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🌱 Patch AM: La Plaza Taqueria Now Open In Wheaton

Also, don't miss Last Chance: Donation Drop Off Day for the Community Rummage Sale – 3:00 – 7:00 PM on the Wheaton Patch calendar

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In today's newsletter:

  • New Town Square taqueria brings all-day Mexican fare and cocktails
  • See how Wheaton North powered past Metea Valley in straight sets
  • Community gathers in Wheaton to remember Joe Fitzgerald's life and legacy

Also on today's calendar: Last Chance: Donation Drop Off Day for the Community Rummage Sale – 3:00 – 7:00 PM and 13 more events.

Today's riddle: Do you know what the two sides of a circle are? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Thursday: Peeks of sunshine, with a high of 69 and low of 58 degrees.
  • Friday: Clouds yielding to sun, temps: high: 67, low: 52.
  • Saturday: Partly sunny, with a high of 68 and low of 54 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• La Plaza Taqueria Now Open In Wheaton (patch.com) — Wheaton diners have a new option at Town Square Wheaton, where La Plaza Taqueria is now serving Mexican dishes like crispy fish tacos, Yucatan pulled pork, and all-day breakfast. The family-oriented spot at 421 Town Square Wheaton also offers seafood, ceviches, and creative cocktails, with extended evening hours throughout the week.
   

• Sara Han, Hinsdale Central win West Suburban Conference golf title: Wednesday's Suburban Life sports roundup (shawlocal.com) — Wheaton North's girls volleyball team swept Metea Valley in straight sets, led by strong performances from Emily Rochford and Addison Clausing, keeping local fans updated on the Falcons' season. The roundup also highlights Hinsdale Central's dominant win at the West Suburban Conference girls golf meet and other conference volleyball action involving nearby schools.
   

• Joseph Fitzgerald (thehinsdalean.com) — Wheaton-area residents are invited to honor Joe Fitzgerald at a memorial visitation on Friday, Oct. 2, from 3 to 8 p.m. at Williams-Kampp Funeral Home on Roosevelt Road in Wheaton. The longtime attorney and Glen Ellyn resident is remembered for his generosity, sharp wit, love of local outings, and deep commitment to family and friends.
   

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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: The inside and the outside ! (Thank you James M. for sending it in!)
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