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Morning Lake Forest! We've got the scoop on the latest happenings in town. Read on to get looped in. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • What changes will Lake Forest Library see under its new director?
  • How much control does Caleb Williams really have in the Bears offense?

Also on today's calendar: Lake Forest College Community Engagement Lifelong Learning Series: Politics Course and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What did the Buffalo say when his son left? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Sunday: Mostly sunny and less humid, with a high of 75 and low of 56 degrees.
  • Monday: Partly sunny and pleasant, temps: high: 75, low: 60.
  • Tuesday: Partly sunny and nice, with a high of 79 and low of 64 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Lake Forest Library Names Molly Scheibler New Executive Director (patch.com) — Lake Forest Library has hired experienced Illinois librarian Molly Scheibler as its new executive director, with her tenure beginning in mid-September. Scheibler, who has led departments at several area libraries and teaches information studies, says she's eager to partner with staff, trustees, and local government to serve Lake Forest and keep the library on a strong path forward.
   

• Caleb Williams Opens Up on Major Change in Bears Role (dawindycity.com) — Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams describes how he's gaining more freedom to change plays at the line while still leaning on center Garrett Bradbury for many protection calls, with an eye toward even more control in 2027. Speaking during minicamp at Halas Hall in Lake Forest, he explains how growing confidence in the offense lets him focus more on reading defenses than remembering assignments.
   

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What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • PRESS RELEASE: LFHS Named Lake County's No. 1 Public High School by Chicago Magazine for Second Time —Lake Forest Schools Read on Patch
  • Molly Scheibler selected as the next Lake Forest Library Director —Lake Forest Library Read on Patch
  • North Suburban YMCA holds its 6th Annual Community Strong Golf Event —North Suburban YMCA Read on Patch
  • Bell American Group, LLC posted a job opening for Overnight Shift Leader in Lake Forest. Apply here.
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  • Small dog believed dead after being snatched by coyote in Lake Bluff, Illinois (cbsnews.com)
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  • When Brandi Carlile plays Ravinia, join her in leaning into the feels (chicagotribune.com)
  • Review: Ricky Martin shows why he's still the king of Latin pop in Ravinia debut (suntimes.com)

Ok Lake Forest! 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: Bison! (Thank you Judy M. for sending it in!)
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