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Braidwood, Illinois Patch AM: a 4 min read

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

Coming up on the calendar:

  • Making a Junk Journal at Fossil Ridge Public Library
  • Volunteer Morning: Braidwood Dunes and Savanna Nature Preserve at Braidwood Dunes and Savanna Nature Preserve
  • Well- Read Book Club at Fossil Ridge Public Library

Today's riddle: What do you call a snowman that is having a temper tantrum? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

  • Monday: Partly sunny and less humid, with a high of 81 and low of 61 degrees.
  • Tuesday: A t-storm around in the p.m., temps: high: 81, low: 65.
  • Wednesday: Humid with a thunderstorm, with a high of 81 and low of 61 degrees.

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  • Need a handy man to nail facia back on front of house.
    I have all pieces. Must have 22-24 ft. ladder. Paying cash. 708-204-4666 wayne (Nextdoor Reed Township)
  • Check out my new group: Remote Hub Careers.
    Everyone interested is welcome to join. Here's the link: https://nextdoor.com/g/zaveqez3h/ (Nextdoor Braidwood)
  • Ridgeway Petroleum, Inc. posted a job opening for Assistant Manager $19.50HR in Braidwood. Apply here.
  • Bunge posted a job opening for Customer Service Team Lead in Channahon. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Braidwood here.

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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: A meltdown ! (Thank you Gary M. for sending it in!)
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