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Make time for Voices of Hope Community Chorus — Fall Invitation on the Northbrook Patch calendar

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

In today's newsletter:

  • See how Northbrook's Glenbrook North stacks up in new school rankings

Also on today's calendar: Voices of Hope Community Chorus — Fall Invitation and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What did the wall say to the other wall. 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Wednesday: Humid with a stray t-storm, with a high of 83 and low of 64 degrees.
  • Thursday: Sunny to partly cloudy, temps: high: 80, low: 62.
  • Friday: Mostly sunny and pleasant, with a high of 80 and low of 63 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Stevenson, New Trier, Glenbrook North, Fremd, Hersey Ranked Among Top By U.S. News (journal-topics.com) — Northbrook's Glenbrook North High School earned a strong showing in U.S. News & World Report's latest rankings, placing among the top high schools in the Chicago area, Illinois, and the nation. The list also highlights nearby standouts like Stevenson, New Trier, Fremd, Hersey, and several other north and northwest suburban schools, offering parents and students a snapshot of regional academic performance.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Rubber Duckies Take Over Northbrook For Rotary's 2026 Ducky Race —Kathi Quinn Read on Patch
  • The Douglas Center Public Hearing Notice —Linda Cordero Read on Patch
  • NSYMCA to Host Free Virtual Program on Supporting Independence for Individuals Living with Alzheimer's —North Suburban YMCA Read on Patch
  • Looking for a Dog Walker in Northbrook for a very cute mini golden doodle.
    Please DM me if you are interested and could provide references :)! (Nextdoor Northbrook)
  • Looking for a Dog Walker in Northbrook for a very cute mini golden doodle.
    Please DM me if you are interested and could provide references :)! (Nextdoor Northbrook)
  • Hotel Equities posted a job opening for Houseperson- Sheraton Northbrook IL in Northbrook. Apply here.
  • Crate & Barrel Holdings, Inc. posted a job opening for Associate Director, Furniture Design in Northbrook. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Northbrook here.

🗞 Nearby News

Deerfield

  • Chicago Stars To Keep Playing Home Matches At Northwestern In 2027 (patch.com)

Glenview

  • Not Costco, Not Best Buy: This Walk-In Electronics Store Gets Consumer Reports' Top Rating (slashgear.com)
  • Restaurant news: Soul & Smoke finally opening flagship with acclaimed barbecue and new fine dining dishes (chicagotribune.com)

Ok Northbrook! 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: Meet me at the corner. (Thank you Earlene M. for sending it in!)
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