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🌱 Patch AM: Bethesda’s Chip City is gone—here’s where to use your gift cards.

Also, don't miss St. Raphael School Double Open House | K–8: 9–10 a.m. • Nursery: 10:30–11:30 a.m. on the Bethesda Patch calendar

Monday October 5th Patch AM (Patch graphic)

Good morning Bethesda! We're back in your inbox this morning to keep you in the loop with what's happening in and around town. Grab a cup of coffee and read on. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • Bethesda's Chip City is gone—here's where to use your gift cards.

Also on today's calendar: St. Raphael School Double Open House | K–8: 9–10 a.m. • Nursery: 10:30–11:30 a.m. and 11 more events.

Today's riddle: The more you take, the more you leave behind. What am I ? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Monday: Partly sunny and warmer, with a high of 71 and low of 45 degrees.
  • Tuesday: Plenty of sunshine, temps: high: 66, low: 44.
  • Wednesday: Nice with plenty of sunshine, with a high of 71 and low of 51 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Cookie chain Chip City shutters all locations, including in DC region (wtop.com) — Chip City has permanently closed all its cookie shops nationwide, including its Bethesda location, ending local access to the chain's popular treats. Customers holding Chip City gift cards or coupons can still redeem them at MidnighTreats in Arlington's Ballston Quarter through October 14, offering nearby residents one last chance to use any remaining balances.
   

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Ok Bethesda! 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: "The more you take, the more you leave behind. What am I ?" — Footsteps (Thank you Patty G. for sending it in!)
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