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Spotted on the Darien calendar: 2026 Invisible Wounds Foundation Evening of Honor

Thursday August 27th Patch AM (Patch graphic)

Hello Darien! Here's our latest buzz. Let's get into it. β˜€οΈ

Coming up on the calendar:

  • 2026 Invisible Wounds Foundation Evening of Honor at The Morton Arboretum
  • Darien's Summer Concert Series at Darien Community Park
  • PreK Students First Day at Downers Grove GSD 58

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

Today's riddle: What is the difference between a jeweler and a jailer? πŸ€” (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Thursday: An afternoon sprinkle, with a high of 82 and low of 61 degrees.
  • Friday: Partly sunny, temps: high: 81, low: 63.
  • Saturday: Some sunshine, with a high of 82 and low of 67 degrees.

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What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Rip Dolly Parton.
    Have to share this. While out tonight her Bargain Store song came on. We were right by the goodwill so we stopped there. And found a ceramic pink… (Nextdoor Concord)
  • Just announced Dolly Parton has Died,
    she Will Be Very Sadly Missed! Country Music, never will be anthor like her!! (Nextdoor Brookhaven-Farmingdale Terrace)
  • Taco Bell posted a job opening for Shift Leader in Darien. Apply here.
  • Thorntons LLC posted a job opening for Clean Team Member in Willowbrook. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Darien here.

πŸ—ž Nearby News

Burr Ridge

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Westmont

  • Fire Prevention Bureau Provides Many Services For Community (illinois.gov)
  • Busy Schedule Set for U.S. World Short Course Championships Trials (Event Schedule/Time Standards) (swimmingworldmagazine.com)
  • Hinsdale Man Kisses Someone Without Consent: Police (fiorreports.com)

Downers Grove

  • Ranalli's Pushes Back Projected Opening Date For Downers Grove Location (patch.com)

Ok Darien! 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 jeweler sells watches and a jailer watches cells. (Thank you Jean D. for sending it in!)
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