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Hi Downers Grove! We have the latest buzz right here. Let's keep you in the loop and get this morning started right! ☕️️

Coming up on the calendar:

  • Behind the Ballot: Election and Voter Data Security at Glen Ellyn Historical Society
  • The Wellness Retreat: A Festival Where Mind, Body, and Music Meet at 1521 S. Linn White Dr., Northerly Island, Chicago, IL 60605
  • Camerata Chicago — Mendelssohn's 'A Midsummer Night's Dream' at Armerding Concert Hall

... and check out 11 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!)

Weather forecast:

  • Sunday: Warm with clouds, then sun, with a high of 78 and low of 61 degrees.
  • Monday: Partly sunny and very warm, temps: high: 85, low: 67.
  • Tuesday: Some sun, then clouds; warm, with a high of 80 and low of 58 degrees.

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Ok Downers Grove! 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: "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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