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

In today's newsletter:

  • Why Willowbrook's Route 66 chicken stop is a milkshake destination
  • How strong are Willowbrook's chances in this year's state flag playoffs?

Also on today's calendar: Camerata Chicago — Mendelssohn's 'A Midsummer Night's Dream' and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: Why do Norway's navy ships all have barcodes? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Tuesday: Sunny and pleasant, with a high of 72 and low of 54 degrees.
  • Wednesday: Warm with high clouds, temps: high: 76, low: 53.
  • Thursday: Partly sunny and beautiful, with a high of 71 and low of 47 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• 8 Tiny Diners In Illinois Where The Milkshakes Are So Incredible You'll Drive Hours For Them (newsbreak.com) — Willowbrook residents can take pride that Dell Rhea's Chicken Basket on Joliet Road is singled out as one of Illinois' must-visit milkshake diners, praised for its classic roadside charm and thick, traditional shakes. The roundup also spotlights seven other nostalgic spots statewide, but puts Willowbrook on the map for travelers chasing the best shakes.
   

• Girls flag football: Scouting the third season of IHSA playoffs (dailyherald.com) — Girls flag football fans in Willowbrook should know the IHSA state tournament will be held Oct. 16–17 at Willowbrook High School, capping a packed playoff schedule over the next two weeks. Local powerhouse Willowbrook's 15-1 Warriors, led by standout playmakers and a prolific passing attack, are among the top contenders in a stacked St. Charles North sectional.
   

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🗓 Upcoming Events in Willowbrook

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Other local events
    Tuesday October 6
  • Student Voice Recital: Ellie Durbin and Elaina Storer
    Armerding Center for Music and the Arts 132 Recital Hall
    7:30 pm
    • Wednesday October 7
  • Wednesday Wilderness Walk
    Lincoln Marsh
    8:00 am
  • Spinning for Beginners
    Graue Mill and Museum
    1:00 pm
  • Last Gardeners Worknight of the Season
    Sustain DuPage Garden, Main St, Wheaton
    5:30 pm
  • Plan Commission Meeting →
    Community Resources Center, 825 Midway Drive, Willowbrook
    7:00 pm
    • Thursday October 8
  • Sensory Friendly Children's Concert with Wheaton College Sy
    Edman Chapel Auditorium
    10:30 am
  • The Challenge: Trivia Quiz Game
    The Preserve at Oak Meadows
    7:00 pm
    • Friday October 9
  • Stars and Stripes: Our American Flag
    St. James Farm
    11:00 am
    • Saturday October 17
  • Fall Fashion Jewlery Sale →
    15W100 Plainfield Rd, Burr Ridge
    10:00 am
    • Sunday October 25
  • Boo Bash →
    Willow Pond, Willowbrook
    2:00 pm

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Good morning .
    Just thought I'd share something positive. Yesterday early evening my husband and I went to the Oak Brook Mall. Such a wonderful evening to get in a… (Nextdoor Adams and 68th Street)
  • anyone else watching the Bears game on FOX?
    we have comcast and the picture quality is terrible. it keeps glitching in and out? (Nextdoor Willowbrook)
  • Acme Markets posted a job opening for Deli Clerk in Darien. Apply here.
  • Kellermeyer Bergensons Services posted a job opening for Warehouse Janitorial Associate in Darien. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Willowbrook here.

🗞 Nearby News

Burr Ridge

  • Specimen Container Tracking Labels Market To 2035: Demand Accelerates on Surgical and Lab Automation Trends (indexbox.io)

Darien

  • Darien Cop Catches Suspect In Chase That Started In Woodridge: Prosecutors (patch.com)

Western Springs

  • Anti-Trump Group Plans Western Springs Event (patch.com)

Ok Willowbrook! 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: "Why do Norway's navy ships all have barcodes?" — So when they come back to port they can just scan-da-navi-an! (Thank you Jessica C. for sending it in!)
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