of morning t-storms, with a high of 72 and low of 59 degrees.
  • Monday: Mostly sunny and warmer, temps: high: 84, low: 60.
  • Tuesday: Sunny and very warm, with a high of 86 and low of 61 degrees. 🌶 Hot!

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  • Ladies, I want to say how fantastic it was to meet those of you who showed up today for our women's group that still needs a name!
    A SPECIAL THANK YOU to Peggy Lisenbee who is co-leading this group and doing a lot of the work. Please note that some messages may come from her. … (Nextdoor Northwest Woods)
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Athens

  • Athens News Matters: October 10th, 2026 (wuga.org)
  • Athens-Clarke County judge starts text program to remind defendants of court dates (11alive.com)
  • Shop with a Bulldog seeks community support in bringing holiday joy to Athens children (classiccitynews.com)

Ok Watkinsville! 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!

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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "What do you call somebody who crosses the ocean twice and doesn't take a bath?" — A dirty double crosser ! (Thank you Theresia F. for sending it in!)
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