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Spotted on the La Grange calendar: Knowledge Exchange Used Book Sale
Greetings La Grange! Your go-to source for what's happening in town is here. Stay in the loop and read on. ☀️
In today's newsletter:
- See who tops Lyons Township High's salary list this year.
- La Grange native joins University of Chicago bench as assistant coach.
Also on today's calendar: Knowledge Exchange Used Book Sale and 9 more events.
Today's riddle: Who's in favor of bringing back Roman Numerals? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Friday: Clouds giving way to some sun, with a high of 67 and low of 53 degrees.
- Saturday: Partly sunny and delightful, temps: high: 70, low: 55.
- Sunday: Pleasant with periods of sun, with a high of 72 and low of 54 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• Highest-Paid Lyons Township High Teachers, Officials (patch.com) — Lyons Township High School in La Grange has released its list of top-paid teachers and administrators for the 2025-26 school year, with Superintendent Brian Waterman earning $314,191. The article breaks down the 24 highest salaries, including principals, directors, and top-paid teachers, information that often sparks debate among local residents about school spending and compensation. 
• Workman named Assistant Women's Basketball Coach at Chicago (whoopdirt.com) — La Grange native Caroline Workman has been hired as an assistant women's basketball coach at the University of Chicago after a standout playing career with the Maroons. She'll pursue a Master of Public Policy while helping lead a program that recently reached the NCAA Division III Elite Eight.
📸 Around La Grange
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🗓 Upcoming Events in La Grange
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★ Featured events ★
- Knowledge Exchange Used Book Sale →
Berwyn Public Library, 2701 S Harlem Ave, Berwyn
10:00 am - Eric Diamond And The Solitary Men →
Theatre of Western Springs, 4384 Hampton Ave, Western Springs
7:30 pm - Illinois Rock & Roll Museum Hall of Fame Induction →
Harris Theater for Music and Dance, 205 E Randolph St, Chicago
9:00 am - Sports Cards and More Show @ Orland Park Civic Center - Sunday, September 27, 2026 →
Orland Park Civic Center, 14750 S Ravinia Ave, Orland Park
9:00 am - Fall Legislative Breakfast IL 2026 Election: Shaping Illinois For Generations To Come →
Premier Catering & Events, 6240 Joliet Rd, Countryside
7:30 am
Saturday September 26
Sunday September 27
Wednesday October 21
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Other local events
- Junk Journaling Meetup →
La Grange Public Library, 10 W Cossitt Ave, La Grange
10:00 am - Family Storytime and Craft →
La Grange Public Library, 10 W Cossitt Ave, La Grange
2:00 pm - Mah Jongg – Open Play →
La Grange Public Library, 10 W Cossitt Ave, La Grange
10:00 am - Read Around La Grange →
Stone Avenue Train Station, La Grange
10:00 am - Self Care Sunday →
Remi La Grange, 23 Calendar Ave, La Grange
9:00 am - Nicor Gas to promote natural gas safety at La Grange Fire Department →
300 W Burlington Ave, La Grange
4:00 pm - FREE-Food For Families in Need →
Immanuel Lutheran Church, 2317 S Wolf Rd, Hillside
11:00 am
Saturday September 26
Monday September 28
Sunday October 4
Wednesday October 7
Saturday October 10
📣 La Grange Shout Outs!
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🪧 Patch Classifieds
- Office Space for Rent
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- The Ted Lasso Paradox: Why America's Favorite Feel-Good Show Reveals Our Mental Health Blind Spot —Marie Newman Read on Patch
- Disabledperson, Inc posted a job opening for Stocking Team Associate at Walmart in Hodgkins, Illinois in La Grange. Apply here.
- Macy's posted a job opening for Seasonal Retail Sales Associate, Countryside in La Grange. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near La Grange here.
🗞 Nearby News
Brookfield
- Best Things To Do In Chicago: October 16–18, 2026 (onestowatch.com)
- Where were the cheapest places to fill up on diesel gas in cities in Cook County in week ending Sept. 19? (southcooknews.com)
Hinsdale
- 2 Hinsdale Mansions Each Sell For Nearly $7M (patch.com)
- Longtime Westmont Store Closing, Owner Retiring (patch.com)
Lyons
- Spooky Shuffle 5k Run/Walk (villageoflyons-il.net)
- OSF can't undo $41M medmal verdict for stroke victim (legalnewsline.com)
- The CCIW Men's Soccer Notebook: Conference Week One (cciw.org)
Ok La Grange! 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: I for 1. (Thank you Bill L. for sending it in!)
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