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🌱 Patch AM: Edgewater’s OLPH parish celebrates 50 years of faith and service

Coming up: Annapolis Fall Italian Festa 2026 on the Edgewater Patch calendar

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Good morning Edgewater! We're back again in your inbox, keeping you updated with what's happening in and around town. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • Edgewater's OLPH parish celebrates 50 years of faith and service
  • Why an Edgewater Goddard School owner just earned national recognition

Also on today's calendar: Annapolis Fall Italian Festa 2026 and 8 more events.

Today's riddle: What day of the year is trucker's day? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Friday: Humid with periods of sun, with a high of 84 and low of 67 degrees.
  • Saturday: Times of sun and clouds, temps: high: 77, low: 69.
  • Sunday: An afternoon t-storm; humid, with a high of 81 and low of 67 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Edgewater faith community marks 50 years (catholicreview.org) — Our Lady of Perpetual Help in Edgewater is celebrating 50 years as a parish, reflecting its growth from a small mission church to a vibrant community drawing hundreds to weekend Masses. Parishioners highlight its welcoming atmosphere, weekly food pantry, active Respect Life committee, and a long-running Haiti ministry that supports children's food and education programs.
   

• Edgewater Goddard School Owner Named 2026 IFA Franchisee of the Year (eyeonannapolis.net) — Edgewater families may be proud to learn that Dave Collins, owner of The Goddard School in Edgewater, has been named a 2026 Franchisee of the Year by the International Franchise Association. The honor recognizes his leadership, community involvement, and work improving early childhood education practices across his Edgewater and Eldersburg schools.
   

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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: 10-4, good buddy! (Thank you Jean H. for sending it in!)
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