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🌱 Patch AM: 2026 Craig Bachman Fixture Sale and 14 more events

And on the Oak Forest Patch calendar - Orland Park Coin & Stamp Show

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Cheers Oak Forest! We're back, helping you stay up to date with what's happening. Let's take on the day together! ☀️

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Coming up on the calendar:

  • Orland Park Coin & Stamp Show at Orland Park Civic Center 14750 S. Ravinia Ave. Orland Park, IL
  • Economic Advisory Council Meeting at Oak Forest, IL Calendar
  • Farmers Market at Oak Forest, IL Calendar

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

Today's riddle: What is the 1 way to guarantee winning a small fortune at the casino? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Tuesday: Partly sunny; hot and humid, with a high of 93 and low of 73 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Wednesday: Hot; breezy in the afternoon, temps: high: 96, low: 71.
  • Thursday: Hot and humid with a t-storm, with a high of 91 and low of 71 degrees.

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Ok Oak 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: By starting with a large fortune. (Thank you Kourtney Z. for sending it in!)
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